Why College Admissions Jumpstart?

No more guessing games. CAJ breaks down the entire application process into clear, manageable steps you can follow at your own pace

  • Ideal for families with 8th, 9th and 10th graders who want to be proactive in college planning.

  • Get insider knowledge from an experienced Assistant Dean, who has admitted thousands of students, without the hefty hourly fees. This course delivers exceptional value for a fraction of the cost.

  • Access all information 24/7 from anywhere, fitting seamlessly into your busy family and high school life.

The Course:

Expert guidance from an industry insider with 17+ years of experience!

    1. Thinkific Platform Demo

    2. Welcome from the Instructor

    3. Presentation Part I: The Foundation

    4. Presentation Part 2: Searching and Applying to Colleges

    5. Survey: How was this "crash course"?

    6. Worksheet: Comparing Potential Colleges

    7. Worksheet: Comparing Subject Requirements

    8. Worksheet: Links to Resources Mentioned

    9. Worksheet: Campus Visit Questions

    10. Worksheet: High School Resume Template/Example

    11. Worksheet: Tracking Your A-G Requirements (CA Students)

JumpStart Includes:

  • $150.00
  • College Prep Building Blocks (Roadmap)
  • 180 Days Access
  • 6 Dynamic Worksheets (to keep you organized)

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    FreeHigh School Resume Template

    Use our template to craft a high school resume to help you stand out and put your most competitive foot forward!
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The College Admissions JumpStart Advantage

  • Affordability- CAJ will give families of incoming high schoolers and amazing foundation to save the thousands of dollars in private coaches. If you choose a coach, as your student gets older, you won't need as much of their time- saving you $$

  • Real Expertise- With over 17 years of higher ed experience (all of which have been in admissions as a Director or Assistant Dean), you'll get guidance with a grade by grade roadmap, steps on building your own college list, and tips for applying to your top schools. *It was my name signed on the admissions letters to thousands of students- many coaches can't boost that kind of direct experience.

  • Exclusive Tools- Stay organized with CAJ worksheets and downloads that will help you organize your college list, track deadlines and even provide suggested questions for your campus visits.

CAJ Tools:

Here are some examples of how CAJ can help you organize your journey

  • College List Spreadsheet

    With CAJ's template, you can track your prospective colleges' requirements and deadlines all in one easy to read format.

  • College Visit Helpful Questions

    As you tour prospective colleges, you'll get an excellent start to the kinds of questions you should be asking.

  • High School Resume Template

    Receive a resume template with an example of how to craft your resume and stand out for selective schools.

Testimonials

“Seeing this presentation with my family, gives me a game plan for tackling high school and putting my best self forward for application time.”

Emma, 9th Grader (California)

“This course saved us a ton of money. Instead of hiring a college coach for many appointments. We got all of our building blocks in one place. We now only need to get essay help when the time comes.”

Angie, Parent (Michigan)

“College Admission Jumpstart is a comprehensive course designed to demystify today’s complex college admissions process. With clear guidance and up-to-date insights, it helps students and parents stay organized, meet critical deadlines, and navigate every step with ease. This program is a must-have for anyone trying to understand the latest application requirements and strategies.”

Jason, Parent (California)

“Prior to meeting with Adam, I was completely overwhelmed of how to help guide my kids through the High School course selection to best prep them for when they apply to college. My anxiety around college prep immediately decreased with Adam’s practical advice. He was able to break down year-by-year actionable items to make the entire process digestible. Regardless if your child is entering High School or in their final year, Adam can help you navigate how to best support them. Best of all, he has real college admissions experience at an incredibly reputable University. Helping support each one of my children’s varying journeys to college feels immensely easier with Adams guidance.”

Megan, Parent (California)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who is College Admissions JumpStart for?

    CAJ is designed to provide guidance to early high schoolers, and their parents, by outlining clear building blocks for competitive college prep.

  • How much time does all this information take?

    CAJ is 100% on demand. You could complete it all in 75 minutes, but you will have 6 months access to watch and re-watch it all (and take notes).

  • Will I get personal feedback on my essays?

    CAJ will provide foundational knowledge for college prep planning and strong tips for writing your essays, but does not provide 1-on-1 essay feedback. CAJ will give you all the building blocks you need to do it on your own or if you chose a consultant, will save you several billable hours so you pretty much only need them for essay feedback.

  • Is College Admissions JumpStart relevant for international admissions?

    CAJ provides information based on the U.S. high school system from the prospective of a U.S. high school student. International students are welcome to purchase access if it helps their research process, but please know that is the POV.

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About the Instructor

Adam Corrigan

College Jumpstart Instructor

Adam is currently Assistant Dean of Admissions at a local law school in California. He earned a MA in Education at the University of Michigan (program ranked #2). He is also the former Director of Admissions and Student Life at the University of Michigan School of Public Health (ranked #4 at the time). Over his career, he has reviewed thousands of applications, allocated millions in scholarship funds for recruitment, worked with countless faculty committees and has served on a national advisory committee for a Common Application System.