Star Map gives you the coordinates — and the counselor.
A self-paced college planning course with live Q&A access to Robin Colt, covering every stage from 9th grade through move-in day.
Your student's application is a constellation. The grades, activities, essays, and recommendations are already there - individual stars waiting to be connected into a single, coherent picture that admissions readers can recognize and remember. Star Map is the course that teaches them how to do that, from 9th grade through decision day, built by a UCLA-certified college counselor with 15 years in the classroom and one-on-one with students.
Star Map's curriculum has been adopted by college prep institutions from Colorado to Connecticut. The same content is available here, directly to students and families.
$950
One-Time Purchase, Lifetime Access
✓ 8 modules covering every stage, freshman year through decision day
✓ 5+ hours of video instruction, self-paced, watch anytime
✓ Three live and recorded Q&A webinars with Robin year — September, November, and April
✓ Student Guidebook with in-depth exercises, reflection prompts, and step-by-step checklists for every stage of the process
✓ Essay Guidebook covering the Personal Statement and Supplemental Essays
✓ College Research Tracker with dedicated tabs for every stage — school research, campus visits, testing, essays, financial aid, and more
✓ 8 Special Topics lessons to choose from
Founding member pricing:
$200 off through July 31st. Use code FOUNDING200 at checkout.
SOUND FAMILIAR?
Most families don't know where to start — or what comes next.
The college process spans four years and involves dozens of decisions: courses, testing, activities, essays, applications, and financial aid. Most students figure it out as they go, which means missed opportunities and last-minute scrambles.
Star Map gives students and families a clear sequence from the beginning — so nothing falls through the cracks, and no deadline catches you off guard.
WHAT SETS STAR MAP APART
A self-paced course with a real expert in your corner.
Most online courses leave you on your own once you hit play. Star Map includes three live Q&A webinars with Robin, held at the moments in the admissions calendar when families need answers most.
INSIDE THE COURSE
Eight modules. Every stage of the process.
Star Map covers the full arc of college planning across 8 modules and 5 hours of video. Each module includes a student guidebook, exercises, and clear action steps.
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Choose your own adventure! Select the topics that are relevant to you.
LIVE WITH ROBIN
Three Live Q&A Webinars - Included with Enrollment
Bring your questions. Robin answers them live. All sessions are recorded and available to every student who enrolls.
September
Application season kickoff — strategy, timelines, and what to prioritize now
November
Deadline crunch — early decision, regular deadlines, and what's next
April
Decision season — comparing offers, financial aid, and committing with confidence
Recordings included for all enrollees — no need to attend live.
WHAT FAMILIES SAY
Students and parents who’ve worked with Robin.
"Robin's personalized approach gave us so much confidence, and her organization kept the process on track and manageable. Our daughter not only found her best-fit college but also received substantial merit aid."
— M.J., Parent
"Robin was able to get my son on track quickly, offering a clear, direct plan plus extremely valuable support. She took the stress off our plate. We couldn’t have done it without her."
— T.L., Parent
YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Robin Colt
Robin Colt is an independent college counselor based in Carbondale, Colorado. She holds a Certificate with Distinction in College Counseling from UCLA and has spent more than 15 years working with students at every stage of the college planning process — from first-generation applicants to legacy admits, from athletes navigating recruiting to students still figuring out what they want to study. She has worked with students at Colorado Rocky Mountain School and college access programs, and visits campuses nationwide each year to stay current on admissions trends, culture, and what schools are actually looking for. Her private practice is referral-based and intentionally small. She works closely with a limited number of students each year, and Star Map was built to bring that same depth of expertise to families who want a self-directed path through the process.
Star Map Course FAQs
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Star Map is most valuable for students starting in 9th through 11th grade. Seniors will find the essay, application, financial aid, and decisions modules to be particularly timely and helpful.
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The course is designed to be taken in sequence, but each module stands on its own. Module 8 highlights special topics, meant to personalize your journey. Complete the lessons that are relevant to you.
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No. All three sessions will be recorded and available to every enrollee. Attending live lets you ask questions in real time, and the recordings cover everything discussed.
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Star Map gives you the framework, vocabulary, and plan. For students who want one-on-one support with essays, college list decisions, or application strategy, Robin's individual consulting packages are available separately.
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Most families work through it over a full academic year, revisiting modules as they become relevant. Each lesson is designed to be watched in a single sitting and returned to as needed.
Find your North Star.
Star Map is Your Guide.
Give your student the structure and knowledge to move through college planning with confidence — from the first course selection to move-in day.