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Pave Your Way to College

Wondering which college or major to apply to? Overwhelmed by the application process? Wanna craft a personal statement and supplemental essay to stand out? 

Personalized Guidance • College Exploration • Application Strategy • Essay Development • College Decision •

Every Student Has a Future Worth Exploring

College admissions is more than "getting into college". It is an opportunity for students to better understand themselves and the possibilities ahead.

Hi, I’m Sylvia Hsu. I’m a college admissions consultant, certified through the Professional Program in College Admissions Consulting at UC Berkeley Extension.

As a first-generation immigrant, I understand the hopes and challenges immigrant families face. The U.S. college admissions process feels complicated and overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to navigate it on your own.

As a consultant, I believe college admissions should start with the student—not a ranking list. Every student has a unique combination of strengths, interests, values, and aspirations.

My goal is to help students discover those qualities and build a college path that reflects who they are, what they value, and where they want to go.

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My Services

Junior Package

Senior Package

For high school juniors, this comprehensive program guides every stage of the college application journey—from building profiles to the final decision.


What's Included

  • Career & Major Exploration

  • Academic & Extracurricular Planning

  • Standardized Test Planning

  • College List Building

  • Recommendation Letter Guidance

  • Essay Guidance

  • Final College Decision


We guide students every step from exploring possibilities to choosing the right college.

Designed for rising and current high school seniors, this package provides focused, hands-on guidance through the most important stages of the college application process.

 

What’s Included

  • College List Building

  • Recommendation Letter Guidance

  • Essay Guidance

  • Final College Decision

 

From building the right college list to choosing where to enroll, we’re here to help you navigate senior year with confidence.

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College Application Clinic

Feeling overwhelmed by college applications? Need a little extra support to get everything across the finish line?


The College Application Clinic provides focused, personalized support exactly when students need it most. Available on an hourly basis, this flexible service allows students to get expert guidance on the specific areas where they need help.


Whether you need help refining your college list, strengthening your essays, reviewing your application, or navigating a specific application question, we’ll provide targeted advice and feedback to help you move forward with confidence.
 

Have questions about college admissions counseling?

I'd love to learn more about your student and your family's goals.

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