What we offer
For Underclassmen (9-10th Grade): Building a Path
Marksman's 9-10th grade strategy focuses on guiding students in their early high school years to make strategic choices in academics, extracurricular & summer activities, and personal development. It includes assistance in selecting courses that align with college aspirations and advice on extracurricular involvement to build a “spike,” or a specific talent/interest that admissions officers can easily identify.
For Juniors (11th Grade): Application Strategy
As students approach the critical juncture of their high school career, our 11th grade application strategy service offers our personalized, holistic approach to navigating the college admissions process. With limited time before college applications are fully underway, we'll assist your child in making strategic decisions regarding their college selection, extracurricular time commitments, academic course load, and recommendation letters, all to create an easily identifiable narrative about your child that is tailored to the specific combination of experiences they've had.
For Seniors (12th Grade): Complete Application Support
Marksman’s comprehensive application support focuses on crafting a compelling narrative about your child that is tailored to the specific combination of extracurriculars they’ve participated in, classes they’ve taken, and test scores. Our experienced editors work closely with students to refine their narratives, ensuring clarity, coherence, and impact. The service covers application timeline planning, interview preparation, brainstorming sessions, structure development, feedback on multiple drafts, and proofreading for all essays. We emphasize showcasing the student's unique voice and experiences, making their essays stand out in the competitive admissions landscape.
SAT and ACT Prep
Our SAT and ACT test prep service offers coaching designed to maximize students' test scores. We provide comprehensive study materials, practice tests, and tailored strategies to address individual strengths and weaknesses. Our experienced tutors focus on teaching effective test-taking techniques, time management skills, and crucial content review in both the verbal and quantitative sections. Regular progress monitoring and adaptive learning strategies ensure that students are well-prepared and confident on test day.