Will my child work with the same counselor during the entire process?

June 3, 2025

All students will have a primary college counselor as well as a team of professionals available to support them. The Oriel Admissions team includes SAT and ACT tutors, academic tutors, career coaches, project mentors, and writing coaches who will work with students to build a holistic set of skills. Oriel Admissions goes above and beyond to ensure that each student is paired with a college counselor who aligns with their unique needs. If a student ever feels the need for a different fit, the team is committed to facilitating a seamless transition to another counselor. The same is applicable for the other members of the Oriel Admissions team.

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