COLLEGE COACHING
Your future, your way.
Welcome
I’m Dr. Anthony Rotolo, and I’m excited to guide you through one of the most significant milestones in a young person’s life: finding and getting into the right college for you.
As a professor at a prestigious research university and an assistant dean of admission at one of the nation’s most selective liberal arts colleges, I’ve seen firsthand what it takes to stand out and succeed in the admission process. Now, I leverage my expertise to reduce the uncertainty and stress of applying and provide you with a competitive edge.
"Professor Rotolo is one of the most innovative, creative and talented people that I have had the opportunity to interact with… The way he engages, excites and challenges his students is like nothing I have seen in a Professor. He is somebody who has believed in me since the first day I met him. He has given me opportunities to become a leader…"
Former Student
Invent your future.
As a university professor, I often met students who had done everything “right”—excelled in academics and extracurriculars, and earned admission to top colleges—yet they eventually found themselves uninspired and lost in the campus crowd. These students had discovered that college alone isn’t a guarantee of success or personal fulfillment.
The reality is that attending a college, regardless of its prestige, will not make you an engineer, artist, scientist, or leader—it only makes you like millions of others in the job market. You must make yourself into the person and professional you aspire to become.
I want to help you start that process before ever setting foot on a college campus. By developing your character, skills, and experience, you can not only boost your admission prospects, but make the most of your college experiences and maximize your career options after graduation.
My College Coaching approach is based on the award-winning university program that I created called "Invent Your Future". It combines self-discovery, independent projects, and mentoring that will empower you for the rest of your life.
Expert guidance every step of the way.
Grade
9
Get inspired.
Starting college coaching in 9th grade builds a strong foundation for success, allowing young people to discover their emerging selves and imagine possible futures. It’s also an opportunity to make thoughtful decisions about classes and activities that enhance college admission and support identity, character, and motivation.
Grade
10
Get focused.
Sophomore year is when we start thinking more about specific admission goals, reflect on academic progress and get intentional about courses and activities. We also start exploring colleges and standardized tests. As we map out a plan for the future, we consider how various colleges, careers, and communities can support your vision.
Grade
11
Get strategic.
In junior year, we focus our application strategy. We’ll create a target list of schools based on acceptance likelihood, affordability, scholarship opportunities, and personal fit. We’ll also do assessment activites to be more certain about your choice of major. Then it's time for essay development, summer and senior year planning, and scholarship research as you begin visiting colleges equipped with a plan to make each campus tour count.
Grade
12
Get in.
It’s time to execute your application plan, including early decision and regular admission apps for up to 12 colleges. Together, we’ll refine every part of your application, from essay to activity list, letters, and scholarships. If necessary, we will also prep and practice for interviews. We will manage every deadline and keep you on track with expert guidance at every step, from reviewing your offers to navigating conversations with financial aid, and more.
Let's talk about your future!
Ready to get started? Begin by completing the form below and Dr. Rotolo will contact you to arrange a College Coaching consultation.