The College Admissions Challenge. Solved.

With over 25 years of college admissions experience, Eva Scalzo works directly with your student to achieve their college recruiting and admissions goals. As a Yale alumna, former NCAA D1 athlete, and Yale Admissions Committee veteran, she brings a unique insider's perspective to the process. Beyond her personal guidance, your student also has access to her expert team of educators and mentors to build a strong college profile and set them up for lifelong success.

99% TOP COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE

College ADMISSIONS EXPERT

PATENTED INTERVIEW PROGRAM™

7X higher ADMISSION CHANCES

NCAA RECRUITING expert

25+ YEARS ELITE GUIDANCE

99% TOP COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE

College ADMISSIONS EXPERT

PATENTED INTERVIEW PROGRAM™

7X higher ADMISSION CHANCES

NCAA RECRUITING expert

25+ YEARS ELITE GUIDANCE

Comprehensive Admissions Services

Guiding You From Freshman Year Through Final Acceptance.

Navigating college admissions is simpler with the right support. Our integrated college counseling programs provide year-round, expert guidance, creating a clear, strategic pathway for you to secure acceptance into your perfect fit college and reach your NCAA aspirations.

Comprehensive College Counseling

Our Comprehensive Yearly Planning offers continuous strategic guidance from 8th grade through Senior year. This holistic program ensures comprehensive support leading to top university acceptance.

  • Academic & Extracurricular Strategy: Expert planning for course selection and impactful development.
  • Test Prep Timelines: Timelines for PSAT/ACT/SAT and balanced college list curation.
  • College & NCAA Navigation: Guidance on NCAA recruitment rules and full application and essay writing services.
  • Holistic Profile Building: Develops a compelling profile for top university acceptance.

SAT or ACT Prep

Optimize your college entrance exam scores with personalized, expert preparation. This service provides a customized plan and one-on-one tutoring with top instructors to significantly boost performance on the SAT or ACT.

  • Personalized Study Plans: Tailored to your strengths and weaknesses.
  • Expert One-on-One Tutoring: Receive direct, personalized guidance from top-tier instructors skilled in SAT/ACT strategies for all sections of the exam.
  • Practice Portal Access: Wide range of practice questions and full-length exams.
  • Diagnostic Assessment: Pinpoints areas for targeted improvement.

AP Exam Prep

Maximize your AP Exam scores for optimal college admissions and valuable credit savings. This service offers customized plans and one-on-one tutoring with top tutors, designed to increase scores by a full point on AP Exams.

  • Tailored Learning Approach: Customized study plans designed to address individual academic strengths and weaknesses across all major AP Exams.
  • Personalized Tutoring: One-on-one guidance from subject matter experts.
  • Extensive Practice Resources: Access to Launch's Practice Portal, offering a wide range of practice questions and full-length exams for comprehensive preparation.
  • Strategic Support: Guidance to earn valuable college credit.

Mentored Research

Conduct university-level research under expert guidance to elevate your academic profile. This prestigious program develops critical skills and culminates in a publication.

  • One-on-One Expert Mentorship: Work individually with PhD fellows or post-doc researchers from top-tier universities, guiding you through every step of the research process.
  • Independent Project Development: From concept to execution, develop and conduct your own unique research project across STEM, Humanities, or Social Sciences.
  • Comprehensive Support: Guidance for journal publication.
  • Unique Differentiator: Gain a competitive edge for university applications.

Internships

Gain invaluable real-world experience and build a compelling resume through immersive startup and company internship programs. Work directly with top founders and companies on tangible projects, showcasing practical skills and commitment for elite admissions.

  • Real-World Projects: Contribute to tangible projects with top companies.
  • Professional Network Development: Build connections with leaders from venture-backed firms and talent from leading universities like Harvard Business School and Y Combinator.
  • 8-Week Immersion: Engage in an intensive startup experience.
  • Recommendation Letter: Receive a valuable letter of recognition.

Academic Success Coaching

Optimize study habits, time management, and learning strategies with our Academic Success Coaching. This service builds lasting confidence and consistent academic excellence.

  • Optimized Study Habits: Master effective study techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Time Management Skills: Develop strategies for efficient scheduling and productivity.
  • Learning Strategies: Acquire advanced, proven approaches to information processing and retention that optimize your student's learning efficiency and academic performance.
  • Consistent Excellence: Achieve and maintain high academic performance.

Academic Tutoring

Receive personalized, subject-specific support tailored to your unique learning needs. Our expert tutors work one-on-one to strengthen your understanding, significantly improve grades, and solidify core academic foundations, ensuring success in even the most challenging coursework.

  • Targeted Subject Support: Get personalized help in specific academic subjects.
  • Grade Improvement: Strengthen understanding to see tangible improvements in grades.
  • Foundation Building: Solidify core academic foundations, ensuring a strong grasp of fundamental concepts essential for navigating more advanced and challenging coursework in the future.
  • Challenging Coursework: Receive support tailored to demanding academic challenges.

Community Service

Go beyond typical volunteering to identify meaningful service opportunities and develop truly impactful projects. This guidance helps students demonstrate authentic leadership, deep empathy, and a genuine, lasting contribution to their community, standing out for elite admissions.

  • Meaningful Opportunities: Discover and engage in impactful community service.
  • Leadership Development: Grow leadership skills through project involvement.
  • Demonstrate Empathy: Showcase genuine contribution and compassion.
  • Enhanced Profile: Strengthen your application with unique, service-oriented experiences.

Project Mentorship

Go beyond traditional applications by developing and executing significant personal projects under expert guidance. This unique program allows students to showcase their genuine initiative, deep passion, and truly unique talents, capturing the attention of highly selective admissions committees.

  • Expert Guidance: Receive personalized mentorship throughout your project.
  • Initiative & Passion: Showcase personal drive and unique interests.
  • Significant Projects: Develop and execute impactful, resume-worthy projects that reflect your unique interests and provide tangible proof of your skills and dedication to admissions committees.
  • Admissions Advantage: Stand out to highly selective admissions committees with unique accomplishments.

Your Future. Your Path. Your College Journey.

College counseling that takes you from SoCal to top colleges and beyond.

Your college journey should be exciting, not stressful. Eva Scalzo offers personalized guidance for every student, honoring your unique path to the perfect fit university. From comprehensive college admissions strategy to tailored application support, we make the process clear, low-stress, and genuinely fulfilling, guiding you to the college that's truly right for you.

Meet Eva Scalzo

Your Guide to the Perfect College Fit

Eva Scalzo is a personalized college admissions consultant dedicated to guiding high school students on their journey to their perfect fit university. She offers a unique and comprehensive approach that helps students discover their true passions and find a university that meets their personal and educational needs. The result is a low-stress experience for families and a clear path for students to successfully navigate the admissions process and begin their journey toward lifelong success.

Education and Athletic Career

Eva graduated Summa Cum Laude from Mater Dei High School, where she also served as Varsity Swim Team Captain and earned All-American and CIF Champion titles. She went on to graduate from Yale University as an NCAA Division 1 Swimmer, winning an Ivy League Championship. She also proudly represented her country as a member and Captain of the USA National Long Distance Swim Team.

Admissions and Professional Expertise

With over 16 years of experience as a college admissions advisor and founder of Eva Scalzo Advising, she brings an unmatched professional perspective. Eva also served as a Yale Admissions Interviewer for 15 years, where she was voted Most Outstanding Member. She holds the CCEP credential and is a proud member of both WACAC and NACAC.

Hear From Our Students and Families

Navigating the Journey, Together.

Your future is unique, and so is every journey we guide. We're proud to share just a few of the stories from our students and families who found their path, their confidence, and their perfect college fit. Their experiences are the best testament to the supportive and personalized approach we bring to every student.

“I just wanted to thank you for all your help and guidance these last few years! I am so happy that Kenna will be able to attend the college of her choice, and you had an integral part in that! Wow! Kaitlyn at NYU and Kenna at BU! You are amazing and truly appreciated.”

- Karol Dangaran, Parent to Kaitlyn, NYU, Class of 2021 and Kenna, BU, Class of 2023

“Eva Scalzo’s Advising program was absolutely incredible and helped me so much throughout all four years of high school. With Eva’s expert guidance, I was admitted to 14 top universities and earned up to $22,000 a year in various merit scholarships.”

- Sydney McKhann, University of San Diego, Class of 2025

"I'm thrilled...and I owe it all to you! Thank you for all your help and patience during this process. A lot of my friends were losing sleep and rushing to meet deadlines but you kept me organized and calm. I was worried about being waitlisted but I'm glad you encouraged me to take a deep breath and wait. "

- Katie Nehrir, Pepperdine University Class of 2027

“Eva, from the moment you came into my life eight (crazy!) years ago, I knew you would forever impact me for the better. I had no way of knowing, however, that you would mean so much to me. Thank you for taking on a role in my life that had a lot more to do with counseling me as a person than just guiding me through applications.”

- Konner Speth, UCLA, Class of 2022  

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Your Path to the Perfect College Fit Starts Here.

Whether you're just starting to explore or have specific questions about our services, reach out using the form below. We'll get back to you with personalized answers and zero pressure. To book a free consultation and get started, simply click the "Schedule a Consult" button below.

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