Question 1

What is STAMZ – School Consulting?

Accepted Answer

STAMZ provides personalized consulting services to high schools and individual students, focusing on college counseling, TCK/CCK support, and enhancing school counseling departments. We aim to help schools and students thrive in the college admissions journey.

Question 2

How is STAMZ different from a high school's in-house counseling department?

Accepted Answer

While school counselors are invaluable, STAMZ offers a specialized, objective, and deeply personalized level of support. We can dedicate more time to individual students, provide out-of-the-box solutions for unique school challenges, and offer expertise in niche areas like TCK/CCK transitions and recommendation writing, and building the college list. We work with your existing school counselor team, not instead of them.

Question 3

Do you offer in-person or virtual consultations?

Accepted Answer

We offer both! Our services are designed to be flexible and accessible, accommodating your needs whether you're local or international.

Question 4

What is your approach to confidentiality?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining trust and confidentiality is paramount. All information shared with STAMZ is held in strict confidence, adhering to professional ethical guidelines.

Question 5

When should students start working with a college counselor?

Accepted Answer

It's never too early to start thinking about your college journey! We often begin working with students in 9th or 10th grade to help with course selection, extracurricular planning, and building a strong foundation. However, starting in grade 11, our approach is more hands-on and time intensive to provide the support and guidance you need.

Question 6

Can you help students choose the "right" colleges?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We'll work together to understand academic interests, career aspirations, personal preferences, and what kind of campus environment would be the best fit. We'll help research and build a balanced college list.

Question 7

I'm not sure what to write about for my college essays. Can you help me brainstorm ideas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, essay writing is a key part of our support. We'll guide you through brainstorming, outlining, and refining your essays to ensure they truly reflect your unique voice and experiences.

Question 8

Do you help with financial aid and scholarship applications?

Accepted Answer

While we don't directly handle financial aid forms, we can provide guidance on understanding the process, identifying potential scholarships, and connecting you with resources to help you and your family navigate the financial aspects of college.

Question 9

What's involved in the college application process, and how will you guide me through it?

Accepted Answer

The college application process can seem daunting, but we break it down into manageable steps. We'll guide you through everything from creating a timeline and managing deadlines to completing applications, preparing for interviews, and understanding admissions decisions.

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