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Our Services
Academic Planning
I help students design a rigorous, balanced course path that highlights their strengths and prepares them for selective colleges.
Essay Consultant
I work directly with students to shape essays that reflect their authentic voice and tell a story admissions officers will remember.
Application Consultant
I guide students step-by-step through the application process, ensuring every detail aligns with their goals and narrative.
Extracurricular Development
I mentor students in creating purposeful activities and leadership projects that demonstrate depth and initiative.
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Give your student the advantage of early college planning. Schedule a consultation to learn how we can help them build a strong foundation for future success.
Momentum’s Ideology
At Momentum College Counseling, we believe every student has a story worth telling— and worth building with intention. Founded and led by Jamie Moynihan, a college admissions expert with over 17 years of experience in selective college admission and counseling, Momentum offers students a level of insight and strategy few others can match.
Jamie has reviewed applications for four universities, including the University of California, Berkeley, and has guided hundreds of students to successful admissions at the nation’s most selective institutions—including every Ivy League school, MIT, Stanford, Caltech, and more.
Our highly personalized process goes beyond checklists and rankings. We work one-on-one with each student to develop a strategic admissions plan that highlights their strengths, passions, and ambitions. From building meaningful extracurricular profiles to crafting compelling essays, our expert team offers clear and direct guidance that ensures every step a student takes is impactful, authentic, and aligned with their long-term goals.
What Momentum Provides
Grades 9-10 Starter Plan • $4,750/year
Lay the groundwork for high school success with our Grade 9-10 package. This all-in-one plan includes course planning, extracurricular exploration, and early narrative coaching—all designed to give your student a confident jump-start on their college-prep journey.
Grades 11-12 Core Plan • $4,750 total
Designed for Grades 11-12, this two-year milestone-driven package combines strategic course sequencing, test-prep alignment, and leadership development. Students receive personalized guidance to elevate their resume, polish personal statements, and approach senior year ready for competitive admissions.
Grades 8-11 Comprehensive Plan • From $12,500
This premier Grades 8–11 package delivers sustained, narrative-driven mentoring and academic strategy. With ongoing check-ins, essay refinement, and extracurricular guidance, families enjoy a guided journey through each high-school milestone toward an optimized admissions profile.
Application/Essay Package (Grade 12)
Expert coaching for standout applications. Focused support on crafting compelling essays, perfecting applications, and presenting a polished narrative to impress admissions committees.
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Give your student the advantage of early college planning. Schedule a consultation to learn how we can help them build a strong foundation for future success.
Testimonials
Meet Jamie Moynihan
Jamie Moynihan, Founder and Lead Counselor of Momentum College Counseling, brings 17+ years of admissions expertise to students and families. He has reviewed thousands of applications across four universities, including UC Berkeley, giving him insider perspective on what selective colleges look for.
Before launching Momentum, Jamie led one of the world’s largest private counseling firms, managing curriculum, counselors, and the full admissions process. He also counseled at a top private high school, guiding students through some of the nation’s most competitive admissions.
Jamie has helped students earn admission to every top-50 college, with nearly 90% of his personal students admitted to their Early Decision schools over the last three years. At Momentum, he works one-on-one with families to craft strategic, authentic roadmaps that help students stand out in today’s competitive admissions landscape.
Recent Acceptances
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Talk with a former college admissions officer to explore how our expert counseling can help your student stand out. We’ll assess their profile, outline personalized strategies, and provide expert guidance for a confident admissions journey.
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