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A consulting firm designed with parents & families in mind — getting you ready for college admissions

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So, you’re preparing your student for college.

But where in the world do you start? Ask Dr. Hoffman — that’s me. This website and the resources I offer are designed specifically with you in mind. One of my favorite parts of being an admissions officer was helping parents and family members navigate the process.

I’m excited to work with you.

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Before we begin, let me introduce myself.

Here’s the thing. Most former admissions officers and former directors either become high school counselors — or they open their own consulting practice, taking on a handful of clients.

But based on my experience, I know nearly everyone needs college admissions information to help their student. That’s why I created this course - 9 units, 96 lessons, and more than 6 hours of content, giving you the A-Z of college admissions and financial aid.

So what’s this about the Parent’s Ultimate College Admissions Course?

  • This is an asynchronous, go-at-your-own-pace kind of course. Cram it all into a month, or just take it one step at a time. After all, the entire timeline for college admissions typically takes a year or more; in the end, it’s up to you.

  • I’ve developed this course over the past year, so I’ve taken my time to think through the sequencing and design. First, you’ll get organized and ease into college search planning through research tools; then you’ll learn about visit options and ways to interact with colleges, followed by hearing from me about the various admissions plans. And so on and so forth. While you can jump around to specific topics, I recommend that you go in order.

  • This course isn’t designed only for those who can afford the thousands it might cost for a private counselor. That’s why I’m charging a nominal monthly ($149) or annual ($549) subscription fee — with 20% off your first month/year for a limited time (use code: SITELAUNCH20 at checkout). Cancel at absolutely any time. And if your student qualifies for fee waivers or receives free- or reduced-priced lunch in school, it’s absolutely free.

  • If your student is a bit younger - say, 10th grade or below, and you just need to begin the process, I also offer the Parent’s Introductory College Admissions Course. In just a few hours, I’ll give you all the tools you need to get started.

Course Structure

Giving you the tools you need to help navigate your student through the college admissions process.

Download Course List

01

Getting Started

02

Interacting with Colleges

Admission Plans

03

04

Institutional Priorities

Demonstrated Interest

The College Application

05

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07

Application Review

08

Mock Admissions Committee

09

Financial Aid & Scholarships

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And be sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel for a ton of free content.

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YouTube Testimonials

  • The best video that I have ever watched among its kinds. Thanks much!

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  • This is likely the most insightful video on the "backroom discussions" that take place on admission committees. You made a process that feels capricious and opaque to an outsider appear transparent and logical.

    @PJVila 

  • Thank you for the video!! This was very insightful and I learned a lot compared to other college advice.

    @cookietough30 

  • I am a professor emeritus at a major research powerhouse university and despite serving on countless graduate and medical school admissions committees, have utterly no idea how undergrad admissions committees work. Thanks for the insight! A big reveal to me after 48 years on the faculty.

    @infectdiseaseepidemiology2599 

  • Dr. Hoffman, you truly have the best channel in YouTube's history on all matters about college applications. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

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  • I had to double check that I didn’t miss another 0 in your subscriber count. This is GOLD! Keep doing what your doing this was so helpful.

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Disclaimers

  • Your privacy is important to us. All personal information shared with AskDrHoffman.com LLC will be stored securely and not shared with any third party unless you expressly give consent.

  • AskDrHoffman.com LLC cannot guarantee admission to any college or program, awarding of scholarships, or eligibility of financial aid.

  • Advice is provided without bias or preference. We recognize every student and family is different and has different needs.

  • AskDrHoffman.com LLC does not employ financial advisors, and any advice related to financial aid or tuition is strictly for educational purposes. We recommend working with a financial advisor for any decisions related to investments, loans, or banking decisions.