Expert direction. Authentic approach. Proven results.
If you’re looking to chart your teen’s smart, student-centered path to college and their best future, you’re in the right place.
Your teen doesn’t have to identify as LGBTQ+ to work with me, but bringing students to safe, supportive, vibrant campuses are at the heart of what College Torch does. To work with me, you just have to support my mission and philosophy.
So then, what do all College Torch students have in common?
They call themselves Luminaries.
Luminaries love learning, even if they like learning in their own way.
Luminaries are different, and they’re allies to others who are different.
Luminaries are searching for that amazing, just-right campus.
Luminaries motivate themselves to take action.
Luminaries care about the world, its people, and its problems.
Over the last 10+ years, I’ve helped more than 300 Luminaries discover colleges where they’ll thrive academically, socially, and personally.
And while people often assume it’s about creating the perfect application or writing a standout essay, I’ve found that the strongest college applications begin way before that. They even begin before the college plan.
They always begin by understanding the student.
Who they are. How they learn. What kind of community they’ll flourish in. And the future they’re growing into.
From there, we make a college plan and develop a profile that leans into their interests, personalities, joys, and goals. And when it’s time, we build a college list that reflects not just where they can get in, but where they’ll truly belong.
And then, yes, we create standout applications.
I strive to guide my students through a journey of growth and reflection, so that their applications become more obvious, and their futures become more certain.
It’s a Luminary thing.
Having Robert guide me through the college process turned a terrifying prospect into something completely manageable.
When my admissions result was released, surprisingly, I did not feel stress or apprehension unlike many of my friends who were counting down the days, as Robert had helped me create a list of colleges I was excited to attend no matter what.
From our signature College Hero comprehensive program to task-specific sprints to expert, on-demand courses, College Torch has you covered.
No more wondering if you’re doing this right. No more missing deadlines and opportunities to get ahead. No more anxiety and uncertainty about the future. Just a clear plan and confidence. Your teen understands their strengths and opportunities, feels excited about the future, and knows why the schools on their list fit who they are.
If you’re ready for your family to feel more in sync and at ease in the process, you can stop worrying about whether you’re making the right choice now. Schedule a free Right-Fit Call so we can go over your family’s needs and concerns and help you choose the best path forward.
This is my promise to all Luminary families. Your teen will finish all their applications by December 15th of senior year.
That means you all get to enjoy your winter break as a family and celebrate your teen’s hard work and success.
Some families are ready to talk. Others are just starting to look. Both are welcome here.
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