"Nowadays, college applications are a complicated and confusing process; when you think you are done -at last!- there is a new mountain of paperwork yet to complete. I was not late for the many deadlines that college applications and scholarships imposed due to the gentle yet insistent tutelage of Paula. Though I lived far away, her phone calls saved my parents and me from adding the stress and difficulty of keeping track of application-related deadlines, fine print, and paperwork to those of our everyday lives. Paula helped me select colleges to apply to from the thousands that overwhelmed me, provided me with starting ideas for essays and helped me edit them, informed me which tests to take and which to ignore, how to find and apply for scholarships -a number of which I won- and ultimately I got into my first choice college. Without her, I would not have had the luxury of time free from college worries, thereby leaving me the opportunity to enjoy my senior year. "

Sarah Katz--student

"Thank you for everything you've done for me; helping me find the college that was the missing piece of my life puzzle, pushing me to do things even if I didn't want to do them, and making me all those cups of hot chocolate as I worked on my applications. You helped me through the toughest time during a senior girl's life, and I truly want to thank you for that."

Ali--student

"I was a freshman working as Paula's assistant at Ingraham High School in the Career Center where she provided guidance to students in many different ways. After graduating from North Seattle Community College, Paula and I crossed paths again at an event where we discussed my plans to transfer to a university. I met with Paula several times, reviewing every aspect of the college application process, including university choices, applications, personal statements, financial aid applications, and my housing assignment. She was very organized, thorough, and caring all which eased the stress the process. Currently, I am in my senior year at Gonzaga University studying for a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering. I feel very fortunate to have had Paula as a college advisor."

Juan --student

"There are no words to express how thankful I am for you! You have helped me make one of the most important decisions of my life. I am so excited! Thank you for everything!!! You have been a blessing."

Amber Hughes--student

"I have worked closely with Paula Koontz for several years as she supported and guided high school students to successful college acceptance and scholarship awards. She is a knowledgeable and highly capable professional, dedicated to helping students succeed and achieve their academic goals. Paula provides motivation, detailed information, and individualized guidance for both students and parents with an organized, approach to the entire process of college selection and application."

Kathy Karlsberg--AP English Teacher

"You encouraged my son to consider schools that I had tried and tried to get him to think about. You helped him come to this decision in a way where he could find a good fit. I was thrilled and surprised when he announced that you two had arranged overnight visits and interviews with the admission officers at several different schools. . As a result of your meetings, his first choice is a wonderful, small, top school where I know he will thrive!"

Lisa Mora--mom

"Our family has enjoyed working with Paula Koontz for a year and a half. During that time, she has helped us review college choices, schedule college visits, arrange for testing, write essays, review scholarship opportunities and fill out the final college applications. Paula has provided invaluable information, encouragement and support. She is knowledgeable, enthusiastic and has kept us on track. I have loved working with Paula."

Cathy Woo--mom

Where do I begin...You are responsible for Philips Exeter Summer Program, Washington Business Week, my job, Pepperdine, and so much more. You never gave up on me, always pushed me to do what I secretly thought was impossible, and nothing but great things have been the results. I wish you the best of luck and keep educating young adults on the importance of education and college. I'll miss you a whole lot and I love and appreciate all that you've done for me."

Jennifer--student

"I think that she is one of the greatest assets to Chief Sealth High School and that without her we wouldn't have such a high rate of students going to a four-year college. She always makes time for her students no matter what. She is truly the most inspiring and coolest counselor. I think that she is more like a teacher than a counselor because she truly has taught me more than she knows."

Khadra--student 

"I just wanted to 'thank you' very much for all you've done. You might think of it as a little thing, but it means a lot to me. All you've done for me, large or small accumulates to something small and meaningful."

Li--student

"Thank you so much for everything. You have helped make a really confusing year into one that actually made sense. Thank you, thank you."

Luyen--student 

"I just want to say thank you for everything. You helped me a lot with my scholarship search, college applications, etc...This year has been a very overwhelming year for me and without you it would have been a lot worse."

Trinh--student 

"Paula is great! She is helping me with my college aspirations one step at a time."

Isaac--student 

"Paula is passionate about what she does-helping kids and their parents with the challenges of the college-bound journey. She has been a fantastic resourceful advocate for our student. Her knowledge and timely information have been a gift. She's a joy."

Sherri--mom

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