GET THERE WITH UCOMPASS
Know-how and guidance to help you navigate college admissions
Applying to college is about telling your unique story and finding colleges where you can thrive.
To get there, you will need to complete many steps within multiple deadlines. With our one-on-one guidance, we will help you stay on top of your tasks and keep a balanced outlook.
Together, we will identify your interests, devise an action plan, find colleges that match your goals and prepare strong applications. We will support you each step of the way as you take charge of your college journey.
UCOMPASS SERVICES
What we do to help you succeed
GOAL SETTING
COLLEGE PLANNING
APPLICATION COACHING
Can I set goals that make sense for both my career and personal life?
Good question. That's why we begin by helping you identify your academic and personal goals via assessments and surveys.
You will gain new insights so you can concentrate on areas that play to your strengths and interests.
Together we will review your academic record, curriculum, extracurricular activities and summer enrichment plans to make sure each is geared toward your objectives.
The end result? A personalized action plan and timetable to stay on top of all the key milestones including testing, college research and application deadlines.
Where to go–is there a place not on my radar that I should consider?
For student and parents alike, it's not just about getting into college, but what the whole college experience will be like.
We aim to maximize your chances of admission to those colleges where you can succeed and be happy.
The key is to develop a thoughtfully researched and balanced list of colleges that match your academic goals, personal preferences and professional aspirations.
In this process, we will help you prepare for insightful college tours and meetings with college representatives.
How do I present myself in the best light?
The application is the one key tool you are in control of. It will help you stand out and cut-through.
We will help you craft an application that tells your story through its multiple pieces in a cohesive and impactful way.
This step includes brainstorming essay ideas and writing effective personal statements, supplemental essays and activity list.
We will discuss the pros and cons of making early versus regular decisions. Finally, we will coach you on how to obtain strong teacher recommendations and shine in your college interviews.
Our Comprehensive Package
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One-on-one coaching sessions helping you navigate college admission process.
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Developing a personalized action plan and timetable for key milestones
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Reviewing academic record, curriculum, extracurricular activities and summer enrichment plans
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Assessing interests and aptitudes to help identify potential majors and careers
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Developing testing strategy (test prep not included)
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Helping prepare college visit plans
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Analyzing your profile and preferences to develop a carefully researched and balanced list of colleges
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Providing guidance on college applications, including personal statements and supplemental essays
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Coaching on obtaining strong recommendation letters
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Helping prepare for college interviews
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Helping evaluate college acceptance offers
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Providing tips for a successful transition to college
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Access to a college search platform to research, organize and communicate throughout the process.
** Also offer services on a per hour basis **
UCOMPASS CONSULTANTS
ELIZETE GROENENDAAL
Elizete is passionate about mentoring and coaching those around her. An avid learner, Elizete holds BA/MBA degrees from Lafayette College and UC Berkeley and certificates from Harvard and NYU. She completed her certificate in College Counseling at UCLA while working with international students applying to US/UK universities.
Originally from Puerto Rico, she has lived in San Juan, São Paulo, Miami, London and currently lives in New York City. Her family is multinational. Her husband is half French-half Dutch, and her children are American, French and Brazilian.
Elizete successfully coaches students into programs where they thrive and graduate. She works closely with the student in devising a college lists with strong fit and guiding the student through the application process including essay writing. She also coaches first generation students and runs orientations on admissions and financial aid at a few non-profit community programs in New York.
Prior to becoming a college consultant, Elizete’s career spanned from marketing packaged goods for multinational companies in Latin America to a microfinance NGO providing loans and financial literacy to entrepreneurs in the US. All of which provides lifelong lessons to share with her students as they embark on the most exciting time of their lives.
Elizete speaks Spanish, English and Portuguese and is an avid reader, world traveler and tennis player.
UCOMPASS REVIEWS & RESULTS
What parents and students say about our services
Eli helped me not only along the whole college process, but my mindset as well. When the months of January and February came around, I was surprisingly very calm. I felt so confident and had such a good mindset that I was unbothered, in fact, I was excited! Her commitment and dedication to myself and my family was unbelievable. I always felt like I was heard and seen as an individual. I would not be attending my dream school next year if it weren’t for Eli and her team. They work unbelievably hard and I feel so thankful to have worked with them.
Student
Eli is extremely knowledgeable about the college application process and I highly recommend her services. She helped my daughter organize her applications to not only highlight academic strengths, but also emphasize talents and non-academic achievements that ultimately made the difference. Her expertise and insight reduced my daughter’s anxiety and ultimately helped her get into the school of her choice.
Parent
Elizete is a wonderful and effective college consultant that helped my two kids get into great schools that fitted them well. Elizete was nurturing while being systematic in her guidance. My kids enjoyed their last year in high school while remaining focused to meet the deadlines.Her advice went beyond just grades and college applications, to include discovery, learning and becoming.
Parent
Elizete helped me showcase all my activities in a cohesive and thoughtful way and gave me great specific feedback on of all my essays. Elizete’s positive and kind attitude encouraged me. I can’t thank her enough for all her guidance and support to get me where I am today. Any student would be lucky to have Elizete by their side through the college application process.
Student
Contact UCOMPASS for a Consultation!
Let us help you find your way to college. Contact us today to learn how our consultants can help you in your college journey.
We look forward to speaking with you!
New York, NY
+1-305-788-8478