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Book Your Counselling Session

Reserve a dedicated time with a college counsellor to plan your applications and get personalised guidance.

About counsellor booking

Counsellor booking lets you reserve dedicated time with a college admissions counsellor. You see real-time availability, pick a session focus, and add any topics or materials you want covered.

After booking, you receive a confirmation and calendar invite. The session connects directly to your Counselling sessions record, so notes and action items stay organised alongside your Application tracker and Checklists.

What it does

  • View counsellor availability

    See open time slots for each counsellor and filter by date or session type.

  • Choose a session focus

    Select from options such as initial planning, university shortlisting, essay review, or interview preparation.

  • Add preparation notes

    Attach questions, draft essays, or a list of universities so the counsellor can prepare in advance.

  • Receive confirmation and calendar invite

    Get an instant booking confirmation with a link to join the video session and an automatic calendar entry.

  • Reschedule or cancel

    Change the time or cancel the session up to the cut-off period, with automatic notifications.

  • Track upcoming and past bookings

    See all scheduled and completed sessions in one list, linked to their notes and action items.

How it works

  1. Browse available counsellors and slots

    Open the booking page, view each counsellor's profile and real-time calendar.

  2. Pick a date, time, and session focus

    Select a slot that fits your schedule and choose the type of guidance you need.

  3. Add questions or materials

    Enter topics you want to discuss or upload documents for the counsellor to review beforehand.

  4. Confirm and get your invite

    Submit the booking to receive a confirmation email with a video link and calendar file.

  5. Join the session

    At the scheduled time, click the link to meet your counsellor and work through your agenda.

Who it is for

  • Students starting university research

    Need an expert to help build a balanced list of target, reach, and safety schools.

  • Applicants refining strategy for specific universities

    Want tailored advice on essays, supplements, and demonstrated interest for chosen colleges.

  • Students preparing essays or interviews

    Seek focused feedback on personal statements or practice for admissions interviews.

  • Parents joining a planning session

    Wish to attend a session with their child to understand timelines, costs, and requirements.

What you gain

  • Dedicated expert time

    Uninterrupted one-on-one guidance from a counsellor who knows international admissions.

  • Personalised advice

    Recommendations based on your academic record, extracurriculars, and target countries.

  • Flexible scheduling

    Book sessions around school hours, time zones, and other commitments.

  • Clear next steps

    Leave each session with action items that feed into your Checklists and Application tracker.

  • Integrated workflow

    Session notes and tasks stay connected to your Essays, Activities list, and other tools.

Questions

How far in advance can I book a session?

You can book any available slot up to the maximum scheduling window shown on the counsellor's calendar.

Can I change or cancel a session after booking?

Yes, you can reschedule or cancel up to the cut-off time displayed in your booking confirmation.

What if I want a different counsellor for my next session?

You can choose any available counsellor each time you book; your profile and past notes are shared across the team.

Are sessions conducted online or in person?

All sessions are held via video call; the meeting link is included in your confirmation email.

Ready to use counsellor booking?

A free session with a counsellor shows you how the tools fit your applications.