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Our Services
We offer a range of services tailored to support students at every stage of the college admissions journey. Whether you're aiming for Ivy League schools, top public universities, or competitive liberal arts colleges, we help you approach the process with strategy, clarity, and confidence.
Looking for deep, individualized support? Our 1:1 Consulting pairs students with a dedicated admissions expert to guide every step of the way, from building the college list and crafting powerful essays to navigating deadlines, interviews, and scholarships. It’s the most personalized, high-touch option for families seeking hands-on strategy and support in a 1:1 setting.
Prefer working in a community of driven peers? Join one of our cohort-based programs: the 8-Week Admissions Accelerator or 4-Week Essay Bootcamp. These structured, high-impact programs provide group sessions, expert instruction, and guided accountability, perfect for motivated students who want results with a supportive pace.
Need quick, focused help? Our Application Review and Essay Review services provide fast, professional feedback on what you’ve already written, ideal for students who are nearly done but want to sharpen their applications before submitting.
Not sure where to begin? Start by taking our quick “Find Your Fit” survey to discover which program best fits your goals, budget, and timeline. At Icon, there’s no guesswork - just expert guidance to help you find your future by embracing the Icon within.
Find your Fit
Take our quick assessment to get personalized program recommendations based on your goals, timeline, and application needs. In just a few minutes, we’ll match you with the Icon Admissions program that best fits your admissions journey along with some resources to start the process. Whether it's 1:1 consulting, an intensive bootcamp, or targeted essay support, you will receive clarity, confidence, and a clear path to move forward. Start your assessment now.
Strategy Consulting
The Icon Admissions 1:1 Consulting services are designed for students and families seeking the highest level of personalized support in the college admissions process. With direct, one-on-one access to a dedicated admissions expert, students receive tailored guidance from start to finish—ensuring nothing is left to chance.
Each engagement begins with a deep-dive strategy session, where we assess academic strengths, extracurricular involvement, personal background, and college goals. From there, we craft a step-by-step admissions roadmap that reflects each student’s unique story and aspirations.
Our 1:1 Consulting includes support with college list curation, essay brainstorming and editing, activity positioning, interview preparation, and timeline management. Whether applying to the Ivy League, UCs, or highly selective liberal arts colleges, students receive expert insight at every stage of the process.
Families can select from comprehensive packages, single-application strategy sessions, or targeted essay support. Regardless of the format, every student benefits from high-impact coaching, strategic clarity, and authentic storytelling.
This is not cookie-cutter advising—it’s a highly customized partnership to help students apply with confidence, purpose, and a competitive edge.
Ready to invest in your future? Let’s build your best application, together.
8-Week Accelerator Program
The 8-Week Admissions Accelerator is Icon Admission’s signature cohort-based program designed to guide motivated students through the most critical stages of the college application process—without the overwhelm. Ideal for rising seniors and fall applicants, this intensive program combines expert instruction, personalized feedback, and built-in accountability to help students stay focused and ahead of deadlines.
Each week, students attend dynamic small-group workshops that cover everything from college list strategy and activity section optimization to storytelling, essay writing, and application polish. Our structured curriculum ensures every component of the application is thoughtfully developed, while live feedback sessions offer real-time support and actionable insight.
Throughout the program, students receive individualized guidance on their personal statement, supplemental essays, and overall application narrative. Office hours, peer collaboration, and check-in milestones keep the momentum going, all within a supportive and motivated community of applicants.
The Accelerator is perfect for students who want the expertise of 1:1 consulting with the energy and structure of a group program. By the end of eight weeks, students will have a complete, high-quality application portfolio—ready for submission.
Ready to take action on your college dreams? This is where clarity meets execution.
4-Week Essay Bootcamp
The 4-Week Essay Bootcamp is a fast-paced, high-impact program designed to help students craft standout college essays with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. Whether you're struggling to find the right story or staring at a blank page, this bootcamp gives you the structure, support, and expert guidance to produce compelling, polished essays in just one month.
Through weekly workshops and targeted writing sessions, students learn how to brainstorm effectively, identify meaningful personal themes, and develop a clear narrative voice. We break down what admissions officers are really looking for and teach proven frameworks that turn vague ideas into powerful personal statements and supplemental essays.
Each student receives detailed, personalized feedback throughout the program, including line-by-line edits, narrative coaching, and strategic insight to elevate their writing. We focus on the Common App personal statement, UC PIQs, and supplemental essays for a range of top schools.
With deadlines approaching fast, this bootcamp is perfect for students who need structure, accountability, and results—quickly. You’ll walk away with a set of compelling, submission-ready essays that truly reflect your voice and vision.
Join the Essay Bootcamp and write your way into the future you deserve.
Application Reviews
The Application Review Service at Icon Admissions is designed for students who have completed most of their application materials but want expert insight before hitting “submit.” Our professional admissions consultants provide detailed, strategic feedback to ensure your application presents a cohesive, compelling narrative across every section.
We evaluate your application through the lens of former admissions officers and elite college consultants—offering an honest, thorough assessment of your Common App, UC application, or individual school submissions. This includes your personal statement, supplemental essays, activities list, honors, and overall positioning.
Our goal is to highlight what’s working, identify red flags, and suggest specific, actionable improvements to maximize your chances of admission. Whether you’re applying to highly selective colleges or want a second opinion on your final draft, our review gives you confidence and clarity.
You’ll receive a comprehensive written report along with optional 1:1 follow-up consultation to walk through key recommendations and revisions. Turnaround is fast, and feedback is laser-focused.
Don’t submit your application with doubt—submit it with precision. A second set of expert eyes can make all the difference.
Essay Editing Services
Icon Admissions offers Essay Review Services that provide in-depth, professional feedback on your college essays, helping you elevate your writing, clarify your voice, and ensure every word counts. Whether you're working on your Common App personal statement, UC PIQs, or school-specific supplements, our expert editors will refine your draft with both strategy and style in mind.
We go beyond grammar checks. Our team evaluates your essay’s structure, clarity, emotional impact, and alignment with your overall application story. You'll receive detailed, line-by-line comments and holistic suggestions that help you improve your narrative, sharpen your language, and make your message unforgettable.
Essays are reviewed by seasoned admissions consultants with deep insight into what top schools are looking for. We focus on authenticity, originality, and voice—ensuring your writing doesn’t just meet expectations, but exceeds them.
Turnaround is quick, and you can select single reviews or multi-round editing packages depending on your timeline and needs. Whether you're polishing your final draft or still exploring your story, our feedback helps transform good essays into great ones.
Don’t let a mediocre draft hold back a strong application. Submit your essays with confidence—powered by expert guidance.
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