Though Premiere Prep is typically geared towards high school students preparing for college, I used…read morethis company for hourly consultations for my academic transition. I didn't know it when I met him, but Justin was a game changer for me. I never knew the value or importance of receiving professional academic/career guidance. I can honestly say that I would not be nearly close to where I am today without Justin's guidance or support. He has helped me in my professional development through editing my resumes, interviewing skills, and most importantly, he saw my potential and helped me realize it too. His advice is honest and compassionate (though not necessarily what I always wanted to hear) and he wholeheartedly invested his time in me. Justin helped me transition through one of the most difficult times in my life between undergrad and post-undergrad at UCI. These days, I am proud to say I am at my top choice graduate program in occupational therapy. Whether it is college counseling or personal development, you couldn't be in better hands with Justin or his team at Premiere Prep.

We are extremely grateful for the support this college counseling company provided our family…read morethroughout my daughter's high school. The process of preparing for college applications was overwhelming, but the guidance we received made all the difference. Felicia, who worked directly with my daughter, was outstanding, supportive, knowledgeable, and always encouraging. She helped keep everything organized and made sure my daughter felt confident every step of the way. She was always there for my daughter when she needed her. Justin, the owner, has clearly built a wonderful program that truly supports students and families. We're thrilled that my daughter was accepted into the university she had been hoping for, and we're very thankful for their role in helping make that happen. Very Highly recommend.

This place is a great place for after school tutoring. Should definitely go to. The principal is…read morereally nice and teachers are excellent.

From the owner: A trusted K–12 education center dedicated to your child’s success—offering small class sizes,…read morepersonalized tutoring, academic planning, college counseling, and more to support every step of their learning journey.

Joseph was very helpful with reviewing my college essays!…read more Before I had my essays revised with him, I felt like something was off with my supplementals, and through his help I was able to identify areas that were unclear or deemed disingenuous. He is also great for short deadlines and was able to give me feedback within a day even during holidays. Thanks to his help I got into UPenn, Duke, Washu (Annika Rodriguez Scholar), NYU, Northeastern Honors Program + Scholarship, USC IYA + Honors, UT Austin Plan II Honors + Honors Scholarship!

I first learned about Joey Lin's services after reading some of his insightful and informative…read moreposts in a college-focused parenting group that I'm in. Parents thank him by the hundreds for his invaluable contributions to our discussions - and his YouTube videos are a great resource, too. Although we don't live in the area, when my daughter needed guidance on some very specific questions regarding her UC application, I knew that Joey had the exact expertise to help her through the process. As a UC expert, I felt very confident that his consulting services would be beneficial in helping my daughter put her best foot forward as we slogged through the complicated journey of applying to these highly competitive, top-tier flagship schools here in California. Utilizing Joey's services was a great decision and my daughter was very comfortable working directly with him as he reviewed her application and made meaningful suggestions to help her through the final application phases. I appreciate his responsiveness and kindness in working with my daughter through this stressful time. I would not hesitate to recommend him to other parents also seeking a professional consultant who is well-versed in the mechanics of how to produce impactful and successful UC applications.

I attended Edvanced Academy from the summer after my sophomore year to the end of my senior year. I…read morehave nothing but praise for this outstanding institution. Before coming to Edvanced, I went to both Harvard Square and Alpha Academy. Both were good places with the same goals, but it was their methods that fell short. I am a student that needs a small and intellectually stimulating environment in order to flourish. While Harvard Square's curriculum was challenging and the teachers knew what they were doing, I was deprived of individualized attention with their cramped classes. Additionally, I was constantly surrounded by students who clearly did not enjoy being there, not that I blamed them. How many teenagers can truly say they love going to SAT and tutoring classes ? On the other hand, Alpha Academy provided smaller classes and an charismatic and fun director that easily made you feel comfortable and at home. The problem here was that in an effort to make us enjoy being there, with constant jokes and stories that often took up more than half of class time, I did not improve. I did not dread going to Alpha Academy, rather I looked forward to the lax, light environment and realized that this was wrong. Edvanced Academy is the perfect balance of everything that a student needs to prosper in not only their standardized testing, but schoolwork as well. The work is challenging, the teachers have high expectations of you, and you might feel overwhelmed sometimes, but these masters of their subjects will do anything to help you conquer your academic fears even if it means extra classes, private help, and out of class texts, emails, or facebook messages. I am not an outstanding student. I do not excel at math, science, or really any particular subject. I entered Edvanced Academy with about a 1700 average SAT score, and left with a 2090. Inspired by the balance of charm and rigor of writing and essay teachers Roi and Sara, I earned an 800 in the writing section and an 11 on the essay. Every single one of their instructors has a gift of connecting with their students; they are loved by all, but with this they also have the ability to train, shape, and work you until you've done the absolute best you can do. Edvanced has done for me what no one institution has ever done, and that is help me to raise my expectations of myself, to realize that through grueling hard work and practice you can make yourself proud of your own work. Thank you Tommy and teachers, I would not have been accepted to my dream school without you.

I had such a great experience working with John. He provided support throughout my entire college…read moreapplication process and always made time to meet with me. His guidance was crucial to my acceptance into my dream school. I cannot be more thankful!

We had a great experience working with Munira on both of my kids' applications. She's supportive,…read moreknowledgeable, and motivating. What stood out most was how genuinely she cared and how consistently she kept my children's best interests in mind. She put a clear structure to a very stressful process, helped the kids navigate all the tasks and requirements, and always followed through until everything was completed. I'm glad we had the chance to work with her--and both my kids are happy with the outcome.

She is one of the best and most caring counselors that one can have. I moved to USA three years ago…read morewithout any background of USA transfer and college system. She walked me through all the steps. Thanks to her guidance, I got admitted to my first choice UC which was UC Berkeley.

As I'm about to send the kid off to school, it felt appropriate to write this review since it…read morewouldn't have happened without them. The kid is a great applicant, but trying to guide her on my own was a nightmare. After trying that approach for far too long, I enrolled her in this program and instantly felt at ease. I didn't have to nag because they kindly nudged the kid with all that needed to happen. They had all these additional tips that I had no clue about. Like little known, less competitive majors or what tired, overdone personal statement topics to avoid. Well worth the money for expert advice and less fighting. Ok, I can't help myself. I have to brag that the kid is a UCLA Bruin. Couldn't be prouder. Feels like I was the one admitted!

Came across Senior procrastination Package as the name indicates ... late. My son is my only…read morechild, so I had plenty of regrets about not starting the college preparation process sooner. I had him at 20 and attended college later as an adult so I wasn't quite aware of the process out of high school. I was sooo happy that I found them. Julie was simply amazing and broke everything down for me and supported my son by prioritizing his needs with the deadlines, help with the application process, and utilizing their essay review service. I knew that signing up in the summer before my son's senior year wouldn't magically make everything right, but it definitely brought down the stress level for both of us. Apparently, they sell out every year and I'm glad I was able to get a spot. If you have a child who needs help for the college admissions process, don't wait until school starts their senior year. I wish I would have known about their parent companies Premiere Prep and Junior Scramble sooner, but you live and learn. Hopefully I've saved one parent from procrastinating with this post!! Looking forward to some good news in the months ahead for my son.

I don't usually leave reviews, but I felt strongly about sharing this. Lea provided an incredibly…read moreinformative webinar and a thoughtful, comprehensive assessment for my son. She offered practical, realistic advice and tips that made the whole college process feel much less overwhelming and made herself readily available. As the sole provider for my family, these services felt out of reach financially, but Lea worked with us and offered payment options to make it more manageable. I truly appreciate her kindness, professionalism, and the genuine care she shows for students and families. Highly recommend.

I have had the privilege of working with Lea for the past 10 years and am deeply grateful for her…read moreguidance and support throughout that time. As a single parent striving to put two children through college, the process often felt overwhelming. Lea provided consistent support at every stage and made the entire experience significantly more manageable. With her expert guidance, both of my children successfully graduated from outstanding institutions -- the University of San Diego and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. I cannot adequately express my appreciation for the support, knowledge, and encouragement she provided over the years. I would highly recommend Lea's services to anyone seeking professional college planning assistance or expert guidance in navigating the college admissions process.Thank you again

Strategic College Consulting is the absolute top of the game. After working with them, their…read moreguidance helped me earn admission to many schools, including Stanford, Caltech, Berkeley, Brown, and more. The thing that has stuck with me, though, is that they are not just knowledgeable but genuinely care about my journey, and I really felt that they wanted to help me reach my full potential. I cannot thank them enough and feel they are absolutely worth working with, given how much my life's trajectory has changed since working with them. Their feedback on my essays and app was absolutely invaluable, and their scientific methodological breakdown approach was reassuring. I personally worked with Dr. Brian Haig and have also spoken with Dr. Jeffrey Haig, and I highly recommend either of them if anyone else is looking for a college counselor! Thank you so much for everything!

We reached out to Strategic College Consulting after seeing its outstanding Google reviews, which…read morefar exceeded those of other firms in Orange County, and chose to work with Dr. Brian Haig. His guidance proved invaluable; our son was accepted not just to a few strong schools, but to several of the most competitive institutions in the country, including Caltech, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and Brown. Dr. Haig was transparent and upfront about pricing, and his feedback on essays was particularly impactful. He helped our son present not only his academic strengths but also his intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity, qualities that truly differentiate applicants at the highest level, where many candidates already have near-perfect scores. He also provided strategic guidance on presenting extracurricular activities and honors/awards in a way that maximized their impact. Based on our experience, we enrolled our two younger children earlier in high school, which has allowed them to more intentionally plan and prioritize meaningful activities. On a personal level, Dr. Haig is kind, very responsive, and genuinely invested in his students' success. He has also served on the admissions committee of various colleges, and he brings this wealth of information, insight, and experience to his work. We highly recommend him and have already referred family and friends.

I highly recommend Justin and his team. Justin is professional, communicative, honest and…read moreunderstanding. He truly wants to help students put forth the best versions of themselves in the application process. Premier Prep is the ideal partner for navigating college admissions throughout the course of high school or simply if you need application help during senior year. I can't say enough good things about Justin and Premier Prep!

Though Premiere Prep is typically geared towards high school students preparing for college, I used…read morethis company for hourly consultations for my academic transition. I didn't know it when I met him, but Justin was a game changer for me. I never knew the value or importance of receiving professional academic/career guidance. I can honestly say that I would not be nearly close to where I am today without Justin's guidance or support. He has helped me in my professional development through editing my resumes, interviewing skills, and most importantly, he saw my potential and helped me realize it too. His advice is honest and compassionate (though not necessarily what I always wanted to hear) and he wholeheartedly invested his time in me. Justin helped me transition through one of the most difficult times in my life between undergrad and post-undergrad at UCI. These days, I am proud to say I am at my top choice graduate program in occupational therapy. Whether it is college counseling or personal development, you couldn't be in better hands with Justin or his team at Premiere Prep.