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College admissions is confusing, but it doesn't have to be.

Let me help you put the pieces together.    

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Hi! I'm Allison Grandits, owner of Grand Fit Educational Consulting. I work with students and families as they navigate the complicated college admissions process. My goal is to help you discover college options; colleges that will reward your students for their hard work throughout high school.

As a former public school counselor with a caseload of 400 students, I know it can be challenging to find helpful resources. It's easy to become overwhelmed by all the choices and difficult to silence the noise. As an IEC, I stay up to date on changes in the field and continuously educate myself on new programs and opportunities for my students. I have visited over 75 colleges in 13 states, and have attended information sessions for over 120 other schools.

Using the GRAND Fit method, I help students identify the factors that matter most to them. GRAND factors are based on Geography, Rigor, Activities, Natural, and Dollar fit. I know that every student is unique and their college search should be as well.

 

College is an investment. Let me invest in you.

Geography

You are going out into the world. What atmosphere do you want in college?

Rigor

You are there to get a degree. What learning experiences do you want?

ACtivities

You are involved in your high school.
What clubs will you join next?

Natural

You are choosing your home for the next four years. What feels right to you?

Dollar

You are making a financial investment. What outcomes are you hoping to achieve?

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There are so many things that go into college planning, and everyone's journey is unique. Here are just a few of the things I can help you and your student with:

  • Gaining confidence by identifying strengths 

  • Standing out from the crowd with activities that fit your student

  • Career and major exploration

  • High school course selection

  • Finding schools that will award your student for their hard work

  • Creating an action plan so nothing falls through the cracks

  • College admissions essays

  • Expectation management and family preservation

Whether you are just beginning the exploration process, putting the finishing touches on your college list, or in throes of applications, I can help! Services include:

Grand Fit Educational Consulting Sets Your Student Up For GRAND Success

The college admissions process is one of the most important times of your child’s life. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the most confusing times. As a former public school counselor, I know how difficult it can be for your child to get the adequate attention they need from their counselor to help narrow down their school choices and complete their college admissions. As an Independent Educational Consultant, I will help navigate your child’s journey from researching possible schools they want to attend to completing and submitting their college applications. Whether your child is a freshman in high school and wants to get a jumpstart on planning for college, or your child is about to enter their senior year and hasn’t applied to colleges yet, I’m here to help both you and your soon-to-be college freshman! To learn more about the services I offer and why it’s crucial to have a professional help you through the process, contact me today!

I thought the college process was really scary and overwhelming. I'm the oldest in my family, so I had never seen a sibling go through the process before. I was super nervous that I would miss tiny details. Everything started to feel a lot more manageable, and my stress really decreased when I knew that I had someone on my side that knows the process well. Thank you so much for everything. I truly could not have done it without you!

-E.M. Class of 2021

Berry College

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