Why should we hire a consultant?

With finite resources in schools, a private educational counselor allows greater opportunity for your student to succeed. A private consultant helps you and your family get the most out of this process, providing you with a go-to advocate and guide through this journey. I encourage a high level of engagement, lots of questions, and commitment to success and growth. A private consultant is someone who can dedicate resources, expertise, and time you may not have. I provide valuable counseling for students and families, helping each of my students realize their potential during the college admissions process and beyond.

See this article (written by a family) that details the help and support a college consultant provides.

Okay, I’m in - but why Rooted College Planning?

Rooted College Planning expands upon the foundational blocks built from family, academics, and self-discovery. With a unique niche in family dynamics and the parent/child relationship, owner and consultant Carly Gieszl is committed to finding college options for each student’s best fit.

Knowing what goes into the college admissions process, she brings her blend of experiences to provide specialized perspectives and plans that integrate organizational skills, self-care and stress management, and healthy relationships. As a private educational counselor, she provides support and expertise specific to each student and family, from freshman year all the way through high school graduation.

Rooted College Planning is here to help you get organized, stay relaxed through the process, and be each student’s second-biggest cheerleader, all while crossing things off the checklist. Rooted offers customized plans and packages for all stages of the college admissions process. Choose one session, or a two year package - Rooted will work with your budget and your timeline to ensure your student is successful.

Take a look at this article, which details what you should look for when hiring an educational consultant.

What does this all include?

I offer one comprehensive college planning package, with the option to add on an early high school planning package if you want to start prior to the summer before junior year. You can learn more about my services here.

How do we “meet” if I don’t live where you live?

The great thing about technology is that it allows me to meet “face-to-face” with all of my clients! I use Zoom with 100% of my students and their families, and work with students all over the country. I do ask that your student remains engaged throughout our meetings and that we schedule our check-ins ahead of time so as to make the most of our time.

What should we expect?

Great question! You should expect a fun, comprehensive, and eye-opening experience. An experience where your child learns more about themselves in an innovative way, while also finding their true educational path. Expect to have the stress taken off your plate and watch the process of applying to schools become exciting for your student. This experience is unique and happens once in your child's lifetime, requiring you and your child to enter into it with an open mind and open heart. It takes time, commitment, and hard work - but will be worth it, and both students and parents will be so proud.

Is this worth our family’s money?

I can't answer for your family, but what I can say is that this is a small investment into your child's future. Investing in this process now will save you money down the road. Finding the right college fit will help avoid begrudgingly going through the transfer process. Also, many students think they need to apply to too many colleges. This is where I come in - saving you not only money with application fees, but also your time!

Does this save my family time?

Yes! I’m here to help you coordinate all things college. I love this overwhelming, uncertain time - and I love having the chance to help others with it. My goal is to help eliminate any unnecessary stress from you and your student. By allowing me to help you through this process, you’ll save time and dispel frustration, providing you with the opportunity to concentrate on your family.

What are we waiting for? Sign me up!

Yay! I’m ecstatic to begin working with your family. We’ll start with a free consultation to make sure we’re a great fit, talk about options, and move forward from there. You can sign up for your free consultation here.