Find ways to save $50,000 or more in college costs
Our 16 month College Admissions and Funding CoLab gives you access to experts, community, tools and resources you won’t find on your own.
Don’t overspend for college! Get the guidance you need today.
Taught by Experts, Without the Expert Price
Leading college counselors Michele and Joanne will be assisted by a variety of topic-specific experts
who will guide you in detailed areas of the college admissions and financing process.
Understanding Financial Aid
Researching Merit Scholarships
Strengths, Abilities, and Career Assessment
Review of Best College Research Tools
Test Prep Strategies
College List Development
Recommendations and Common App Completion
Filling Out Financial Aid Forms: FAFSA & CSS Profile
Essay Coaching
Strategies For Winning Private Scholarships
Review and Comparison of Financial Aid Awards
Loan Guidance
Transition to College Tips and Skills
Michele Larson
Michele Larson, a Certified College and Financial Planning Expert, works with families to help them successfully navigate the college admissions process. Her mission is to simplify the college planning process and ensure families have affordable college options. Michele’s expertise has helped families of all income levels save thousands of dollars.
Joanne LaSpina
Joanne LaSpina works with families on all aspects of college planning. She holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology and is a Certified Educational Planner, the highest credential within the college counseling profession- a distinction achieved by fewer than 250 people. Joanne is also a professional member of IECA and HECA.
Ready to gain the expertise you need?
Discover the Benefits
When you finish the program:
- You’ll have the peace of mind knowing your child will attend an affordable college that also fits his/her academic and social needs.
- Your student will have more clarity on their major and career.
- You’ll have a plan for how to pay for college.
- You’ll have options to save $50,000 or more in college costs.
The Resources You Need to Succeed
These resources will make sure you don’t miss a single detail in the college process. Sign up now!
Explanation and Analysis of Expected Family Contribution, Need and Merit Based Aid
Choosing a Major and Getting the Most from College Visits
Writing a Winning Essay
Strategies for Finalizing the College List and Filling Out the Common App
Understanding FAFSA and the CSS Profile
Tips and Tricks for SAT/ACT Test Prep
How to Research and Win Private Scholarships
How to Prepare For Informational Interviews and Create a Resume
Financial Aid Review and Appeals Negotiations
Developing a 4-Year College Funding Plan
Review of College Funding Options
Transitioning to College and Adulting Skills
Customized Expected Family Contribution Report
Aptitudes Assessment and Career Guidance Report
Right Fit College Characteristics Report
List of Eligible College Specific Merit Scholarships
College Aid Comparison Report
In-Depth College Profile Reports
College Planning and Financial Aid Timeline
How To Get A Recommendation
Essay Tips
Questions for College Visits
Dorm Room Recommended Shopping List
Get your specific questions and concerns answered via email. Joanne and Michele will respond within 24 hours.
Our CoLab covers every aspect of college admissions and funding. With classes and expert access spanning a full year, we’ll be there from college visits through move-in day.
Enrollment in the CoLab includes membership in a private Facebook group, where you’ll share the learnings and journey with other CoLab families going through the college admissions and funding process.
Text and email reminders to both students and parents.
Seminars can be viewed live, on replay, and with or without your student. Watch multiple times to glean even more!
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CoLAB Plus
Perfect For High School Freshmen & Sophomores- Access to Live and Recorded Webinars
- Monthly Newsletter and Checklists
- Monthly Office Hours
- Special offers on class selection guidance, athletic recruiting, and scholarship search tools
CoLAB Premium
Ideal For High School Juniors- Access to Live and Recorded Webinars
- Text Reminders to Parents and Students
- Private Online College Planner Account
- College Scholarship Report
- YouScience Aptitudes Report
- Unlimited Text and Email Support
- Essay Strategy Session and Review
- Online Interactive SAT/ACT Test Prep
- Merit Scholarship, EFC, and College Cost Comparison Reports
- 4 One on one Video Calls with CoLAB College Counselors
Sign Up Today
Enrollment Ends 2/15/19- Compares to $3000 to $5000 for One on One College Coaching
- Includes guidance on both college admissions and financial aid strategies
- Gives access to resources to find merit scholarships that can reduce college costs by $50,000 or more
- Feel free to reach Michele at 904-625-0299 x1 or email her at [email protected] with any questions
Get the Clarity, Guidance, and Expertise You Need
We can only admit 20 families to the Premium level of the College Admissions and Funding CoLab.
Get your seat today!