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With the right guide...

you will
make it

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College Counseling and Essay Coaching

"OurCollegeCounselor was an absolute lifesaver. Lou not only helped me turn my jumbled thoughts into something cohesive, but he also pushed me to dig deeper, refine my voice, and—most importantly—find the *why* in everything I wrote."

AJ - Tustin, CA

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Here's a taste...

...For students

...For parents

"Working with Lou was nothing short of life changing. His dedication to helping me with the unforgiving college admissions process was unmatched. I don’t know how I would have completed this process without him. Whether it was being on Zoom for hours editing so many essays or just checking in on my life, Lou was always there.  I recommend Lou for anyone." - Teagan, Palos Verdes, CA

About

ABOUT
Lou

​Lou is a parent of three,

with two in college.

His approach is heart-centered, 

prioritizes student's well-being,
and is customized to each family
.

From freshman year through

final submissions, Lou guides students

to chart a strategic path.

Lou's students end up with

compelling narrative,

a manageable timeline,

a great college list, and the strongest applications

to tell their unique story.  

Lou also partners with families to

navigate financial aid and affordability, offering flexible support no matter how hands-on (or hands-off) you want to be.  

Join your child on the journey,
or sit back and let Lou manage it all!

 

Getting into the right college

can feel overwhelming,

but with the right guide,

it's totally doable -- and maybe even transformative

Lou Maggiotto

"Looking back on the stress that was college applications, Lou was the equivalent to my lighthouse in the storm. While my peers were drowning in frustration, I felt supported, encouraged, and—perhaps most importantly—proud. Proud of the growth I experienced as a writer, and proud of the work I submitted— knowing I put my best foot forward into the next stage of my life." - Pippa, Los Angeles CA

I offer flat-fee and hourly packages to work with students at any point in high school, or the college transfer process.

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Contact me

Tel: 310-497-3773
Email: Lou@OurCollegeCounselor.com

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