Betterton College Planning

Other Family Services

On-going Counseling

This is an extension of the one-time basic service for families that would like assistance through the entire admission process. It begins with the submission of parent and student questionnaires and a transcript. Next is an initial in-depth evaluation and planning meeting, followed by other contact as necessary -- further in-person meetings, phone conversations, and email communication.

Content includes:

advice on making a sensible college list
consistent with college goals, guidance on appropriate high school courses and grades, extra-curricular activities, and community service
tips on campus visits, practice interviews
SAT/ACT test prep
essay review
choosing an admission plan and completing the applications
help with paying for college -- finding both merit and need aid

Student Athlete Service

Includes all of the above with additional assistance about what you need to know if you plan to play your sport in college -- talent identification, contacting the coach, self-recruiting, availability of athletic scholarships, admission standards for athletes, NCAA rules and regulations, etc

Fee: Varies on year of student in high school and if there is an athletic component.

If you have questions or would like to schedule an initial meeting, call me at (609) 737-7377 or email me at dbett@princeton.edu with a number where I can reach you.