The secret to standing out in college admissions? It’s YOU.
Every year, thousands of high-achieving high schools students with perfect GPAs and sky-high test scores get rejected from top colleges. Why? Because they blend in.
Admissions officers aren’t just looking for students who check all the boxes. They want to see real people with unique stories, passions, and experiences. They want YOU to shine through the application.
The problem? Most students don’t know how to showcase that individuality. Instead, they follow generic advice from the internet, churn out a list of cookie-cutter extracurriculars, and hope for the best.
That’s where Parallel comes in.
Meet the mentorship you wish you had
At Parallel, we do things differently. We pair your student with a highly vetted mentor from a top university (Stanford, UPenn, Berkeley, Brown, Cornell, Dartmouth, and more). Someone who’s recently gone through the same experiences and is an example of how to succeed.
Our mentors aren’t just academically successful. They’re individuals who have carved their own paths and built the kind of unique experiences that make an application impossible to ignore. They’ll meet 1:1 with your child to craft a personalized roadmap to develop what makes them special.
Parallel isn’t college prep. It’s personal growth.
We get it. College admissions is top of mind. And yes, we can help with that. But our focus is bigger than just applications. It’s about shaping who your child is becoming, not just checking the right boxes. That’s why our mentorship goes beyond college prep:
Uncover your teen’s true passions (not just what looks good on a resume)
Find and pursue meaningful experiences that align with their strengths and interests
Build the reps and confidence to embrace adversity
Learn to communicate effectively and build stronger relationships
Master critical life skills that will serve them long after college
This isn’t tutoring. It’s not generic college counseling. It’s real mentorship from someone who’s been there, done that, and knows what it takes to succeed. It’s someone who takes the time to really get to know your teen - not just their goals, but what makes them laugh, what excites them, and how they think. Because this process should be fun, and growth happens when you enjoy the journey.
Admissions favors individuals. We help your teen become one.
If you’re interested in giving your teen a real advantage in college admissions (and in life), schedule a free consultation call now.