College admissions guidance for 10th grade

The year to build momentum

  • ➜ Hone in on your leadership skills
  • ➜ Expand your extracurricular profile
  • ➜ Develop your passion project

Comprehensive college admissions guidance in 10th grade

By 10th grade, you’ve got the foundations of high school down and you’re ready to take your academic profile to the next level. This is the year to expand your extracurricular profile and build on your leadership skills.

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How's your passion project coming along?

Your coach will help you dive deeper into your favorite clubs by holding a leadership position, spearheading a new initiative, or even creating your own organization.

Explore possible academic and professional career trajectories that align with your favorite academic subjects alongside the guidance of your coach.

Craft and execute a plan to develop and market your passion project with the guidance of your coach. Start a band to uplift senior citizens or build a cause-driven blog; there are infinite ways you can make an impact.

With the help of your coach, apply to pre-college summer programs and internships to explore your potential career. We’ve helped students gain admission to programs such as Yale Young Global Scholars, Iowa Young Writers Studio, and Princeton James Madison Seminars.

Your coach will help you understand the various higher education options for different types of colleges and universities throughout the U.S.

Receive guidance on how to intentionally select courses for the upcoming school year. The grades you earn next year as a junior will be the first ones admissions committees see.

Build on your writing skills alongside your coach. You’ll practice narrative writing through introspection-heavy activities.

Your path to college admissions success in 10th grade

1. Meet your
Prepory coach
2. Set your sophomore
year goals
3. Expand your
extracurricular profile
4. Apply for
summer programs
5. Practice narrative
writing
6. Submit to Annual
Profile Review
7. Select courses
for next year

10th grade annual profile review

Annual Profile Review (APR) is an exclusive program feature that allows 10th grade students to get a glimpse of how an admissions committee would review their application materials.

  • Present an activities list, potential major(s), college list, unofficial transcript, test scores, honors, and any other application materials to the team to critique.
  • Demonstrate your writing skills through early drafts of your personal statements and supplemental essays.
  • Receive feedback and critiques from a team of admissions professionals who will communicate areas to improve upon or where you can strategically pivot to better show your story. With the help of your coach, you’ll use the provided feedback to refine your profile and enhance your writing.
Walk through a sample sophomore APR document with our Program Director, Taylor.

Build a strong extracurricular profile with the help of our expert coaches

Develop your passion
project in 10th grade

Starting a passion project in 10th grade can transform your college application. It’s your chance to show the admissions committee how you can take initiative and make an impact all while fueling your creativity and passions.

Our expert coaches will support you at every step—from brainstorming ideas and crafting a plan to executing your project and sharing your results. Whether you create a nonprofit to champion a cause close to your heart or launch a small business to explore your entrepreneurial side, we’ll help you build a project that truly stands out.

3.37x
more likely to be admitted to a university with an acceptance rate below 20% if you enroll in Prepory by 11th grade

Additional 10th grade
program features

Get periodic notices for structured Parent Check-ins and book a time that aligns with your schedule. You’ll discuss how your 10th grader is progressing through the program and have the opportunity to ask questions.

Submit an unlimited number of summer program application essays, resumes, and supplemental writing materials for comprehensive feedback from our team of Writing Specialists. Our Writing Team is solely focused on providing written feedback with actionable steps to elevate your writing.

Engage with your College Admissions Coach, submit relevant materials, view post-meeting notes, and stay up to date on the latest admissions data for colleges nationwide all through our online program hub.

Thousands of families
trust Prepory

I know that without the guidance, support, and knowledge offered by Prepory, I wouldn’t have had the confidence or know-how to navigate the college admissions process and get to where I am now. Prepory changed my life.
Anthony O. Admitted to the Harvard University and Erasmus Mundus scholarship-winner
Prepory is an awesome service for anyone in the college admission process! They have a team of wonderful individuals who are truly motivated to help you succeed. As a first generation American, the college admissions process was completely foreign to me. Yet, thanks to Prepory, I have been guided throughout the entire process and have learned so much. They have given me the tools I needed to showcase my best self to universities across the U.S. I couldn't thank Prepory enough for their kindness and commitment.
Laura G. Admitted to Duke
Prepory takes the parents out of it (while keeping us updated) and keeps your child on track for the college application process. I feel like we are way ahead of the game and my daughter has gotten a lot out of this program. She's learned how to draft great essays, and has a good list of colleges to target. Her extracurriculars and classes are all well balanced, and she worked with her coach to plan her coursework accordingly. We feel very well prepared and I highly recommend hiring a coach.
Lisa A. Parent of Prepory student
They’ve been helping me since I was a sophomore in high school and it’s been great! They helped me enter Posse and I was actually able to get it! Without their help I don’t think I would’ve gotten it. I get to go to Mount Holyoke College next semester and I couldn’t be more excited and grateful!
Catherine D. Admitted to Mount Holyoke
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OUR STUDENTS HAVE BEEN ADMITTED TO TOP SCHOOLS

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countries
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countries

Trusted by families in over 40 countries for our college admission expertise.

14,000+
students
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students

Over 14,000 students have enrolled in Prepory’s college counseling services worldwide.

2.78x
higher chances
2.78x
higher chances

Our students are 2.78x more likely to be admitted to a college with an acceptance rate below 15%.

Begin your college application journey in 10th grade!

Contact a Prepory college admissions expert to start your college success journey.

Our college admissions experts are here to guide you from where you are to where you should be. Through our comprehensive curriculum and individualized coaching, you are set for success as soon as you connect with us.

Please note that a parent or guardian must be on the consultation for high school students.

Please note that a parent or guardian must be on the consultation for high school students.

Frequently asked questions
for 10th graders

Hiring a college admissions coach in 10th grade ensures you’re starting early with a strong foundation for your college applications. At this stage, students can benefit from guidance in:


  • Developing leadership opportunities and meaningful extracurriculars.
  • Selecting courses that show academic rigor and align with potential career interests.
  • Planning standardized test prep strategies.
  • Building an initial list of target colleges.

By starting early, you’ll have time to explore goals, reduce stress, and stay ahead in the process.

10th grade is the perfect time to take the PSAT, as it introduces you to standardized testing and helps you prepare for the SAT. Your coach can guide you through deciding which test fits you best, understanding your PSAT results, and creating a tailored study plan for the SAT or ACT. Beginning this process early sets a strong foundation for success.

Our coaches guide students in identifying activities they’re passionate about and finding ways to take them to the next level. Whether it’s starting a new passion project, stepping into leadership roles, or deepening your involvement in existing activities, we help you strategize to ensure your extracurriculars align with your future goals and resonate with college admissions officers.

Through one-on-one advising sessions, students meet with their college admissions coach to receive individualized counseling following their 10th grade program milestones. Students work together with their coach to brainstorm, curate, and form their application collateral. These one-on-one advising sessions occur through Zoom video conferences and are 60 minutes long.

Our college admissions team leverages over 100 years of collective admissions experience. Our team is made up of multi-degree academics, former university faculty, former admissions officers, Ivy League writing coaches, and graduates from the nation’s most selective schools.


Students are paired with a college admissions coach based on their availability, academic interests, and area of expertise.


All Prepory college admissions coaches undergo a comprehensive training course before working with their students. This course is designed by our team of former admissions officers from the University of Pennsylvania, University of Chicago, and Brown University.


To learn more about who we are, schedule a free initial consultation.

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