Uncommon students.
Uncommon paths.
Common good.
A boutique college counseling company helping diverse creative adventurous & passionate high school students on their path to college and beyond.
The Uncommon Philosophy
In the increasingly competitive, stressful, and elite world of college admissions, kids are being curated at an early age in order to brand themselves as perfect applicants.
At Uncommon, we believe it should be about authenticity. We want students to go through this process not only to be a good applicant—but to also become a better writer, thinker, and human.
We’re here to inspire a new generation that centers connection, sustainability, social justice, mutual care, creativity, wellbeing, and the collective good of the planet and people.
The Uncommon Community
Our students have many diverse identities, interests, experiences, and dreams—and we’re here for it all. In fact, that’s why we’re here.
Our college counseling is guided by creating real, meaningful connections. We show up for every student. And we celebrate them—whether they’re LQBTQ, neurodiverse, a student of color, international student, athlete, artist, musician, environmentalist, outdoor adventurer, activist, scientist, or actor. You name it, we’re on your team.
How we can work together
College Counseling
9-12th grade students
1-on-1 guidance
Personal reflection & goal setting
Create a well-rounded college list
Gain Admission insights
College Essay Coaching
12th grade students
1-on-1 guidance
Brainstorm, write, & revise essays
Time management & organization
Expert editing
College App Workshops
College app & essay workshops
Available for schools, orgs, & more
Remote & in-person facilitation
Insightful industry knowledge
Personalized curriculum