What's Inside the College Planning Toolkit
Glossary of College Admissions Terms (PDF)
A parent-friendly reference guide that demystifies the jargon of college admissions and helps you decode counselor meetings, college websites, and application platforms.
Summer Program Resource Guide (PDF)
A curated list of the top go-to resources for academic, leadership, and enrichment programs for high school students.
Summer Program Evaluation Template (Fillable Google Sheet)
A template for tracking potential summer opportunities based on value and alignment with your child’s goals and college narrative.
Student Identity Worksheet (Fillable PDF)
Help your child reflect on their strengths and interest with this comprehensive tool for shaping essays, interviews, and activity choices.
Parent Reflection Template (Fillable PDF)
A guided worksheet that helps you capture your child’s stories, strengths, and milestones in a clear, easy-to-share format for recommenders.
Scholarship Tracking Template (Fillable Google Sheets)
Organize deadlines, eligibility, and submission status across multiple scholarships so nothing slips through the cracks
College Decision Tracker (Fillable Google Sheets)
Compare offers, aid packages, and fit factors across schools with a tracker designed to support well-informed decisions.
...And Much More
Including four of our most popular free downloads,
Simplify College Planning with the Must-Have Toolkit for Parents
Get all the resources you need to support your child's plan for college, without spending hours searching online.
These DIY tools bring order to the college planning process and help you focus on helping your child find their best fit.
Built by a Parent Who Did the Research
“I spent hours researching and organizing everything so other families wouldn’t have to. This custom college planning toolkit is the result.”
-Creator of College Admissions for Parents