Our Approach

Preliminary Consultation – We begin by conducting a thirty-minute consultation with the student and at least one parent to learn about the student’s interests and career goals.

Fee – No charge

Early Assessment Session – For students in eight, ninth and tenth grades. Duration between one and one-half to two hours.  Goal is to review student transcript to assist in selection of high school course work and extracurricular activities that meet student’s interests and college requirements

Fee - $275.

College Planning Services – For high school juniors and seniors.  In-depth review of the student’s transcript and assessment of his/her interest; preparation of list of target schools based on identified preferences;  assistance with completion of application materials and feedback regarding personal statements and essays;  development of timeline to ensure that application materials are submitted prior to deadlines; suggestions regarding selections for letters of recommendation.

Fee - $1000.

Additional Options

If you have individual needs that fall outside the standard offerings described above, ask about our hourly rate options.

Student Testimonial


"Dr. Archer guided me at every step of the college placement process. He was always available to answer my questions and addressed all of my parents’ concerns. He encouraged me to aim high and prepared me to be successful during my college interviews. He also provided a lot of academic advice that made the first year of college less stressful and more rewarding.

"From taking me on numerous visits to the different college campuses, to speaking with admissions counselors at the various universities where I applied, I always felt that Dr. Archer had my best interest in mind and worked hard to help me get into my first choice college. I owe my success to Dr. Archer’s guidance during the difficult period of choosing a college and am eternally grateful. "

—Chimezie Ozurumba
Columbia University, Class of 2001 (BA)
Rutgers University, Class 2002, 2007 (MA, PhD)
Columbia Business School, Class of 2011 (MBA).

To Set Up Appointment

College Consulting Services provides service to clients in the San Francisco Bay area as well as to clients throughout the U.S. We can arrange to meet in-person with local clients or via phone and email with clients outside the Bay area.
Contact us at collegeconsultingservices@yahoo.com to set up an appointment or to ask any questions that you may have regarding our services.

Contact us

              Business: 559-375-1710
              Cell:        559-942-7081


College Placement can be a complex process for High School students planning for college.

College Consulting Services simplifies college placement.