We keep parents informed without putting them in the driver’s seat. Our coaches guide students to reflect, grow, and take ownership of their applications while keeping parents in the loop through regular updates and shared tools. Our process helps parents focus on their relationship with their teen and not on the daily tasks of college applications. As one parent put it, working with us is like “outsourcing the nagging.”

“My second child is going through the LIfeLaunchr program and I am once again a happy customer. My daughter accepts the expert help more easily than hearing it from her parents. Her essay coach has given her more confidence that she has a compelling story to tell.”

— Verified Parent Reviewer, San Mateo, CA

“LifeLaunchr has taken the stress away from the relationship between us and our daughter during the search and preparation for applying to college.”

— Verified Parent Reviewer, Palm City, FL

“Lifelaunchr was a godsend for my son.  It helped him identify what was most important to him in the college experience, kept him organized and on track at every step of the college application process, and supported him in ultimately making tough decisions between schools. He (and I) feel the school that he is going to attend is perfect for him. Best of all, Lifelaunchr allowed me to step back and let my son go through this process without my interference, which was a saving grace in our relationship. Lifelaunchr gave me peace of mind and confidence that all would work out for my son, and it did!”

— Jennifer P., San Francisco, CA

Our coaches aren’t just friendly helpers. They’re seasoned professionals credentialed by organizations like HECA, IECA, and NACAC, who bring decades of experience to the table. We spend hours on professional development, visit campuses, attend admissions conferences, and stay up to date, so your family benefits from the most current, strategic guidance available.

Here’s what students have to say about our coaches:

“(Ruth Louden’s) attention to detail and understanding of the process made it seamless.”

— Malavika B., India

“(Laura Schadler) struck a great balance between encouraging me to be realistic while also pushing me to aim high, and that approach led to some pretty great results in the end. Thank you, Laura!”

— Verified Student Reviewer, Hong Kong

“(Venkates Swaminathan) Swami’s genuine concern for the success of his students is what sets him apart. His encouragement, patience, and relentless guidance made me feel supported and motivated every step of the way.”

— Verified Student Reviewer, Fremont, CA

From building a college list to writing essays and navigating financial aid, we use the best data and tools available—and make sure our coaches do, too. Our award-winning tools gather data from multiple reliable sources and make sure you’re never flying blind.

“LifeLaunchr’s resources were perfect for organizing my applications, staying on top of my essays, and creating a well rounded application that was not rushed and carefully curated. LifeLaunchr not only helped me achieve my dream school (and) aided me in getting into a reach school UVA early.”

— Richna K., Atlanta, GA

“I was given endless support and guidance through my essay-writing process and all of my application process. Any questions I had were answered easily, and the LifeLaunchr is easy to navigate. If it weren’t for this program, I’d have been completely lost through this process.”

— Lilly F., Camp Meeker, CA

“Such a helpful resource for a really challenging endeavor and time of life.  It breaks a daunting process into more manageable pieces and even creates a timeline so you never feel the panic of unexpected due dates or deadlines.”

— Amy S,. San Carlos, CA

We help students tell authentic, meaningful, and compelling stories. Our structured essay process helps students uncover the right themes, avoid clichés, and write with clarity and confidence without losing their voice.

“Lifelaunchr helped our son with the application process, both to US and UK schools… Every session … was geared towards finding out what … he wanted to say and finding his own voice – rather than telling him what to do. The end result was something unique that was completely our son’s voice.”

— Subhajyothi B., Gainesville, FL

“LifeLaunchr gave me tons of helpful advice and feedback so I could write the best essays possible. They supported me with brainstorming and organizing my ideas—something I wouldn’t have been able to do as well on my own.”

— Nethra K.

“(LifeLaunchr)  guided me through every step of the writing process, from developing my voice to brainstorming ideas and identifying themes for my essay.”

— Verified Student Reviewer

Our students have been admitted to top-tier institutions across the U.S., U.K., and Canada—from Ivy League universities and UCs to liberal arts colleges and international programs. We don’t chase rankings. We help students find the right fit—and get in.

“(LifeLaunchr) broke the process into manageable steps and helped me submit strong essays. Their help was a big part of getting into my dream school.”

— Alex B., Nashville, TN

“Thank you LifeLaunchr!! They were essential to writing my college apps and helping me get into some of the top US programs. My coach was … unbelievably helpful.  I’m very glad I chose Lifelaunchr and would highly recommend you do too!”

— Anurag C., London, U.K.

“(LifeLaunchr) gave me great overall application advice and was especially helpful with essay writing. This program helped me get into my top-choice college early decision.”

— Anusha K., Raleigh, NC

At LifeLaunchr, we don’t just step in during senior year. Our structured approach provides support throughout high school, helping students build a strong foundation, make informed choices, and enter the application process with clarity and confidence.

“LifeLaunchr has helped me prepare for college, and stay on track throughout high school, ever since my sophomore year … The college research, essay editing, and weekly check-ins are extremely helpful. I was accepted to my dream school a few days ago, and without LifeLaunchr, I would not be where I am now.”

— Carolyn K., North Carolina

“(LifeLaunchr) has helped me for the past few years with the college process, and his support has been great. I started using LifeLaunchr during my junior year and it’s helped tremendously.”

— Verified Student Reviewer

“My daughter has had amazing results working with LifeLaunchr. She was able to cast her net wide in her college search, and was accepted to ten colleges!”

— Cassandra R., Berkeley, CA

The college admissions process can be overwhelming, but our coaching offers clear guidance, tools, and encouragement, so students grow in confidence, and it shows in the quality of their applications.

“I was overwhelmed by the college process of getting supplemental essays, personal essays, and financial aids like FAFSA or CSS on time. But, (LifeLaunchr) helped me to get a clear picture of the college process and I can now imagine myself fit(ting) perfectly.”

— Tenzing C., Brooklyn, NY

“Lifelaunchr was a lifesaver for our family since we started the college process really late and were a bit overwhelmed.  The team guided my son through the process in a really supportive way and helped him find a great school.”

— Verified Parent Reviewer, San Francisco, CA

“The encouragement, support, and detailed feedback gave me the confidence to apply to competitive schools I wasn’t sure I had a chance at.”

— Verified Student Reviewer