Frequently Asked Questions

Southeast Texas College Counseling's college admissions counselors can provide valuable insights into the college application process. They can help students identify their strengths and weaknesses, develop a strategic plan for applying to colleges, and ultimately increase their chances of getting accepted to their top-choice schools.

An educational consultant, also called a higher education consultant, assists students and their parents in planning and preparing for college admissions and financial aid. 

School counselors play an essential role in supporting students, often managing caseloads of over 200 students. We deeply respect their contributions and do not seek to undermine their efforts. Instead, we aim to enhance the guidance students receive within the school. By offering additional support outside of regular school hours—such as after school, on weekends, and during school breaks—we provide personalized, one-on-one guidance tailored to each student's individual goals, timeline, and needs. Our primary focus is on reducing stress and maximizing outcomes for students.

Yes, Southeast Texas College Counseling offers assistance with financial aid and can help students and families navigate the complex process of applying for financial aid. Our counselors can help students identify scholarships, grants, and other forms of financial aid that they may be eligible for.

Southeast Texas College Counseling offers test preparation services for a variety of standardized tests, including the SAT and ACT. Our tutors and partners work with students one-on-one to identify areas of weakness, develop a personalized study plan, and improve their test-taking skills.

While we can step in to help a family at any point in their planning journey, the ideal time to contact us is by the end of the student's high school sophomore year. For adult learners, any time is a good time, but the best time is at least one month prior to the start of the fall, spring or summer semesters. Aspiring graduate students should reach out at the end of their junior year of college.

No one can ethically offer this guarantee. However, we can work with the student to shape their activities and applications to give them their very best chance. One of our main goals is to help students put their best foot forward to submit the best application possible.

We can work with students in middle school to set goals and suggest potential academic paths and extracurricular activities. However, we primarily work with students in high school.

We offer comprehensive college counseling services including college list building, application strategy, essay coaching, SAT/ACT prep, resume development, scholarship guidance, and post-acceptance support.

We offer comprehensive college counseling services including college list building, application strategy, essay coaching, SAT/ACT prep, resume development, scholarship guidance, and post-acceptance support.

Not at all. We work with students applying to a range of schools-from local colleges and state universities to highly selective institutions. Our goal is to find the best fit for each student.

Our approach is deeply personalized and grounded in admissions expertise and student-centered coaching. We combine data-informed strategy with compassion, helping each student present their most authentic, competitive application.

Yes! We work with families across the Southeast Texas region through virtual meetings so students can receive support from wherever they are. Our goal is to meet students where they are.

Most of our packages include a flexible monthly installment option. We also offer discounts for military families, educators, and siblings of past clients.

That's okay! We offer career and major exploration tools-including interest inventories and one-on-one coaching to help students clarify their goals before building a college list or writing essays. 

That's okay! We offer career and major exploration tools-including interest inventories and one-on-one coaching to help students clarify their goals before building a college list or writing essays. 

Local colleges typically have excellent admissions counselors who are the best resource for walking students through their admission applications. We encourage students to take advantage of that direct support. However, if your student would like additional help, we offer a complimentary 20-30-minute consultation to review their ApplyTexas application before submission to these four local institutions. If they need help with scholarship applications, essays, or other related materials, hourly sessions are available for purchase.