scholarsphere

College Counseling & Essay Coaching for High School Students​

Get flexible, 1:1 support for college essays, school selection, application timelines, interviews, scholarships, and more tailored from freshman year through senior deadlines.

Expert Guidance

Personalized Strategy

College-Ready Confidence

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WHY MATTERS COLLEGE COUNSELING

The college admissions process is more competitive and complex than ever. With thousands of applicants vying for limited spots, students often feel overwhelmed by where to apply, how to write standout essays, and how to meet critical deadlines.

At Scholar Sphere, we provide expert college counseling for high school students—from freshmen to seniors—focused on building a strong admissions strategy, crafting compelling essays, and navigating each step with confidence.

Whether you need one hour of support or a full application plan, our flexible, 1:1 session helps students reduce stress, stay organized, and submit their strongest applications.

WHAT OUR COLLEGE COUNSELING COVERS

All sessions are 1:1, live via Zoom, and fully tailored to your academic goals. Book single sessions or group them around key deadlines.

Essay Coaching – $75/hr.- Pay-As-You-Go

Common App & UC Essays – Brainstorm, outline, and revise your personal statement with expert feedback.
Supplemental Essays – "School-specific prompts like “Why Us?”, “Community”, and “Academic Interest”.

College Admissions Planning – $75/hr.- Pay-As-You-Go

College List Building
 – Create a balanced reach/match/safety list.
Timeline Management 
 – Strategize Early Action, Early Decision, and Regular timelines.
Summer & Academic Planning – For grades 9–11, align coursework and extracurriculars with college goals.

Resume & Activities Guidance – $75/hr.- Pay-As-You-Go

Common App Activities Section – Write concise, impact-driven entries.
High School Resume Review – Present leadership, academics, and service with clarity.

Scholarships & Interviews – $75/hr. Pay-As-You-Go

Scholarship Essay Strategy – Target merit-based opportunities with compelling responses.
Mock Interviews – Practice with feedback on tone, content, and delivery.

WHO WE SERVE

We work with high school students nationwide via live Zoom sessions. Our students come from Illinois, Texas, California, New York, Florida, New Jersey, and beyond.

Whether you're in a large metro area or a rural district, our virtual model makes expert college counseling accessible— anytime, anywhere.

PRICING & PACKAGES

See what you unlock when you upgrade to Scholar Sphere’s AI-powered SAT Premium plan.

COLLEGE SUPPORT SESSION

$75 / 1-Hour

Valid for 1 month from the date of purchase.

This session is perfect for students who need quick, targeted help—whether you’re stuck on an essay or unsure about your school list. It’s your hour to use how you need it.

Flexible

Focused

Expert Guidance

  • College essay feedback.
  • UC PIQs review.
  • Common App or UC App walkthrough.
  • Resume or activities list polishing.
  • College List Strategy.
  • Scholarship essay feedback.
  • SAT/ACT or academic planning Q&A.
  • General admissions strategy or Q&A.
  • No commitment—pay as you go.
  • Tailored to your exact questions.
  • Ideal for last-minute feedback or testing the waters.
  • Great for grades 9–12 and parents.
Register using a parent account and add your student profile. - Check FAQ
COLLEGE APPLICATION SUPPORT PACKAGE

$350 / 5-Hour

Valid for 3 months from the date of purchase. 

Our 5‑hour bundle lets you dive deep—map out a complete application strategy, refine multiple essays, and perfect your college lists or activities list. Schedule the hours in any mix of 30‑ or 60‑minute blocks for expert support in a more planned manner.

Get personalized guidance for every stage of the application process.

Flexible

Focused

Expert Guidance

Strategic Planning

  • Common App & supplemental essay coaching.
  • UC PIQs review and selection.
  • College list strategy and planning.
  • Resume & activities section development.
  • Interview prep.
  • Scholarship applications.
  • Application troubleshooting.
  • Early high school planning (grades 7–10).
  • More value per session
  • Valid for 3 months—use hours when you need them
  • Perfect for multi-college applicants or strategic planning
  • No long-term contracts
Register using a parent account and add your student profile under your name. Select and purchase the ‘College Counselling and Essay Support 5-hour session' - Check FAQ
COLLEGE APPLICATION MASTERY PACKAGE 

$825 / 12-Hour

Valid for 1 month from the date of purchase.

This session is perfect for students who need quick, targeted help—whether you’re stuck on an essay or unsure about your school list. It’s your hour to use how you need it.

Holistic

Deep Dive

Personalized Mastery

Results Driven

  • Kick‑Off Strategy Session (goals, school‑list fit & timeline mapping).
  • Personal Statement Coaching (brainstorming, drafting & feedback).
  • Common App Supplemental Essay Development & Review.
  • UC Personal Insight Question crafting & polishing.
  • Scholarship Research & Application Guidance.
  • Interview Preparation & Mock Q&A
  • Timeline & Deadline Management & Submission Checklists.
  • Final Review & Family Wrap‑Up (tweaks & confidence tips).
  • Additional Essay Polishing & Proofreading.
  • Holistic, end‑to‑end support—no component left unaddressed.
  • Deep‑dive sessions for thorough understanding and refinement.
  • One‑on‑one expert guidance ensures personalized mastery.
  • Results‑driven milestones keep you on track toward success.
  • Flexible scheduling to fit your pace and needs.
Register with a parent account, add your student profile under your name, then select ‘College Counselling and Essay support – 12-hour session’. - Check our FAQ for details
Please note: These 12 hours reflect counselor led sessions only and are our recommended baseline. Completion of every activity also requires student homework—typically 8–15 hours of independent work between meetings. Because pacing and needs vary, some students may choose to purchase additional one on one time at any point.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who is this program for?

This service is ideal for students in Grades 9–12—from early planners to active applicants. The earlier students start, the more strategic their path can be.

No. Underclassmen benefit from guidance on course selection, resume building, and summer planning.

Yes. All sessions are live via Zoom and fully personalized based on your child’s goals.

Not quite. This is college admissions coaching, focused on strategy, essays, application planning, and interview prep—not subject tutoring.

Absolutely. Book as-needed sessions for brainstorming, feedback on a single draft, or final polishing.

Yes. Use your hours flexibly for essays, planning, college list building, resume help, and more.

Yes. We offer coaching for scholarship essays and mock interviews to help students prepare with confidence.

Click “Book Now,” then create a parent account, add your student, and choose a session or package.

The parent or guardian should register first and add their child as the student profile.

Yes. You’ll receive a verification link—please confirm it before accessing your dashboard.

Once you’re logged into your account, go to “Contacts” or “Students” in your dashboard and add your child’s name, school year, and email (if applicable). Our team can also help you assign the student to a program.

You will receive two separate emails:

  • One for the parent/guardian: for invoices, payment confirmations, and general account updates.
  • One for the student: for Zoom links, Google Classroom access, assignments, and session reminders.

No. For students under 18, a parent or guardian must be the primary account holder. This allows us to comply with privacy laws and provide clear communication around billing and progress.

Once registered, you can log in and view available packages on your Scholar Sphere dashboard.
Click “Buy” next to the program you’d like to enroll in. Payment will generate a credit request, and we will reserve sessions with your assigned counselor.

Your purchased hours are tracked within your client portal. You can book sessions and monitor your remaining balance anytime.

Yes—you can buy additional sessions anytime.

Yes—sessions must be used within 3 months of purchase.

We require 48-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduling. All sessions are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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Whether you’re finalizing your essays or just getting started, Scholar Sphere offers expert 1:1 coaching to guide you through it all.