College Planning Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming

Whether your student is just beginning to explore college options or is staring down an application deadline, Southern Roots College & Career Consulting provides practical, personalized support to help you know what to do next.

From early college exploration to application season, Southern Roots provides personalized one-on-one guidance based on where your student is and what they need next.

SERVICES

  • College Planning & Application Support

    Whether you need one hour to answer specific questions or ongoing support throughout the process, we’ll focus on what your student needs most.

    Support can include:

    • Building a College List - Develop a balanced list of reach, match and likely schools based on your student’s academic profile, interests, goals and preferences.

    • Application Strategy - Create a personalized plan for tackling applications, deadlines, essays, and other important requirements.

    • Application Support - Get guidance through the submission process to help ensure applications are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.

    • Personalized Guidance- Work through questions, challenges or decisions as they come up. Start with one hour and add additional support as needed.

    • Assistance with the submission process, ensuring that all components of the application are completed accurately and on time.

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  • Comprehensive Package

    One advisor. One plan. One less thing for parents to worry about.

    Personalized college & career plan, College list development, Common App guidance, Essay & personal statement support, Application strategy, Scholarship guidance, Timeline & accountability, Parent communication, Support through first semester of college

    Best for families who want ongoing guidance rather than one-time help.

    Now accepting class of 2029

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Southern Roots provides personalized college and career guidance based on where your student is in their journey. Services include college and career exploration, college list development, Common App and application support, personal statement and supplemental essays, student resumes, application organization, college transfer support, and college major career assessments.

    Whether your student needs help with one specific task or ongoing guidance throughout the process, we’ll focus on what they need most.

  • Getting started is easy? Complete this form, and we’ll connect to learn more about your student and what you’re looking for.

  • College planning should feel personal, not like a checklist or a one-size fits-all process. Southern Roots combines experience in higher education, career services, high school/college advising, and college application support to provide practical guidance tailored to each student. My goal isn’t to tell your student where they should go to college or what they should major in; it’s to help them understand their options, stay organized, make informed decisions, and feel confident throughout the process.

    And because most of my clients come through referrals, the trust of families is at the heart of Southern Roots.

  • The easiest way to get started is through the “Get Started” form on our website. You can share a little about your student, what you’re looking for, and where you are in the college planning process.

    From there, we’ll connect and determine the best next step.

  • How much there is to do beyond simply filling out the application.

    The college application process involves researching schools, building a balanced college list, understanding deadlines, preparing essays, requesting recommendations, sending transcripts and test scores, completing financial aid and scholarship requirements, monitoring college portals, and keeping rack of countless details along the way.

    The biggest challenge is knowing what needs to happen and when.

    Starting early and having a clear plan can make the process much less overwhelming. You don’t have to wait until senior year to begin, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

  • Ah, the million dollar question!

    Southern Roots keeps things flexible. You can start with just one hour and add additional time as needed. No giant package required.

    Before July of senior year: $60/hour

    Beginning July senior year: $75/hour

    Some families need one hour to tackle a specific questions, while others need several hours to work through applications, essays, scholarships, and everything in between. You choose what works best for your student and your budget.

    And don’t worry…you don’t have to know exactly how many hours you need before you get started.

“I just wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for all the help and guidance you provided my son. Your assistance was invaluable and we are truly grateful for it.”

5.0 star google reviews.

— A.White

“Navigating the daunting college application process was a breeze for our high school senior thanks to Julie! Our son felt empowered and confident in crafting a standout application”

— R.Payne

“I just cannot express how thankful I am. I really appreciate your work refining my resume”

— Senior High School Graduate