New Year, New College Planning Packages: Jumpstart Your Teen’s College Journey in 2025
As we kick off the new year, many families are beginning to focus on one of the most exciting—and often overwhelming—milestones: college planning. Whether you're just starting the process with your 11th grader or looking for guidance to fine-tune your approach, we’ve got great news!
At College Financial Prep, we've revamped our College Jumpstart Packages for 2025 to help families like yours navigate the complexities of both applying to college and paying for college. Each package is designed to give you and your teen the expert guidance you need to stay organized, reduce stress, and save on college costs.
Let’s take a closer look at the three College Jumpstart options tailored specifically for 11th-grade families.
Option 1: The College Jumpstart 101 Package – The Essentials Package
If you’re just getting started on the college journey and want a solid strategy to guide you through the process, this package is the perfect starting point.
1 Hour Financial Review & College Strategy Session
We'll sit down (virtually or in person) to assess your family’s financial situation and identify strategies to reduce the cost of college. For divorced families, rest assured that all financial information will remain strictly confidential and won’t be shared with a co-parent.3 Hours College List Development
Together, we'll create a list of colleges that fit your teen’s academic, personal, and financial needs. This is the backbone of college planning, setting you up for success with schools that are the best fit.1 Hour Review of Projected College Costs
We’ll give you a breakdown of the true costs of attending each college on the list and explain how you can minimize those expenses.1 Hour College Essay Brainstorming Session
Essays are critical in the admissions process. We’ll help your teen brainstorm and discover unique stories that will set them apart.
Total Cost: $1200
Why This Package is Perfect for You: This package offers the essentials for families just starting their college planning journey. You’ll walk away with a clear college list, a financial strategy, and a plan for tackling the essay—all at an affordable price point.
Option 2: The College Jumpstart 201 Package – The Comprehensive Package
Ready to dive deeper into the college process? This package offers everything in the essentials package, with added support for your teen’s college essays and a scholarship search to help reduce out-of-pocket costs.
1 Hour Financial Review & College Strategy Session
As with all our packages, we’ll build a personalized roadmap to make college more affordable, with confidential financial reviews for divorced families.3 Hours College List Development
We’ll tailor a list of schools that align with your child’s academic and financial goals.1 Hour Review of Projected College Costs
Understand the true costs of each college and how to reduce them.5 Hours College Essay Full Development
Essays can make or break an application. We’ll work with your teen from brainstorming through to the final draft, ensuring they craft a powerful, authentic essay that captures their unique strengths and experiences.1 Hour Scholarship Search
We’ll help uncover scholarships that are a good match for your teen, making college more affordable through outside funding.
Total Cost: $2025
Why This Package Stands Out: This is a great option for families looking for more comprehensive support throughout the application process. The full essay development and targeted scholarship search give your teen a competitive edge, while also helping to save on college costs.
Option 3: The College Jumpstart 301 Package – The Ultimate Success Package
For families looking for the ultimate support from start to finish, the Jumpstart 301 package covers all aspects of college planning and applications, including FAFSA assistance and Common App support.
1 Hour Financial Review & College Strategy Session
We’ll develop a strategy to make college affordable without sacrificing quality. For divorced families, all information remains confidential.3 Hours College List Development
We’ll create a custom list of colleges that match your teen’s academic goals, preferences, and financial realities.2 Hours Common App Support
We’ll guide your teen through the Common App, ensuring every detail is complete and shines.1 Hour Resume Development
Help your teen build a polished resume that highlights their extracurriculars, leadership, and achievements.1 Hour Review of Projected College Costs
Gain a detailed understanding of college costs and where savings are possible.5 Hours College Essay Full Development
From brainstorming to final edits, we’ll work closely with your teen to craft a standout essay that tells their unique story.1 Hour Scholarship Search
Find scholarships that align with your teen’s strengths and qualifications.FAFSA Assistance
We’ll take the stress out of completing the FAFSA, helping you maximize your financial aid.
Total Cost: $3500
Why This Package is a Game-Changer: This package provides all-inclusive support all the way through your teen's submission of their financial aid application. From financial planning to applications, essays, and scholarships, we’ve got everything covered to ensure your teen has the best chance at success and you can feel confident in your college financial strategy.
Need More Flexibility? We've Got You Covered!
We understand that each family’s needs are unique, which is why we also offer individual services like college advising, essay preparation, and financial aid support, which can be customized to meet your specific requirements. With all our packages, additional hours with our experts are available if needed. Plus, payment plans are available for any package, making it even easier to get the help you need.
As your teen’s college list evolves, we’ll also ensure you’re prepared for any additional requirements, including supplemental essays or financial aid applications, so you’re never caught off guard.
Next Steps
If you’re ready to make 2025 the year you and your teen take control of the college process, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to discuss the best package for your family.
Let’s make this college journey smooth, successful, and stress-free!
Visit: https://www.CollegeFinancialPrep.com and schedule a free, introductory call to discuss how we can best support you and your family.
About Vicki Vollweiler
CEO of College Financial Prep
Vicki Vollweiler, MBA, CDC, the founder and CEO of College Financial Prep, provides a full range of services and resources for clients as they prepare to minimize their costs for their children's college education. With her financial background, her desire to help parents reduce financial worries, and her life/divorce coach training, College Financial Prep helps families navigate financial aid, scholarships, college advising, essay preparation, test prep, student loans and divorce & college planning. The goal is for each client to be fully informed of options and opportunities so that both the student and the parent can make the best decisions for themselves and their family.