College Sense
Making “Sense” of
the Path to College
Personalized college advising, test prep,
and essay support to help students succeed
Expert Guidance for Every Step of the College Journey
With 29 years of teaching experience and 6 years as a college advisor, I understand how to connect with students and guide them through the complexities of college admissions. From test prep and college list building to essay coaching and financial fit strategies, I provide personalized support to help families navigate the process with confidence.
Every student’s path is unique—let me help you find the best-fit schools and craft applications that stand out.
Katy Newcomb, NBCT, Independent Education Consultant, owner College Sense, LLC
Katy Newcomb, College Sense
Why hiring a college advisor is worth it
An effective metaphor for the role a college advisor plays is that of a “co-pilot” in the college admissions process. With over 4,000 colleges and universities in the U.S., a college consultant can help narrow the field, clarify goals and values, and identify schools that are a strong academic and social fit. As your college consultant, I will have your student complete college and career surveys that help define clear goals and possible career paths before selecting a program. Without this guidance, students risk switching majors multiple times – something that happens to 1 in 10 students (National Center for Education Statistics), often leading to additional semester and tuition costs. I can also help reduce family stress, giving you your dinner conversation back. Many teens are more receptive to ideas and suggestions from a third party than from their parents. Let me help your family find the best path forward for your college applicant!
Personalized College Guidance for Every Student
From test prep to college list building and essay coaching, I provide tailored support to help students find their best-fit schools and maximize their potential.
With expert insights and a student-centered approach, I make the path to college clear, strategic, and stress-free.
No-Nonsense, Great Support!
“Highly recommend, especially for test prep! No messing around with Katy Newcomb = great support and fantastic results!” Client, parent
Expertise & experience!
“As a high school teacher and mom to college students, Katy has the expertise to navigate the college application process. She created opportunities through understanding what degree, cost, school size, and attitudes of the school to reduce the daunting challenges in selecting the right colleges” Client, parent
Encouraging and supportive!
“Katy was genuinely interested and invested in making sure our son performed well on his ACT. She worked with him on his application and to ensure his high school successes really showed through his essay. Throughout the whole process, Katy was encouraging and supportive. We had such a positive experience working with Katy, we will be using her services for our next two kids..” Client, parent
Confidence & Success!
“Katy Newcomb is a great teacher and a wonderful person. Our daughter met with her a few times before taking the ACT the second time. Afterward, she felt much more confident and she got an amazing score. She also found Katy really easy to work with. Can’t say enough good things about her.” Client, parent
What Sets College Sense Apart
Proven Experience
With 29 years of teaching and 6 years of college advising, I know how to connect with students, identify their strengths, and guide them through a successful admissions process.
Personalized Approach
No two students are the same. I completed UCLA’s College Advising Certificate program last year and learned proven ways to create a customized college prep plan to match each student’s academic goals, interests, and learning style for every step in the college application process from forming a college list to comparing aid awards and helping students make smooth transitions into college.
Financial Fit Focus
College should be a great academic and financial fit for the student/ family. I help families explore colleges that offer merit scholarships as well as other financial aid options to make cost-conscious college choices, ensuring a smart investment in their student’s future.