Shine Learning

Building a Strong Foundation Over Time

The strongest college applications are built over time.

Shine College Admissions Academy helps students develop the academic skills, confidence, leadership, meaningful experiences and accomplishments that can eventually become the foundation of a strong college application.

Students can begin as early as 6th grade, building skills and exploring their interests before transitioning into college admissions preparation during high school.

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WHAT STUDENTS BUILD

Academic Skills

Goal setting, time management, organization, note-taking, study skills, research and independent learning.

Interests & Experiences

Students explore their interests and turn ideas into meaningful research, leadership, service, entrepreneurial or creative projects.

Leadership & Communication

Students learn to communicate ideas, advocate for themselves, collaborate and lead with confidence.

College Readiness

During high school, students begin preparing for college admissions, including college research, application planning, activities, essays and other application materials.

A PROGRAM THAT GROWS WITH YOUR STUDENT

Stage 1

Middle School

Build the Foundation: Develop strong academic habits, organization, confidence, research skills and interests.

Stage 2

High School

Build the Profile: Turn interests into meaningful projects, leadership, activities and experiences while continuing to strengthen academic skills.

Stage 3

College Admissions

Prepare to Apply: Research colleges, organize experiences, develop an application strategy and prepare materials and essays.

EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE

Students receive access to a private digital learning and planning platform where they can complete lessons, manage projects, track goals, complete college-readiness activities and build a portfolio of their accomplishments and experiences.

FOR PARENTS

When should my student start?

Students can begin the Academy as early as 6th grade. Starting early gives students time to build academic skills, explore interests and develop meaningful experiences before the college application process begins.

Is this just college application help?

No. The Academy develops the student behind the application. Students build academic, leadership, communication, research and project-development skills before transitioning into college admissions preparation.

Can my high school student join if they haven’t participated before?

Yes. College admissions preparation can begin at any point during high school. We meet students where they are and help them determine what they need to focus on next.

What will my student actually do?

Students complete guided lessons and activities, develop academic skills, explore interests, work on projects, track goals and accomplishments, and complete age-appropriate college-readiness activities.

START BUILDING NOW

The college application your student submits later will reflect the skills, experiences and accomplishments they build along the way.

Enroll in the College Admissions Academy