A smarter path to college admissions success.

College Unlimited guides high school students and their families through the college search, application and admissions process, one student at a time.

Jodi Gershoni and Denise Bynum, founders of College Unlimited
Jodi Gershoni & Denise BynumIndependent educational consultants · HECA & NACAC members

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Applying to college is an exciting time for students, one filled with hope and vision toward a successful future. Yet in today’s complex world, college admissions has become associated with heightened anxiety and stress. With the right planning, this does not have to be the case.

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The ultimate goal of College Unlimited is to identify schools that are going to inspire students and provide them with a “good fit” home where they can study, explore, and enjoy their time as undergraduates.

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Our mission is to work with students and families, helping to create a smarter path for the student to achieve academic and career success. We teach students to own the process, and we advise every step of the way.

Our students get accepted

HarvardDukeRiceGeorgetownMichiganUCLANorthwesternMiddleburyUT AustinVirginiaWake ForestCarnegie MellonTCUWilliam & MaryNYUand 80 more

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Worth every penny.

As a parent, I saw that Denise easily broke down the college application and admissions process into steps that were manageable and helped Caroline affirm her decision process. Caroline had evaluated and visited many colleges and 100% trusted the process and did the work, helping the whole thing be less stressful. There was no need for me to hover or worry – it was an investment well spent to watch Caroline grow and achieve her dream on her own!

Chris, parent

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What we do

Five ways we help, from freshman year to the final decision.

Academic & resume advising

A smart course plan and an activity resume that shows colleges the whole student.

College selection

A list of good-fit schools built around academics, social life, finances and career path.

Application advising

One master timeline, every deadline tracked, nothing submitted late.

Essay brainstorm & advising

Topics that say who you really are, and feedback on every draft.

College decision counseling

Help weighing acceptances, aid offers, deferrals and waitlists.

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For 9th, 10th and 11th graders

Not ready for one-on-one advising yet? Start with RouteReady™.

Our online college-prep curriculum walks students through one short lesson a month, from building study habits to mapping a college list, so they arrive at senior year prepared instead of panicked.

Explore RouteReady

“Calm preparation, not panic.”
32 monthly lessons · $26/month · built by Jodi and Denise

Let’s talk about your student.

Tell us a little about where they are, and we’ll follow up to set up a first conversation. No commitment.

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