FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to our FAQ section! Here, we've compiled answers to some of the most commonly asked questions to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. If you don't find what you're looking for, feel free to reach out to our support team for further assistance.

What is Pivotal College Years?

Pivotal College Years is an educational platform designed to help students navigate their college journey with resources, courses, and expert advice. Content is developed by experienced private college planners. Content is presented chronologically but can be used out of order.

How can Pivotal College Years help me?

We offer comprehensive courses, step-by-step videos, live community, and valuable resources to assist students and parents in making informed decisions about college admissions, financial aid, career planning, and more.

Do I need to buy the Workbook?

No, you can download the latest version of our “Workable Workbook” once you log into the membership portal. You can print it at home and use it to help organize your journey. Some members want to have a printed version of the workbook, so you can order it on Amazon Workbook.

Do you offer any discounts?

Yes, we periodically offer discounts. Subscribe to our email list or Facebook Group to stay updated on special offers.

What type of content is available?

We offer a variety of courses covering college admissions, calculating competitiveness, scholarship, financial aid, career planning, and study skills. We cover all topics needed to apply for college, get accepted, negotiate aid, fund college and much more.

Is it self-paced or live?

Our content is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own speed, however, you can skip to other sections at any time. The platform does track your progress but you can reset with one click. We also offer a live community to ask questions, occasional live webinars and Q&A sessions with experts.

How do I access the course materials?

Once you enroll in a course, you can access the materials through our online platform immediately. You will receive an email within minutes providing access to your membership. The email will list tips to get the most from your membership and contact information if you have questions.

How do I sign up for Pivotal College Years?

To sign up, simply click the “sign up” button, and follow the instructions. It is a monthly charge of $12, so you will need to enter your credit card information.

What are the pricing options?

The membership is $12 per month unless we are offering a promotion. We offer additional content about every 3 months and the pricing varies based on the content and duration. We offer one-on-one strategy sessions for an additional cost.

How does Pivotal College Years stay up-to-date with College Trends?

Each Contributing Founder operates a private practice and shares their insights, new strategies and emerging trends in real-time. We do NOT hold back on “trade secrets” because we each have thriving practices. Our goal with Pivotal College Years is to help others achieve amazing results without the costs.

How does Pivotal College Years give back?

In conjunction with our partners like AAA of the Northeast we offer memberships to communities serving disadvantaged youth. The Propel Pledge is one way we can help our communities together! For every College Planning membership opened, we will donate a College Planning membership through our PROPEL PLEDGE commitment. If you know of a non-profit organization that can benefit from this program, have them contact us at [email protected] .

Should Professionals join Pivotal College Years?

Yes, it is great for Guidance Counselors, Financial Planners, HR Experts and others. It helps them keep up on trends, provides downloadable checklists and guides for their students or clients and gives them a forum to ask questions. Solicitation is not allowed within the membership portal. The FaceBook Group does allow for promoting your services when asked by the Group Administrator.

Can I get personalized advice from an Expert?

Yes, we offer personalized strategy sessions with our top college advisors. These sessions are built to provide the maximum benefit in 60 minutes. We collect information ahead of time for efficiency purposes, we focus on strategy for 45 minutes and draft next steps and answer questions for 15 minutes.

What kind of support is available to Students?

We offer email support, a comprehensive knowledge base, and take suggestions on NEW content requests. Additionally, our live community allows you to connect with peers and experts. We also offer one-on-one strategy sessions for an additional cost.

How can I stay updated on new content and resources?

Subscribe to our email list and follow us on social media to receive updates on new courses, resources, and special offers. We also have a “New Content” Module at the top of your membership portal. Oh and be sure to join our FREE Facebook Group for instant support.

Do you offer resources for parents and guardians?

Yes, we provide resources and guidance specifically for parents and guardians to help support their students through the college process. Parents and guardians can learn how to become their students College Planning Superhero! We think parents/guardians/grandparents are best positioned to be an impactful college coach for their students! Why? Because you know them best.

Is Pivotal College Years suitable for International Students?

While our primary focus is on the U.S. education system, much of our content, resources and downloadables are beneficial for international students planning to study in the United States and U.S. students planning to study abroad full time.