A Smarter Strategy for the College Journey
Personalized college advising from a former high school counselor with 17+ years helping students navigate admissions.
Personalized college advising from a former high school counselor with 17+ years helping students navigate admissions.
Families have access to more college information than ever before. But knowing where to look and knowing what actually matters isn't always clear.
From academics, extracurriculars, testing, college selection, applications, essays, scholarships, and financial aid, the decisions can quickly become overwhelming.
Eagle turns all of that information into a personalized strategy for your student.
Understand their strengths, interests, goals, personality, and potential.
Make intentional decisions around academics, extracurriculars, testing, leadership,
and experiences.
Identify colleges that align with the student's goals, not simply the highest-ranked schools.
Develop an authentic application that connects the student's experiences, strengths,
and aspirations.

Build the Foundation

Build the Profile

Build the Strategy

Execute the Plan
Build a personalized roadmap from freshman year through enrollment.
Identify schools that fit the student's academic, personal and financial goals.
Make intentional decisions that strengthen the student's profile.
Create a cohesive application designed around the student's story.
Help students discover and communicate what makes them unique.
Identify opportunities and make informed financial decisions.
With over 17 years working as a high school counselor, April has guided hundreds of students and families through the college planning and admissions process.
Every student receives a customized admissions strategy designed around their academic strengths, interests, extracurriculars, and college goals.
Students receive step-by-step support to develop compelling essays and polished applications that authentically showcase their story.
Expert guidance is provided for the University of California system, the Common Application, and other selective universities to help students navigate each application successfully.
April Maniscalco, founder of Eagle College Advising, has dedicated over 17 years to providing college admissions guidance as a high school guidance counselor in California. With a Master’s in Educational Counseling, a Pupil Personnel Services Credential, and a College Counseling Certificate from UCLA, she combines her professional expertise with a proven track record of success.
Her students have gained acceptance to Ivy League universities, top private colleges, UC campuses, and state schools nationwide. April offers personalized counseling that brings clarity, confidence, and peace of mind to families as they navigate the complex world of college admissions for their students.
Students have earned admission to hundreds of universities nationwide, including Stanford, Georgetown, UCLA, UC Berkeley, NYU, Vanderbilt, and other highly respected institutions.
Stanford • Georgetown • Tufts • Vanderbilt
NYU • Boston University • Villanova • USC • Boise State
UC Berkeley • UCLA • UC San Diego • UC Davis • Fordham
University of Michigan • UNC Chapel Hill • Texas • Florida
Cal Poly SLO • Clemson • Pepperdine • Baylor • UC Santa Barbara
SDSU • Point Loma Nazarene • Clemson. • University of San Diego
University of Michigan • MIT • University of Oregon •
University of Georgia • UC Irvine • Pepperdine. • Westmont
Vanguard • Loyola Marymount • Occidental College • Chapman
And many more.
Our families have been admitted to universities across the country, including highly selective institutions and top public universities.
Personalized, step-by-step guidance through the entire college admissions process from building a strong college list and developing extracurricular strategy to completing applications and submitting polished essays.

One-on-one coaching to help students develop authentic, compelling essays that showcase their unique story and stand out to admissions committees.

Flexible advising sessions for families who need targeted guidance on specific topics such as college selection, application strategy, essay feedback, or admissions timelines.
I am happy to meet in person within the Boise, Idaho area or connect virtually to provide college admissions guidance, financial aid assistance, and personalized counseling.
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