Read what students and their parents had to say about working with Susan.

"She showed me that it doesn't take a gold medal or a trophy to get into college; it takes courage, maturity, and, most importantly, direction. Susan steered me on a new and improved course of action, a course that has led me to my newfound calling in life."

- A.M., Boston University

"When we came to Susan, I was skeptical that my teenage son would listen to anyone. But Susan has a real gift – an affinity – for interacting with this age group. She "gets" them, and he immediately appreciated her insight and humor, as well as her excellent tools that helped him get organized. While working with her, privately, in her office, my son Alex started getting motivated and focused – and the process just flowed!  As it did, he felt more and more secure and in control. With Susan's patient guidance, he decided to apply early to the School of Communication at Northwestern University, and was accepted.

Susan Samson provides the equivalent of Staples' Easy Button in navigating the difficult and complicated College Admissions process. I never thought I'd say this, but with her, that was easy!"

- Parent of A.S., Northwestern University

"I have truly enjoyed getting to know you over the past year. You are a wonderful person and definitely have a gift for making people feel at ease and welcome. I cannot thank you enough for all of your support.

P.S. I never thought that working on college apps could be so entertaining."

- K.S., Duke University

"Susan is extremely organized, knowledgeable, and motivating. She consistently went above and beyond what was needed and expected in her role as college consultant. Though it basically comes down to the student's credentials and performance, she made the process a pleasure and relatively stress-free."

- Parent of E.M., Harvard University (Single Early Action)

"Thanks for everything, past and future, you made a significant difference in [my son's] life."

- Parent of M.H., New York University

"My family and I are so thankful for your help. We agree that your counseling and writing skills are top quality."

- D.M., University of Florida (Early Decision)

"Susan has the skill to understand and know her student. This is a key in selecting the right schools for the student. My daughter had a list of 17 schools. It was overwhelming. Susan worked with her to key in on what was important to [my daughter] in a college and her career choices. She was then able to zero in on the right schools for [my daughter]. Her goal and mine was to ensure [my daughter] has a successful college experience.

Susan understands the process of getting your child to address the issues at hand and stay on task. I am not sure what magic she works but she outlined what was necessary and [my daughter] did it. No procrastination involved. Susan will spend as much time as needed to make sure each phase is properly completed. There are work sheets for example to do. They serve a purpose and make the process a success. The essay is so important. It must have your child's voice. It is what will distinguish them from other candidates. Susan is an expert at guiding them to find their voice and use it.

The essay was a standout! She in fact guided [my daughter] to such a fantastic application that she has been accepted thus far at two schools, each with very very good academic scholarships. She is waiting to hear from three more schools. I have no doubt she will be accepted.

Most importantly is her dedication to the student. Her goal is to help them be successful. She truly works to this end. You could not have a better person in your corner.

Summary: I would not or could not have done this without Susan. [My daughter] feels the same way."

- Parent of A.H., University of Miami; Singer Scholarship Recipient

"You have guided me through one of the most trying times in a person’s life. While at the same time teaching me to grow and strengthen as a person. Without you I would have been utterly lost. Now, not only am I prepared for the next years of my life, but I am also a more confident and responsible woman.

…So I will let Marcel Proust’s words speak for me; you really made my soul blossom."

- S.P., Williams College

"You are making a huge difference in the lives of our family members."

- Parent of J.H., University of Michigan

"For [my son] you were a counselor, resource, advocate, motivator, confidence booster, gentle reminder and friend. For [my husband] and I, you were all of that and one of the main reasons that the process stayed on a positive course, preserving the wonderful relationship we have with [my son]."

- Parent of D.T., Vanderbilt University

"…But more importantly, you helped me to understand myself more than I ever have."

- E.M., Harvard University