College Admissions Consulting in Houston and Online
Choosing the right college is one of the biggest decisions your family will make, and it is about fit, not just getting in. Firat Education gives your student a dedicated college admissions consultant who builds the whole plan with you: the right list, a strong application, and a clear path from where your student is now to acceptance and scholarships. We work in person in Houston and online with families across the country. We are independent, so we work for your family and never for a school.
Why families choose Firat
What your college admissions plan covers
Why college fit matters
Fit is not a soft idea. It decides whether a student thrives, graduates on time, and gets a return on the investment. National research (Complete College America) shows only about 64% of full time students finish a four year degree on time, each extra year at a public university costs a family around $22,826 plus lost wages, and the average school counselor serves roughly 400 students. Firat gives your student individual expert time and a plan built to land in the right place and finish strong.
How it works
- Start with the Firat Roadmap. One hour with Ibrahim for $300 to assess your student and map the plan. This is the required first step.
- Build the college list. Best fit schools by academics, environment, and cost, with your preferences included.
- Strengthen the application. Essays, resume, interviews, and activities, all in your student's own voice.
- Align academics and testing. Course selection, target GPA, and SAT or ACT timing.
- Apply and win scholarships. Logistics, deadlines, and scholarship strategy through submission.
Pricing
Every plan starts with the $300 Firat Roadmap, the required first step. College admissions counseling is then offered in hour based packages sized to your student's stage:
| Package | Best for |
|---|---|
| 60 hours | 9th to 11th graders who want multi year guidance |
| 40 hours (most popular) | Rising seniors: the full application year, essays, resume, interviews, scholarships |
| 20 hours | Seniors with a list who need essays and resume finished |
| 10 hours | Finishing touches and adding schools |
| Hourly | A la carte essay, resume, or application help |
Hourly rates run $185 to $650 depending on your consultant (Associate, Senior, or Partner). Most families invest $15,000 to $18,000 across the full engagement. Flexible payment plans are available on every package.
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Frequently asked questions
The earlier the better. Ninth and tenth grade allow the most planning, but we add real value at every stage, including senior year applications.
Yes. We meet in person in Houston and online with families across the country and abroad.
Yes. We are never paid by or affiliated with any school. Ibrahim is an IECA and NACAC member, so our advice serves your family alone.
No. We coach and guide. Admissions readers can tell when an essay is not the student's, and the work should be theirs. The voice stays your student's.
Yes. Scholarship strategy and financial aid guidance are part of the plan. Firat students average $70K in scholarships.