Expert Admissions Strategy for the Modern Student
Navigating elite college admissions doesn’t have to be a mystery. I provide the “inside-the-room” roadmap your family needs to turn high-stress transitions into a clear path for success.
Free Resource: The 11th & 12th Grade Admissions
Download the exact timeline Kimberly uses to help students secure seats at top-tier colleges.
Selecting a college is an important decision
With over 24 years of experience in college admissions and higher education, I help students and families navigate the college admissions and financial aid process with clarity and confidence. As a fully virtual, independent educational consultant, I work one-on-one with students across the U.S., offering personalized guidance and genuine advocacy every step of the way.
Kimberly Johnson
Kimberly A. Johnson, Founder Carrington Services LLC
Our Services Package
Early College Knowledge
Strategic Foundation for Sophomores
$850
one time
The Core Services:
- Kickstart Workshops: Access to exclusive parent workshops on financial aid and college affordability (a $150 value)
- Three Strategic Meetings: 4.5 hours of dedicated 1-on-1 time to set the foundation.
- Academic Review: Professional record review and strategic goal setting for the coming years.
- Course & Testing Plan: Recommendations for course selection and a standardized test timeline.
- Extracurricular Guidance: Strategic advice on summer activities and high-impact extracurriculars.
- Unlimited Support: Full email access through June 15th of the student's sophomore year.
Signature College Planning
Junior and Senior Year Partnership
$6000+
one time
The Core Services:
- Initial Kickoff: Two-meeting sequence with both students and parents to set clear goals.
- Academic & Interest Audit: Review of transcripts, assessments, and career/major interests.
- Three-Stage List Development: Hand-selection of "Best Fit" colleges based on your criteria.
- Complete Application Support: Step-by-step management for up to 2 platforms (like the Common App).
- Essay Mastery: Topic development and editing for 8 to 12 applications.
- Unlimited Support: Full email access and approximately 25 hours of private meeting time.
- Financial Aid Advocacy: Expert guidance on affordability, FAFSA, and merit aid.
Targeted College Planning
Strategy for Rising Seniors or 11th Graders
$3000
one time
The Core Services:
- Focused 10-Hour Timeline: A condensed version of our comprehensive process delivered over 6–7 strategic meetings.
- Knowledge Components: Access to Kimberly’s full strategy for academic and extracurricular auditing.
- Application & Essay Support: Targeted help with the application process based on current availability.
- Unlimited Support: Full email access through May 15th of the student's senior year.
- Core List Development: Review of college choices to ensure academic and financial fit.
- Financial Aid Overview: Initial guidance on affordability and merit aid opportunities.
What Client Say Testimonials
Here’s a glimpse into how we’ve helped our clients succeed.
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Working with Kimberly transformed our college application experience. Her support made all the difference!
Sarah J.
Client
The one-on-one attention and personalized plan gave my child the confidence they needed during applications.
Emily R.
Client
The advice from Kimberly was spot on. We couldn’t have navigated this process without her.
John T.
Client
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Flexible Planning on Your Terms
Not every family needs a full two-year partnership. Explore our on-demand consulting and standalone roadmap options designed to give you professional results with maximum flexibility. ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
$ 1500
Full Roadmaps
Goal: A complete plan from start to finish.
What you get:
A custom list of 10–12 college matches.
A career test to find the best major for your student.
One-on-one meetings to review the plan together.
$ 350/hr
Hourly Consulting
Goal: Expert help exactly when you need it.
What you get:
Help with brainstorming and editing essays.
Practice for college interviews.
Quick answers for any part of the application.
Start Your Journey to Educational Success Today
Your child’s journey deserves an advocate. Every student needs a bridge between their hard work and their biggest goals. Whether you need a comprehensive plan or strategic guidance, I’m here to demystify the process and champion your student’s success. Let’s start building their brighter future today.