College Admissions Coaching & Strategic College Planning for High School Families
Clarity for Parents. Confidence for Students.
Upcoming Events
College Starpoint Expert Series
Clarity for Parents. Confidence for Students.
College Starpoint Expert Series is a webinar series designed to bring trusted voices from across the college admissions landscape directly to you. Each session will feature leading professionals offering insight, guidance, and clarity for families navigating the path to college.
FREE Live Webinar
February 23, 2026
8pm EST
Join Anya Ilkys, Founder & CEO of College Starpoint, for a live conversation with Ken Sawada, Associate Director of Admissions at Syracuse University. In this session, we’ll dig into how a university like Syracuse reads applications in context and what helps a student’s story come through clearly. We’ll talk about:
✅ How Syracuse evaluates academic trends, course rigor, and school context — not just the GPA
✅ How awards, honors, and activities help admissions officers understand a student’s passions and potential
✅ What leadership and initiative look like from the admissions perspective
✅ How to create an application that feels cohesive, compelling, and authentically student-driven
✅ What makes Syracuse University stand out for students seeking strong academics and a vibrant, engaged campus life Free event.
Space is limited — register today!
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FREE Live Webinar
March 5, 2026
8pm EST
APs can be one of the most powerful tools in a student’s high school plan—but only when course choices and exam prep are intentional. Join College Starpoint's CEO Anya Ilkys for a practical, student and parent-focused conversation with Megan Heavner, Lead Student Success Manager at Launch Network, on how AP classes, AP exams, and preparation strategies connect directly to college admissions outcomes. We’ll cover:
✅ How colleges evaluate AP rigor within the context of each high school
✅ Which AP choices matter most—and how to avoid overload or “AP stacking”
✅ What AP exam scores actually communicate to admissions readers
✅ A realistic AP exam prep timeline (and what students should be doing now)
✅ Common AP mistakes that can hurt applications—and how to prevent them
✅ How strong AP planning supports long-term admissions success
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Bonus for attendees: Families who attend the live webinar will receive exclusive access to discounted AP test prep packages, designed to help students prepare strategically and confidently for upcoming exams in May 2026. You’ll walk away with a clear framework for choosing the right APs, preparing effectively, and using AP performance to strengthen a student’s academic story—without burnout.
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FREE Live Webinar
March 19, 2026
8pm EST
Join us for an interview-style conversation with Maggie Sawada, Associate Director for Student & Staff Development at Boston University. We’ll take a deep dive into what everyday life really looks like for college students living on campus.
In this session, we’ll explore:
✅ What residential life is like at a major urban university
✅ Dorm communities, student support, and safety
✅ How dining and meal plans actually work
✅ What students wish they knew before move-in
✅ Tips for thriving socially and academically in the first year
✅ Insights specific to Boston University — campus life, housing structure, and traditions
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Perfect for students and parents who want a realistic understanding of the residential experience—whether or not BU is on your list. Bring your questions! This will be a conversational Q&A format with opportunities for live interaction.
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Space is limited — register today!
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