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College Planning Guidance
in Austin, Texas

Access College America: Personalized One-on-One Consulting & Dynamic Group Workshops for High School Scholars and Their Families.

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  • A leading college consulting agency proudly serving Texas (Austin, Houston, and Dallas) and Los Angeles, with premium virtual packages available nationwide.

  • Now serving Los Angeles and other cities nationwide!

  • STEM Experts!

  • 5 Star Local Leaders in College Planning!

  • Personalized Intake Process (18:1 Scholar-to-Consultant Ratio)

  • One-on-One & Interactive Group Classes!

  • Add-Ons Available: Test Prep & Research Projects!

  • Signature Essay Coaching Included: Main Essay, Activity List, Short Answer Questions, Expanded Résumé, Scholarship & Honors Applications

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Why Choose Access College America?

At Access College America, we provide expert college planning tailored to ambitious high school scholars, with a niche focus on STEM majors. From our deep roots across Texas (Austin, Houston, and Dallas) to our growing presence in Los Angeles, our bespoke approach ensures each scholar receives dedicated, one-on-one guidance. Whether working with our local teams or utilizing our seamless nationwide virtual consulting, our scholars build the confidence and strategic edge needed for college success.

Additionally, our scholars are beating the odds with access to our exclusive Masterclass Series: over 15 hours of group workshops featuring breakout sessions and practical, hands-on guidance that bring the college admissions process to life.
 

For those looking to go even further, we offer optional add-ons such as faculty-mentored research projects and SAT/ACT test prep.
 

As a high-touchpoint agency, we limit enrollment to just 18 scholars per consultant each cycle, ensuring the focused, high-quality support our families have come to trust.

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High School 101: What to Expect in High School

Rising 9th grade students and Parents: There are many things to keep in mind when planning for high school. In this blog post, Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed, GCDF provides helpful ideas and pro tips for the exciting year(s) ahead.

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5-Star Reviews!
The Highest Rated Agency in the Region!

Dale Price and his team at Access College America have been an invaluable resource for our high school parents and students. Their College Planning 101 presentation is packed with insightful guidance on the college admissions process, offering clearly defined, actionable tips and a manageable timeline. Dale's honest and caring approach makes a real difference—he answers questions with transparency and expertise. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate presenter who is professional, resourceful, and never sales-pitchy, Access College America is the perfect choice. I can’t speak highly enough about the impact Dale and his team have had on our school families throughout this journey!

Diane D. (Westlake High School)

FAQs About College Admissions Consulting

When should high school students start working with a college counselor?

Ideally, students should begin college planning during their sophomore year or the summer before junior year. Starting early allows for strategic course selection, extracurricular building, and a stress-free approach to the competitive admissions landscape at top-tier universities like UT Austin, Texas A&M, UCLA and MIT.

What makes Access College America different from other college admissions consultants?

Access College America stands out through our high-touchpoint, personalized approach. We strictly cap our enrollment to an 18:1 scholar-to-consultant ratio, ensuring every student receives dedicated, bespoke guidance. Additionally, our students benefit from our unique Masterclass Series—over 15 hours...

Does Access College America provide specific guidance for UT Austin admissions?

Yes. We are experts in the UT Austin "Fit to Major" requirements. We guide students through the specific short-answer questions and the expanded resume format required for University of Texas applications to help them stand out in highly competitive majors like Computer Science and Business.

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(512) 686-8899

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7500 Rialto Blvd.

Austin, TX 78735

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