COLLEGE
admissions guidance from
a 15-year university advisor
HOW WE CAN HELP
school selection
timeline planning
application strategy
essay coaching
interview prep
15 min
jake stresen-reuter, MA
15+ years Advising Students and Families
Graduate Degrees from
University of Florida and Florida Gulf Coast University
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TESTIMONiaLS
BRIN ROBINSON
UNIVERSITY OF TAMPA GRADUATE
"Jake took the time to truly get to know me on a personal level and thoughtfully guided me.
I knew he was genuinely invested in helping me succeed."
Sarah Wiesehan
Lead Academic advisor
galen college of nursing
“Jake has shown an extremely high level of critical thinking, resourcefulness, and creative problem-solving. His student support skills are top-notch, and he is highly skilled at building rapport with students.”
OLIVIA DREZEK
UNIVERSITY OF TAMPA GRADUATE
"He took the time to really listen and guide me. I am so grateful for his mentorship, and I owe so much of my growth and direction to his support."
who WE can help
We work with anyone ready to take their
next academic step, including:
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High school students exploring college (including, but not limited to):
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​First-generation college students
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Students pursuing professional degrees like nursing, pre-health, and pre-law
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Student-athletes balancing recruitment and applications
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Parents looking to better advocate for their child​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Adults and professionals returning to school or making a career change​
Get to KNOW your
college admissions counselor
Jake Stresen-Reuter
Ready to find your dream school?
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With over 15 years of experience advising students in higher education — from first-year and pre-professional students to those navigating competitive nursing programs — I know what it takes to help students find where they truly belong.
Holding graduate degrees from the University of Florida and Florida Gulf Coast University, I bring both academic expertise and genuine enthusiasm for guiding students through one of life’s most exciting milestones. Let’s start by exploring your options and when you’re ready we can build you a standout application.
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I’ll walk alongside you every step of the way — so you can step boldly into your dream school and the future you’ve worked so hard for.
pricing
strategy session - $250
For families who want expert direction but will do the work themselves.
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Pre-call questionnaire plus a review of the student’s transcript and test scores
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One 90-minute meeting with the student and parent
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Written action plan delivered within three days
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One follow-up email for questions
school list/timeline - $1,500
For families who need a plan and
a smart school list.
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Four meetings (about 5 hours total)
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Interest and fit assessment
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Balanced list of 8–12 schools, sorted into reach, match, likely
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Testing and deadline calendar through senior year
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Campus visit plan, with the travel add-on offered
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Cost-fit overview using each school’s net price calculator
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Email support for three months
application partner - $4,000
For families who want a guide from
first list to final decision.
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Everything in Tier 2
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Up to 10 meetings
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Main personal essay, from brainstorm to final, with up to four rounds of feedback
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Supplemental essays for up to 8 schools
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Activities list and full application review before each submission
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Two mock interviews
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Spring review comparing admission and financial aid offers
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Email and text support through May 1
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Payable in installments
Add-ons (for any tier)
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Extra school’s supplemental essays - $150
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Additional meeting - $200
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Mock interview - $150
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Campus visit trip planning - $300