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Mission

My mission is to decode and simplify the college application process for both students and parents, the goal being to find a great college fit, a ‘happy place’  for the student, and minimize the stress for families in the process. I accomplish this through 1:1 meetings (in-person and virtual) guiding and supporting the student, step by step, through this exciting phase of their lives.

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Our Services

Our services include advising course selections during Junior and Senior years in High School, creating a balanced college list depending upon the academic record, interests, and activities of the student, reviewing essays and applications, building resumes, mock interviews, encouraging demonstrated interest and tracking progress till the student receives acceptances. I also help families review acceptance letters and guide them in the decision-making process.

Sophomores and Rising Juniors

Guidance on 

  • Course selections
  • Test selection, how to prepare
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • Summer Program Enrichment Activities
  • Community Service and Volunteering
  • College Research and Guidance on College Visits
  • Initial College List Building

Rising Seniors

College Application Process

  • Skills and Interest Assessment
  • Balanced College List Creation
  • Applications and Essay Review
  • Mock Interview Prep
  • Guidance with Demonstrated Interest
  • Guidance on College Visits, Campus Tours
  • Resume Building, LinkedIn Profile (if required)

Type of Students Served

  • High School (Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors)
  • Transfer students
  • First-Generation students
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My Courses

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How I Work

Package 1

Sophomore to Senior Package, Get an early start on the college application process.

Package 2

Junior Year Package: College List, Application, and Essays

Package 3

Senior Year Package: College List, Application, and Essays

Step by step College List Creation

Apps and Essay Review

Demonstrated Interest

Mock Interviews

Decision

Learn the Practical way

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Films can shape the destiny of talented youngsters, who want to excel in acting or the art
of film making. If you have the passion, we have the door open for you! Award winning
artists & professionals teach you the art of acting, film making, cinematography
and screenwriting among others.

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Holistic Approach to Teaching

I offer myriad subjects of study in your journey of mastering yourself.

Interaction

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Project Completion

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Classroom Lectures

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Hands on Experience

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What people think about me

Knowing what students think helps my growth
“Working with Mausami last year as a college counseling volunteer, I was able to see how successful she was with connecting with students, understanding their goals, and supporting them every step of the way from building a college list to registering for the college they will attend. Her training through UC Berkeley’s Extension program gives her extensive knowledge of the application process for all higher education systems as well as the financial aid process. If you are looking for someone who will take the time to get to know your student and advise them to find the best-fit college for them, Mausami would be right for you.”
I am very grateful to have had you as my college advisor. Your guidance was invaluable to me throughout my college application journey. I remember feeling quite nervous and lost when I first began the process, but thanks to you, I was able to meet all my deadlines and compete my work at a good pace. It’s thanks to your help that I’ve not only succeeded in my applications, but I’ve also become a more responsible person as a result of this experience.
Our experience with Mausami has been amazing. We entered the US admission cycle quite late. However, when I reached out to Mausami, she was still willing to support us with their program and helped through everything step by step. She is very accessible, reliable, and helpful, most importantly gives full attention and time to my son. We could not have had a more dedicated, inspiring, and talented person to help coach my son through multiple options. She helped us realize my son’s best-fit schools and find his authentic voice through his passions, experiences, and challenges. She encouraged my son to weave them together through essays which made them stand out. She went above and beyond to support my son through the stressful time and I am so appreciative of how her guidance is supporting us shortlist some amazing schools.
As a transfer student, I always worried about my credits not transferring from one college to the next, but Our College Advisor made sure that I was on the right track by getting me to ask my university about my credits. OCA did a great job with getting me to contact a counselor at Santa Clara University to make sure I would graduate on time. Our College Advisor made the process seamless and now I am attending Santa Clara University without the worry of graduating later than planned. 
Having you as a counselor was an amazing experience. I felt lost at the beginning of the college process. I had no idea where to begin, but you were able to help me out a lot. When I was told I would be paired up with a counselor, I expected someone who would regularly check on me to make sure I was doing alright, and someone who would lead me towards the right direction. All of this was fulfilled. You made sure that I was always on track by giving me tasks for the week, and we met every week which was great. Those consistent meetings honestly kept me on track. I needed help with everything in general, and you were able to do just that. I really enjoyed having you as my coach because now, I am going to college, and I am so excited!  I couldn’t have done it without your help. You helped me so much through the process and I am so thankful for that.
Our College Advisor was a tremendous help. I received help and step-by step guidance that was tailored to my likes, dislikes, hobbies, aesthetics and more. There was always detailed assistance every step of the way. Our College Advisor made the process simple and less daunting and made sure that all of my questions were answered. I am so glad that I worked with Ms. Kakkar at Our College Advisor.
Coordinator of Counseling, Public School, Hayward CA.
Student Pursuing Biological Sciences at UC Davis
Parent of a High School Senior applying to colleges for Fall 2022 ( San Jose, CA)
Transfer Student to Santa Clara University
Student, enrolled at UC Davis
Student attending St. Mary’s College of California

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