The First Conversation
For families considering one-on-one guidance. A focused call about your student, your timeline, and which supports would help most.
Tools, a guide, weekly videos, and two free calls.
Plus trusted outside resources for the whole college process.
Please read first. These resources are shared for information only. They are not endorsements or a guarantee of any outcome, and Summit Education Consulting is not responsible for services provided by outside organizations. Where possible we list several options so you can choose what fits you. Please verify details and confirm fit with a qualified professional.
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For families considering one-on-one guidance. A focused call about your student, your timeline, and which supports would help most.
Quick questions, honest answers. Bring your college questions and I'll point you in the right direction.
A guide for parents on starting the college money conversation at home, calmly and as a team.
A college application guide for LGBTQ+ students. Book and companion workbook, free, with no sign-up, no payment, and no tracking.
A quick quiz to help you see where to begin. Your full results arrive by email.
Enter your scores, preferences, and budget. Get a fit-first list of likely, match, and reach schools.
A free weekly video series that walks students and families through the college process, one step at a time. Each episode takes on a real question, with calm, practical guidance.
Little or no cost, by application.
Full college guidance for high-achieving students from low-income families.
Organizations and official sources, grouped by what you're looking for.
That matters more than a college plan right now.
Here are places for the kind of support that goes deeper.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Links and phone numbers change. We review periodically, but please confirm current details directly with each organization.