FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ll receive a variety of practical materials, including a customized admissions plan, a curated college list, recommendations for extracurricular activities by major, essay draft feedback, and monthly progress reports. These resources help you track your preparation in an organized way and move seamlessly to the next step.
With your dedicated counselor, you’ll identify and structure internships and research projects. Harvest Academy guarantees placement in internships with U.S.-based companies and publication of research papers with credible institutions. Beyond these, we create a detailed roadmap for other extracurriculars to help you build a highly competitive application.
Your program covers major exploration, college list development, essay topic planning, strategy and guidance for extracurriculars (including guaranteed internships and research publication), AP/Honors course planning, SAT/AP testing strategy, comprehensive essay editing, application preparation, feedback after each meeting, and monthly progress reports. Unlike standard informational services, our approach is designed to deliver measurable results.
Yes. Our Application Bootcamp Program offers an intensive plan that includes 12 one-on-one meetings with a counselor.Through weekly meetings and real-time feedback, you’ll complete your essays, finalize your activities, and prepare all application materials efficiently.
You’ll receive a detailed monthly progress report shared with both students and parents. This report summarizes meeting discussions, your current progress, upcoming plans, and outstanding assignments. You can also reach your advisor any time by phone, email, or messenger for additional questions.
We typically recommend focused SAT preparation in 10th–11th grade. AP courses are usually taken during 11th–12th grade, depending on your strengths and target schools. Your counselor will help you design a clear timeline, course plan, and study strategy.
We don’t offer direct tutoring or grade management. However, your counselor will advise you on which AP or Honors courses to take, when to schedule standardized exams, and how to structure your coursework to align with your college goals. You’ll also receive preparation tips and strategic recommendations for each stage.
All sessions are held online. Backed by 15+ years of expertise and advisors with Ivy League admissions experience, we provide tailored 1:1 guidance. Meetings are scheduled monthly, but during the application season or for Application Boothcamp students, weekly sessions are available. You can always contact your counselor via phone, email, or messenger for additional support.
Our consultants are former Ivy League admissions officers and graduates of top U.S. universities with extensive experience guiding applicants. Each student is matched 1:1 with a consultant whose background aligns with their target schools and academic interests, ensuring expert, actionable guidance.
Not at all. U.S. college admissions look far beyond grades—they assess the consistency, depth, and relevance of your activities over time. Beginning in 9th grade gives you a strategic advantage to use your four years of high school intentionally and build a strong, cohesive profile.