Pave the Way College Advising — Local services in San Rafael

As a first-generation college student, navigating the college application process was incredibly overwhelming. Without external support or resources, I often felt lost. However, Katheryn changed everything. From the very beginning, she went above and beyond to ensure I had every piece of information I needed. She kept everything super organized and on track, sending timely reminders and using online tools to make sure I never missed a deadline. What really stood out was how available she always was—whether I had a quick question or needed a full-on meeting, she made it clear that I could reach out anytime. She never made me feel like I was bothering her, which made a huge difference. Beyond just helping with applications, she was also a huge emotional support. Every time I felt discouraged or unmotivated, she knew exactly what to say to keep me going. She truly believed in me, and that pushed me to believe in myself too. Even after the college application season has ended, Katheryn continues to make herself available, proving that her commitment to her students extends far beyond just submitting applications. No matter where I end up, I’ll always be grateful for everything she’s done for me. I can't recommend her enough—not just as a college consultant, but as someone who...

Pave the Way is the keystone to my transfer success, helping me most effectively reflect my hard work and dedication in my college applications. Without the services I received (which included weekly meetings, countless reviews of my personal statement/PIQs, and a comprehensive analysis of how I could best present myself), I would have been almost completely lost in the application processes. As a California Community College transfer student, I didn't have the support many first-year applicants might have and needed serious hands-on support to ace my applications.

I have recommended Pave the Way to many of my peers and could not more highly recommend these services.

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Absolutely such a help! I’m an only child and the first person in my family to head off to college and I really needed the support. I had no idea how to fill out the applications or when the deadlines were for each school. Keeping track of everything was my biggest worry. Katheryn was able to make it organized and spaced out so it didn’t feel feel overwhelming at all. With her help, I was able to apply to many universities before the deadline, work ahead on financial aid, and have time to apply to scholarships. She was extremely helpful with my supplemental essays in a way that was not overbearing. I could not have had a better person to guide me through the college...