Bringing out your best
Our experienced counselors help you and your family understand the behind-the-scenes of college admissions and know how to match the right colleges and universities to best reach your goals. Our deep understanding of the testing and admissions process, coupled with in-touch knowledge of current trends, means we utilize strategies that organically fit your specific needs.
We believe in supporting the person over the “package” and succeed by building on the strengths and passions unique to you. Together, we help you develop a strong and focused voice, allowing the true you to shine through.
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TEST PREP & TUTORING
Test prep shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all. Our counselors and tutors create an individualized test strategy focusing on your strengths. -
undergrad applications
Every applicant’s story is different. By working one-on-one with students and their families, we are able to customize the experience to help you realize your dreams and get into the college that’s right for you. -
grad school applications
To boost your application, graduate counselors work with you one-on-one to help balance the application process, pinpoint the programs best suited to your goals, and build strategies to boost your chances of admission. -
INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS
Applying to study in the U.S.? From application timelines to TOEFL requirements and merit scholarships, Mosaic College Prep can help you understand and navigate the American college and university system.
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Success Stories
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“I honestly love everyone at Mosaic. They all helped me in ways I never could have imagined. They made the college application process a lot easier and clearer than it would've been without them. I learned about great schools I wouldn't have thought of, the advice for applications was also invaluable and undoubtedly helped me achieve my goals."
–Adam C., UC Berkeley
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“I absolutely loved working with Karen Bowlin on my college applications! Without her I would not have been able to get into the places that I did. Karen's spirit, writing talent, and availability made my college application experience a whole lot easier and way less stressful. When working with Mosaic Prep you will never feel disorganized or like you're falling behind. They are the best at making you and your process feel important. They are always right there when you need them and never turn your ideas down, only helps them flourish."
–Bella B., Carnegie Mellon University
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"Julie is a miracle worker. The college application process is daunting and complex, but she distilled it to the basics and guided me through every step. She helped me to frame my personal story and mold my real life experiences into a compelling application."
-Zev K., Yale University
From the Blog
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Why Do I Have to Write an Essay for College Apps Anyway?
read more(an excerpt from Mosaic College Prep’s Essay Writing Workbook, written by Julie Fulton): You’ve sat for four-hour standardized tests, played trumpet in the band and diligently turned in every lab report. You’ve proven your ability to juggle all the demands of high school. Why now do you have to write a personal essay? (Or three?
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Meet College Counselor Helena Prigal
read moreBefore moving to Los Angeles several years ago I had a long career working with law students, and before that, with undergraduates. In my current work as a college counselor, I use the same approach with high school students to help them brainstorm and prepare applications that worked with students of all ages. Q: What
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A Different Path Through College: Non-Traditional College Curriculums
read moreDid you thrive at a high school that promoted group work, experiential learning and student involvement in curricular decisions? Or did you attend a more traditional high school and wish you had more flexibility in what you studied? Or perhaps you happily attend a more traditional high school but now want more self-directed learning opportunities?
