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A Clear Path To College Success

At First Year College Compass, we help students navigate the exciting, and sometimes overwhelming, transition to college. Our mission is to ensure every student feels prepared, confident, and connected. From academic planning to personal growth strategies, we’re here to make sure each step feels supported

Services We Offer

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    Starter Compass Session

    An in-depth onboarding session designed to set your semester up for success. We review academic goals, syllabi, scheduling, organization, study habits, and time-management strategies. Includes a personalized semester plan tailored to your workload and learning style.

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    Weekly or Bi-Weekly Coaching

    Ongoing academic and organization support. We review weekly goals, assignments, study structure, upcoming tests, and stress management strategies. Perfect for students who want consistent accountability and guidance throughout the semester.

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    Semester Compass Package

    A full-semester support package that includes three monthly planning sessions, academic strategy reviews, organization tools, and ongoing accountability. Ideal for students who want consistent structure and semester long guidance.

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    Quick Check-Ins/Emergency Support

    Short sessions for urgent questions, assignment fixes, or academic confusion.

What Families Are Saying

“My son was in last-minute desperate need of assistance with scheduling and understanding his options. Vickie was prompt and her knowledge, patience and understanding was amazing. Had everything resolved to give both my son and I peace going into the new year with a clear plan to stay on track. We will be using her again. ”

-Parent of a First Year College Student, (West Virginia University)

Book a session to get personalized help with planning, organization, and navigating your college journey. I’ll walk you through everything step-by-step and tailor the session to your needs.

Let’s Get Started

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