​College and Career Counseling

Packages

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I provide personalized college admissions guidance, career exploration, and strategic planning for students and families who want clarity, confidence, and results. Most families find that the college process requires more than just a few meetings—it requires thoughtful strategy, accountability, and expert guidance throughout the entire journey. These packages are designed to provide the right level of support based on your student’s goals and timeline.

 

Starter Strategy Package

Ideal for families who want expert guidance but will manage much of the process independently.

 

$895 -  5 Hours of Consulting

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Includes:

• Initial student and family strategy session

• Academic, extracurricular, and admissions profile review

• College list guidance and recommendations

• Application timeline planning

• Essay brainstorming & development session 

• Major and career direction discussion

• Editing of Common App/Activities/Essays as time permits

 

Best For: Students who need a strong plan and professional direction to move forward confidently.

 

Comprehensive Application Package (⭐ Our most popular package!)

Ideal for current juniors and rising seniors who want full support through the application process.

 

$2,400 - 15 Hours of Consulting

 

Includes:

• Everything in the Starter Package above

• Full college list development and refinement

• Application strategy (EA, ED, RD planning)

• Essay strategy and editing

• Activities list and resume guidance

• Common App/Application review and editing

• Scholarship planning and merit strategy

• Major/career alignment advising

• Honors college and competitive program guidance

• Parent check-in calls and accountability support

 

Best For: Students who want expert guidance, structure, and support from planning through application submission.

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Premier Concierge Package

Ideal for families who want high-touch, full-service support from sophomore or junior year through senior graduation. 

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$4,800 - 25+ Hours of Consulting

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Includes:

• Everything in the Comprehensive Package above

• Priority scheduling

• Unlimited quick email/text support

• Extensive essay review and final application support

• Interview preparation

• Scholarship strategy and application planning

• Final college decision support

• Birkman Assessment included ($600 value)

• Family decision counseling during April/May of senior year

 

Best For: Families seeking highly personalized, concierge-level support with expert guidance every step of the way.

 

Additional Services

Hourly Consulting - $195/hour

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Available for families needing targeted support outside of package offerings.

 

Why Families Choose Julie Spak Consulting

With experience in admissions, financial aid, counseling, and honors advising, Julie provides strategic guidance that helps students find their best-fit colleges while reducing family stress and creating a clear path forward. This is more than admissions advice—it is personalized coaching designed to help your student thrive. The final goal is to find the right career for your student BEFORE starting college and then matching the college to your student and their career choice. These decisions will help reduce college expenses and ensure that your student will be graduated from college in less time. 

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Ready to Get Started?

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Let’s create a college plan that fits your student’s goals, strengths, and future.

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