Expert guidance through the college planning and application process
College Counseling Services
Our comprehensive college counseling package provides the clarity and direction students and parents need for an organized, strategic, calm, and successful college application process, including a detailed curriculum and timeline. We employ three major workflows:
Academics & Activities
College List
Applications
“Steve helped me tremendously with the college application process and went out of his way to ensure I got the best results possible.
I received more acceptances than I could have imagined and was awarded several merit scholarships as well. I also felt proud of how my essays showed my passions and personality, even within the constraints of the essay prompts.
I had anticipated that the application writing process would be difficult and tedious, but due to Steve's help, I instead found it smooth and enjoyable. Thank you, Steve!”
—Ethan, Stanford University
Meet your counselor, Steve Tapper
Steve previously served as a seasonal reader with the Emory University admissions office, obtained his College Counseling Certificate with Distinction from UCLA, worked as an essay specialist for College Essay Guy, and helped navigate the college admissions process with his two children. At Emory, Steve analyzed students’ curriculum rigor and grades and assessed applications as a partner in the Committee-Based Evaluation process. Steve received a B.A. with Honors from Brown University and a J.D. from Vanderbilt Law School. He also served as an alumni admissions interviewer for Brown. As a college counselor, Steve loves helping students position themselves for success (including taking the right classes and finding meaningful extracurricular activities), find great-fit colleges, and tell their stories in college applications.
Resources
There are many excellent college planning resources for students and families. Click the Resources button below for some of our recommended websites, blogs, books, and podcasts.
Wrap your head around the college application process.
Our college counseling packages provide clarity and direction for an organized and less stressful college planning process based on three major workflows. If you want a copy of our detailed Gantt chart organized by task and high school grade, please email steve@tappercollegecounseling.com with your name and role (e.g., parent, student, or educational professional).