Free consultation

Start with a useful conversation.

The discovery call is a 45-60 minute review of academics, activities, college goals, and financial-aid context. There is no obligation to enroll.

Two simple steps

Complete the intake first. Arete will follow up to confirm an available consultation time.

Step 1

Submit the intake form

Share the student's stage, priorities, and preferred pathway.

Step 2

Confirm a consultation time

After you submit the request, Arete will send available consultation times by email. Direct online scheduling will appear here once connected.

Before the call / 通话前准备

  • Bring current courses and activities. / 准备当前课程与活动清单。 / 准备当前课程与活动清单。
  • Share target colleges if your family has them. / 如已有目标院校,请一并准备。 / 如已有目标院校,请一并准备。
  • Note testing, summer, essay, or financial-aid concerns. / 记录考试、暑期项目、文书或助学金问题。
  • Never send FAFSA, bank, Social Security, or card credentials. / 请勿发送 FAFSA、银行、社保号或银行卡凭证。

Consultation request

Tell us where your family is starting.

This information helps Arete prepare for a useful first conversation. Required fields are marked.

Do not submit Social Security numbers, bank information, FAFSA credentials, or payment-card details.