Client Testimonials

"First and foremost, Sandy is an outstanding communicator. She spent time getting to know my daughter and us. Perhaps the most helpful service that Sandy offers is narrowing down the myriad of college choices that fit my daughter's specific needs and interests. All of her choices for Kara were spot on! Sandy's assistance was invaluable, especially when it came to keeping our daughter on track with several college application deadlines and processes. Kara appreciated the essay review and support with merit scholarship applications. We are incredibly grateful for Sandy's expertise as we navigated the road ahead to college. Thank you so much, Sandy!
​___Krista G. (Webster)

"I cannot thank you enough for guiding me to find my perfect college.  You really helped me to get in the direction that I wanted to go in but didn't know how to start. You gave me a push when I needed it and I can't thank you enough for that. You are amazing at what you do.  Thank you again.
--Sophia B. (Spencerport)


"Hi Sandy-I just wanted to reach out and say thank you because I just got into the UofR!! I really appreciate the help that you gave me with my application and keeping me on track, and again I seriously can't thank you enough."  --Evan N. (Rochester)

​After meeting with Sandy the first time, it felt like a huge weight was lifted. It was already November of my daughter’s senior year, and she needed a gentle push to get things done. Her common application was almost complete and she had started her essay, but seemed stuck. Friends were already far ahead in the process and we felt a bit overwhelmed and behind. Then, we found Sandy! She was the perfect balance of knowledge, encouragement and focus. She looked over my daughter’s Common App and helped tweak it to highlight her strengths. She reviewed her top college choices and provided honest advice about options and next steps. Sandy also helped hash out her college essay topic by asking questions and helping Hanna figure out what she really wanted to say. She gave her the needed push and confidence to get it done. Within a couple days, her application and her essay were ready to submit and a few weeks later acceptance letters started arriving. I would highly recommend Sandy to anyone starting the college application process...the sooner the better! If we had met with her sooner, it would have alleviated some unnecessary stress. 
-Colleen Atallah (Webster, NY)

"When I first started with Sandy I was a stressed out incoming Senior who had no idea how to tackle applying to a university let alone 20.  Although, as I got to work with Sandy, I can honestly say I not only tackled this feat but Sandy helped me do it with no stress.  To me stress is what drives a student crazy whether it be college applications, school, and even testing.  Sandy took me under her wing and made the application process smooth and easy. If you are looking for a college coach please do not look any further!"
--John K. 
American University
Class of 2024




"Sandy's help with the entire college process was invaluable from start to finish.  We were overwhelmed at what is involved in the forms, visits, applications, interviews, essays, etc.  She set a great roadmap for our family and was there to guide with tremendous advice every step of the way.   I was particularly impressed with how she started the process, meeting with our daughter one on one, without us.  My daughter felt very comfortable talking with Sandy and expressing her thoughts and she helped bring the anxiety levels down for all of us.  There are deadlines, paperwork, questions that need to be asked, and Sandy kept all that on track for us in a manageable way.  Sandy also helped in finding some schools that were a good fit for my daughter that we did not think of prior.  Great thing was that she ended up picking one of those schools and is very happy there!     Sandy was a great resource and we were happy to have her in our corner!"
--Alan S. (Parent)
     Webster





"I am now a freshman in college and using The Road Ahead College Consulting Services was the best choice I ever made. Before I started working with Sandy, the thought of applying for college was absolutely terrifying. I was unsure where I wanted to go, how to use the Common App, how to begin writing my essay, how to ask for recommendations, how to apply for scholarships and so much more. Sandy sat down with me for countless hours walking me step by step through everything I needed to do. She is outgoing, personable and VERY knowledgeable. I highly recommend Sandy, she will take all your unnecessary stress away! "--
--Julia N. (Student)
Webster


Sandy was indispensable getting us through the college application and admission process for our son. She was accessible and always ready with great advice and guidance. Now that our son is ready to study engineering at RIT in the fall, we will retain Sandy to help us with our daughter's college placement.
--Evan S. (Parent)
Pittsford

"There are not enough words to describe what a pleasure it has been to work with Sandy through this process. From the summer of our son's junior year all the way through the end of his senior year Sandy has been an integral part. She answered our questions, researched information and was a support system through every stage. Even after all of the applications were filled out and sent in, Sandy continued to stay in close contact with our son and us to answer additional questions. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Sandy and we highly recommend her services to any family looking for support during the college search!"
​--Sharon G. (Webster)




"​I can¹t thank you enough for going above and beyond professional expertise. We
are so thankful to have found you! You made such an anxious and daunting experience manageable.
You are so helpful and comfortable. Grant felt a huge sense of relief working with you because you made him feel like there were positive possibilities ahead for him! I feel like we have known you for years!! I would strongly recommend you to anyone! Thank you!!!!!!!..."
 -- Patti  (Parent)
​Rochester


"Thank you so much for helping me through this process, you made it so simple and efficient so thank you so, so, so much!"
---Elena (Rochester)
University of Pittsburgh
Class of 2026

"You are a dream to work with and have made this process so much more manageable during a very crazy time. I could not have done this without you"
--Kristin W. (Parent) Pittsford

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" You have been our rock and our inspiration! Thank you Sandy!! - Nicole R. (Parent)


"Our family has had the honor of working with Sandy for the first 3 of our children and will certainly continue for the rest. Her knowledge of the processes, actions and steps necessary during a college search/application helped immensely and her experience in the industry gave us comfort in her recommendations. Sandy provides a true white-glove experience being available and always communicates. We recommend her to all our friends. It’s a grueling process but Sandy makes it fun. "  --Tarak B. (Parent)






"Sandy is awesome! She is extremely efficient and goes above and beyond what is expected. She provided continued support even after my college acceptance process was over. Sandy keeps you on task, makes you accountable, and offers an objective perspective that truly added a tremendous amount of value."
-- Cassandra H. (Student)
       Webster
RIT, Class of 2020




"Sandy’s assistance with the college admissions process was invaluable.   Sandy was able to help us through the mystique of the admissions process and she not only increased our odds in the college admissions game, but helped us get accepted into all of the colleges we applied to!    Sandy helped our daughter perfect her application, advise on studies and classes, aided in her career and major choice, and researched college programs. Sandy helped us narrow down schools.  Sandy helped us fill out the common app so that it was perfect. She also proofed other applications and helped/advised/proofed essays. One of the most valuable pieces of the process was Sandy keeping track of deadlines and making sure that everything was done on time and flawless.  Sandy is a source for reliable answers to any questions you might have.  Sandy also acted as a mediator between us and our daughter, when needed. Sandy also helped us with the financial aid process as well.  After we received the college acceptances we wanted, Sandy helped us understand what college costs would truly be by educating us on what to expect for merit, financial aid, and what scholarships to apply to. " 
 -- Mike D.  (Parent)
​     Webster






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"With one in college and another on the way, you would think the college application process would have become somewhat second nature. Not the case and this is where Sandy came in. There are so many important decisions to be made and things can quickly become overwhelming to even the most studious high school senior. Sandy was an answer to our prayers. She went above and beyond in providing guidance and giving direction in areas that we could not. As parents, you want the best for your children and seeing our daughter come home after meeting with Sandy, beaming with confidence was one of the best gifts. I would highly recommend Sandy. She will make the most daunting process seem like a walk in the park. Thank you Sandy!"
-Bob and Lindsay Frink

"Whether your child knows which college he/she wants to attend, it will still be beneficial to consult with Sandy! Sandy guided us through the entire college process with such expertise and professionalism. We saved so much more money having Sandy as our college expert, as she knows which colleges offer the best scholarships and which colleges would meet our daughter’s needs. Sandy considers the family, the prospective college student’s career path, size of school, finances, community feel, etc… I have recommended Sandy to so many friends, and for each friend who met with Sandy, they were so grateful to have a kind-hearted person like her to help them with this overwhelming college search and process! We know our daughter is attending the perfect college for her without the exorbitant amount of debt she could’ve accrued. Thank you, Sandy! We are forever grateful!"
​-- Dan & Kelly H. (Webster)

"Extremely helpful, honest, and easy to talk to. As a senior, I definitely recommend her service! I am so glad I had her help me with my college decision because this process is not easy. Having someone as experienced as Sandy was beyond helpful. Thank you Sandy!!"
--Lily H. 
Pittsford
Penn State
Class of 2025


​"Hi Sandy! Thank you so much! I still remember how much you helped me with my college applications -- I certainly still appreciate the help and I'm happy where it's led me..."
--Alex B. (Student)
Georgetown University   Class of 2014

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"I can't tell you enough how much we appreciate all that you have done for us! We definitely wouldn't be where we are today in this entire process without you!! Your expertise and knowledge as well as your wonderful personality made it a painless process!..."
--Angela H. (Parent)
​East Rochester




"We cannot begin to thank you enough for all of your help during this process. You were so patient with us and yet firm when he needed a push to get moving. You were always available to answer his many questions-your support and advice helped him to navigate the terrain with confidence... "
  --  Mary Ellen B. (Parent)        Brockport

​"Hi Sandy, I just wanted to let you know that I made my decision to attend Villanova!! Thank you so much for all your help you made this process a lot easier and less stressful! :)"...
--Lauren D. (Student)
    Penfield




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