Application Consulting
“Our son had a great connection with Xander and he immensely helped us navigate the college application process. Being guided with the best advice was invaluable. ”
Specializing in private high school and college admissions.
We have a plan for that!
Your Consultant
With a Bachelor’s of Psychology, a Masters of Education, and nearly a decade and a half of experience in the education industry, Alexander “Xander” Ruiz, is uniquely qualified to maximize students’ potential. After working in colleges and universities throughout the United States, Alexander has coached hundreds of students to increase their self-awareness and emotional intelligence. As the Educational Director of Link Educational Institute, he continues to work individually with students of all ages pushing them to be their best while developing life-long skills and pursuing the goal of a higher education.
For families who need assistance managing the college or private high school application process - we're here to help!
Our Packages Include
Full Service College Consulting and Private School Consulting
Families who choose this service enjoy a unique partnership with Link. By following Link’s detailed year-long plan will help students become competitive applicants to a list of schools the student decides. They work alongside a consultant to comprehend and then complete the application process. For questions regarding packages, contact us.
We do this by helping families:
Find high schools schools or colleges that align with your student's goals and meet your family’s needs
College Selection Advisement by helping students decide which school(s) to apply to
Understand the college application process including understanding California State System, University of California System
Choose engaging and challenging courses that highlight your student’s ability to perform both inside the classroom
Choose extracurriculars and activities to highlight the student’s passions outside of the classroom
Assess test readiness and prescribe preparation plans
Prepare for open house and/or campus visits
Prepare to fill out applications for admissions including individual high schools, CommonApp, and/or Coalition App
Manage application and admissions deadlines and benchmarks
Brainstorm/editing essays including Common App Personal Statements, Personal Insight Questions, and Supplemental Essays
Request letters of recommendation
Prepare for interviews
Review application prior to submission with the family