We’re closing the college admissions guidance gap.
 

Gain the competitive edge in college admissions

 
 
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WHAT IS AKALA?

AKALA is an affordable AI-enabled College Admissions and Career Counseling platform that helps students navigate the complicated journey to college and career through its blended model of technology + one-on-one mentoring.

 

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WHAT WE DO

  • Our expert counselors tailor your pathway to fit your individual strengths, needs and goals.

  • From as early as 7th grade we guide your course selection, extracurriculars, community service, and summer experience.

  • We help you build a profile that will make you competitive at your dream schools.

  • The result is a personalized pathway for each student to land at the perfect-fit college or other post-high school journey.

  • We guide your course selection, ensuring that you can effectively prepare and position yourself to get into your dream schools. Course selection, often overlooked, is a critical piece of the process. We will ensure it positively impacts your application.

  • Exposure to activities outside of the classroom will broaden your horizons and enhance your college application.

  • Discover ways to help your community and simultaneously stand out on your college application.

  • We will guide your choice of tests to take that match your personal strengths

  • Learn about the many career paths you can take that fit your interests and passions. Expand your mind and your possibilities.

  • Writing a college application and crafting the perfect essay can be quite challenging for many students. Our expert advisors are here to provide you with valuable guidance and support on how to effectively write a standout application and a compelling essay that showcases your unique qualities.

  • Find hundreds of scholarships that are available to you, helping to significantly reduce the high cost of attending college for your family and making college and pathways more accessible!

 

 

PARENT TESTIMONIALS

 
 
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Priya, New Jersey

I had referred your name to many of my  friends in the last two years, their kids have done well with your guidance. Your name came up in conversations yesterday and everybody was so thankful and  complimentary. Just wanted to let you know the impact you are having in our kids' lives. Our son is doing well at Yale and fondly remembers you. I will reach out to you soon for my daughter as she is inching towards her college process.

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Dennis, New Jersey

I am so grateful for the experience my family had working with AKALA. My son is the first of four to go to college, so the application process was in many ways overwhelming. We started with AKALA when our son was in 9th grade. With their guidance we felt he had maximized his profile with activities and service opportunities as well as academics. The personal care and support we received from AKALA was always specific, helpful and compassionate

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G.C., New York

The personal assistance we found at AKALA allowed us to really become knowledgeable about the colleges our son was considering, while also providing the practical information we needed to make important decisions as a family. We could not have been more thankful to have received a financial package at Princeton University that made attending his dream school possible. My husband and I were immensely relieved to have had the support that we received from AKALA.

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

 
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AS, Brandeis

Words can't begin to describe my gratitude for all of your help throughout the  entire college application process. I wouldn't have been able to get into my  dream school, Brandeis University, without you.

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Sahar, LA

As a first-generation college student, navigating the university application process was initially  a daunting and unfamiliar challenge. Thanks to their support, I have received multiple First-Generation scholarships and research  grants and have been awarded leadership roles and writing accolades. 

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Paula, California

As a first-generation college student, navigating the college process was scary. AKALA helped guide me to USC where I am now pursuing medical school. From scholarships to my complete application, the team at AKALA helped me every step of the way. Beyond academia, AKALA enabled me to spearhead numerous community projects during high school. The AKALA team’s unwavering support was instrumental to my success.

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Amazing schools AKALA students attend!

 

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Find out your chances of getting into your dream school!

 

CHANCE ME

ChanceMe is our free tool that reveals how your current student profile matches up against the competition to get into a specific college. Tell us about your classes, extracurriculars, community service, summer experience, and test scores.

ChanceMe will provide valuable insight into your chances of getting into the selected school of your choice, and areas you need to work on!

 The Team

Our team is made up of experts in education and leaders in business philanthropy. The combination of diverse perspectives and deep domain expertise will allow us to scale high quality college admissions guidance to students regardless of demographics and ability to pay.

 

Click on photos for more about each AKALA team member

 
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