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Private counselors charge $3,000-$10,000. Get your AI-generated college list free. Add expert review for $79. Ongoing counselor access for $49/month.

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Expert Review + Video

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What you'd get from a $5,000 counselor—list refinement and personalized strategy—for a fraction of the cost.

Private Counselor: $3,000-$10,000
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Everything in Free, plus:
Admissions expert reviews your list
Schools refined as needed
Personalized strategy video walkthrough
"Why this school / why not" explained
Refined final list emailed
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Counselor on Demand

Monthly subscription
$49/month

Ongoing access to a college counselor. A fraction of what private counseling costs.

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24-hour response guarantee
Application strategy support
Essay topic brainstorming
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Add Counselor on Demand to any plan and choose yearly billing to lock in $29/month instead of the regular $49/month. That's 40% off for life!

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Monthly billing: $49 first month, then $29/month ongoing
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Real Results

What Parents Are Saying

Hear from families who've used each tier of AdmitMatch

Free AI List Users

"I was skeptical about a free tool, but the AI asked really thoughtful questions about my daughter's interests. The list included schools we hadn't considered—one of them is now her top choice!"

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Michelle K.

Parent of HS Junior, California

"Great starting point for free. It gave us a solid foundation to work from. We eventually upgraded to Expert Review, but even the free list alone was more helpful than generic college ranking sites."

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David P.

Parent of HS Senior, Texas

Expert Review Customers

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"The video walkthrough was worth every penny. The counselor explained exactly why each school was on the list and pointed out two schools that were actually poor fits for my son's major. That insight alone saved us application fees and time."

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Jennifer R.

Parent of HS Senior, New York

"We couldn't afford a $5,000 private counselor, but $79 for expert review? That was doable. The counselor added three 'hidden gem' schools we'd never heard of. My daughter got into two of them with merit scholarships!"

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Robert T.

Parent of HS Senior, Ohio

Counselor on Demand Subscribers

"Having someone to ask questions throughout the entire process was invaluable. Every time I panicked about a deadline or had a question about financial aid, I got a thoughtful response within hours. It felt like having a counselor on speed dial."

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Sarah L.

Parent of HS Senior, Florida

"I subscribed for 4 months during application season. The counselor helped us navigate FAFSA, CSS Profile, and even gave feedback on essay topics. At $49/month, it was a fraction of what friends paid for private counseling—and I felt just as supported."

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Angela M.

Parent of HS Senior, Georgia

What You Get

Your Personalized College List

Four categories of schools, each backed by real admissions data. Not generic rankings—schools matched to your profile.

Reach Schools

Ambitious but realistic. Your profile is competitive at these schools, but admission is selective. Worth applying—you have a real shot.

Target Schools

Your sweet spot. Your profile aligns well with typical admitted students. Strong likelihood of acceptance—these should be your focus.

Safety Schools

Your foundation. Admission is highly likely based on your profile. These give you peace of mind while you aim higher.

DISCOVERY

Hidden Gem Match

Schools you might not have considered. We identify matches based on your full profile—sometimes we see opportunities you don't.

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What's Included

Free

$0 forever
  • AI conversation interview
  • Reach-Target-Safety list
  • Hidden Gem matches

Expert Review

$79 one-time
  • Everything in Free, plus:
  • Admissions expert review
  • Personalized strategy video
  • School strategy

Counselor Access

$49/month
  • AI conversation interview
  • Reach-Target-Safety list
  • Hidden Gem matches
  • Unlimited Q&A access
  • 24-hour response guarantee
  • Financial aid guidance
Decision Helper

Which Plan Is Right for Me?

Find the best fit based on your situation

Choose Free AI List if you...

  • Want a quick starting point without any commitment
  • Are early in the process (sophomore or junior year) and just exploring
  • Have a school counselor who can help refine the list later
  • Want to test the tool before deciding on upgrades
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Choose Expert Review if you...

  • Want professional validation of your college list before applying
  • Are a junior or senior ready to finalize your application list
  • Can't afford a private counselor but want expert guidance
  • Want to understand the "why" behind each school recommendation

Choose Counselor on Demand if you...

  • Have ongoing questions throughout the application process
  • Need help with financial aid, FAFSA, or CSS Profile
  • Want essay topic brainstorming and application strategy support
  • Prefer having a counselor "on call" during stressful application season

Choose the Bundle if you...

  • Want the best of both worlds: expert list review AND ongoing support
  • Are entering senior year and need comprehensive guidance
  • Want to save $10 by purchasing both services together
  • This is your first child going through college admissions
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FAQ

Common Questions

Is the free list really free?

Yes, 100% free with no credit card required. You get a complete college list through a natural conversation. The free list is a solid starting point based on real data—upgrades are optional if you want expert refinement.

What's included in the Expert Review?

A real admissions expert reviews your college list, makes adjustments (adding or removing schools as needed), and creates a personalized video explaining the strategy behind each recommendation. You'll receive the refined list and video within 48 hours.

How does Counselor on Demand work?

Counselor on Demand gives you unlimited access to ask questions to an experienced college counselor via our messaging system. You'll get responses within 24 hours on topics like financial aid, application strategy, essay brainstorming, deadlines, and more. It's perfect for parents who need ongoing guidance throughout the college process. The service is $49/month with no contract, and special bundle pricing is available.

Is this a guarantee of admission?

No. AdmitMatch provides data-driven guidance based on historical outcomes. Final admissions decisions are made by colleges, not by our software. We help you build a smart, balanced list—but we can't guarantee any specific outcome.

How is this different from a private counselor?

Private counselors charge $3,000-$10,000 and provide comprehensive, ongoing support. AdmitMatch gives you the core value—a data-backed college list and expert review—for a fraction of the cost. If you need ongoing support, our Counselor on Demand option provides that for $49/month instead of thousands upfront.

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