FAQ

What is TaylorMade Advising?

TaylorMade Advising provides personalized college, career, and post-secondary planning services for students and families. We help students confidently navigate every step of the planning and application process.

Who can benefit from your services?

We work with:

Middle school students beginning career exploration

High school students planning for college or careers

Transfer students

Gap-year students

Parents seeking guidance through the admissions process

What services do you offer?

Our services include:

College Planning

Career Exploration

College Application Support

Essay Review

Scholarship Search & Applications

Financial Aid Guidance

Parent & Student Workshops

Military, Trade School & Career Pathway Planning

Do you only help students applying to four-year colleges?

No! We help students explore the path that’s right for them, including:

Four-year universities

Community colleges

Trade and technical schools

Apprenticeships

Military opportunities

Direct career pathways

When should students begin working with an advisor?

The earlier, the better! We recommend:

Grades 8–9: Career exploration and academic planning, extracurricular planning

Grades 10–11: College research, extracurricular planning, testing strategy

Grade 12: Applications, essays, scholarships, and financial aid

However, students can begin at any stage.

Do you offer virtual meetings?

Yes. We offer both virtual and in-person appointments (when available), making it convenient for families regardless of location.

How long are advising sessions?

Most individual sessions last between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on the student’s needs.

Can parents attend meetings?

Absolutely! Parents are encouraged to participate, especially during planning and financial aid discussions.

Do you help with college essays?

Yes. We provide:

Brainstorming

Topic selection

Editing

Feedback

Final review

While ensuring each essay remains the student’s own work.

Do you guarantee college acceptance?

No. While we cannot guarantee admission, we help students submit the strongest applications possible through thoughtful planning and personalized guidance.

Do you help find scholarships?

Yes. We assist students with:

Scholarship searches

Application organization

Essay assistance

Deadline planning

To maximize scholarship opportunities.

Do you help with FAFSA and financial aid?

Yes. We guide families through financial aid resources, FAFSA preparation, and understanding available funding options.

How is TaylorMade Advising different?

Every student receives a personalized plan based on their goals, strengths, interests, and future aspirations. We believe there is no one-size-fits-all path to success.

What should students bring to their first meeting?

Helpful items include:

Transcript (if available)

Resume or activity list

Test scores (if applicable)

College list (if started)

Questions and goals

How do I schedule an appointment?

You can contact us by:

Phone: (856) 508-4950

Email: TaylorMadeAdvising@gmail.com

Using the contact form on our website.

Do you offer workshops?

Yes! We provide workshops for both students and parents covering topics such as:

College admissions

Scholarships

Financial aid

Career planning

Application strategies

Preparing for life after high school

Is my information kept confidential?

Yes. Student and family information is treated with professionalism and confidentiality.