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Navigating the college admissions and financial aid process can feel like a full-time job, on top of the many hats you already wear as a parent. But imagine having a clear, structured path that guides you and your high school freshman or sophomore every step of the way, without breaking the bank. Welcome to my world, where I provide you with comprehensive digital tools, courses/webinars and resources designed to make the college planning journey smooth and stress-free.
My Personal Digital College Planner
Want To Prepare your young high schooler to give them the best Shot at college admissions?
Without Feeling overwhelmed or missing crucial Steps?
That's why I created My Personal Digital College Planner. My NEW, comprehensive digital roadmap that helps you ensure a stress-free and successful college admissions process for your child. My Personal Digital College Planner offers a step-by-step guide from 9th-12th grade complete with editable progress checklists and tracker, hyperlinks to sites related to the steps in the process, and insider tips to maximize admissions success.
Your child will be well positioned and prepared when they start their college admissions application process in their senior year!
"I like that it's simple and easy to follow, yet direct, and not overwhelming for my freshman. we're both excited to now have the guidance and start with our planning proces. "
Annie C.
Digital Course Coming Soon!
Everything You Need to Know About College Funding and Financial Aid Course!
* How to help your student choose the best fit colleges academically and financially
*What income and assets will colleges consider and determine what they think you can afford to pay every year
*What type of financial assistance are available from federal, state, and the colleges and how it works
*How to get and maximize Grants & Scholarships
* Financial Aid Forms - Dates and Deadlines
*How Families Making up to 250k per year can still get need based aid
*How families with high income and high net worth still get financial assistance from some colleges
This course will get you started in the right path with your college financial planning process!
"There's so much i didn't know! lea's seminar opened my eyes with all the resources available i didn't even know we can get, my daugther ended up attending a prestigious private university for less than a public school cost!"
~ VAlerie M.
1-Hour Consultation (virtually with Lea Cruz)
If you feel you have specific questions or concerns or need further assistance beyond the guidance of My Personal Digital College Planner or one of our Digital courses/webinars and would like to discuss your particular situation, you can request a 1-hour consultation.
With over 13 years in the college planning field and having assisted over 500 families, I possess the knowledge and experience necessary to navigate the complex college admissions and finanical aid process. I've dedicated my career to helping families plan financially and strategically for their child's higher education, ensuring the best possible positioning for admissions success.
As a mother of three myself, I truly understand the significance of setting our children up for a bright future. I've walked the same path and experienced the same challenges. This personal connection drives my commitment to help as many families as possible, allowing your children to attend colleges that are the best academic and financial fit. I provide more than just a service; I offer empathy, guidance, and a shared goal of success for your child.
Our consulting/servicing part of our business (Excel College Planning) can provide students with one-on-one assistance from a college/career counselor that can assist in helping determine potential career path, major, college list for your student, work with families with proper financial positioning to maximize financial assistance and choose the right fit colleges academically and financially, and assist with form processing and filing, financial awards review and appeals process.
***1-Hour Consultation Fee is $75, which can be applied towards any services you decide to move forward with after the consultation.
“My family has worked with Ms. Cruz since 2014 when our twins were still in high school, and we were trying to navigate the whole college application and financial planning process. Ms. Cruz helped every step of the way, and four years later, we also used her services for our youngest son. Ms. Cruz is very knowledgeable and caring. She listened to our needs and really personalized her services to meet our family's needs.”
~ Rosie G.
My Personal Digital College Planner
Recommended for freshmen and sophomores for early college planning for better admissions chances!
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