Frequently Asked Questions

Lumen Prep is an educational consulting service dedicated to providing deeply personalized, holistic university and college preparation for high school students. We specialize in a unique, long-term mentorship model that guides students on a journey of self-discovery, purposeful leadership, and authentic storytelling, helping them not only gain admission to best-fit institutions but also to thrive as self-aware and confident individuals.

While school counselors do incredible work, they often have a very high student-to-counselor ratio, limiting the amount of personalized attention each student can receive. Lumen Prep fills this gap by offering:

• Deeply Personalized Mentorship: We build a one-on-one, trusting relationship with your student over several years.

• Holistic Development: Our focus is on the whole person—supporting academic, personal, and emotional growth—not just application mechanics.

• Long-Term Strategy: We begin working with students as early as 9th grade to build a strong, intentional foundation for their entire high school journey.

Yes, our core service is a continuous, one-on-one mentorship program designed to guide students through their entire high school journey. We believe the most powerful preparation starts early, allowing us to help students build an authentic profile and discover their voice over time.

We do, however, offer shorter-term packages for students who may be joining us later in high school.

No, you can join Lumen Prep any time during your high school career.

Our program is structured to align with a student's development. Here's a quick overview:

• 9th Grade: We focus on self-discovery and values exploration to help you find your voice.

• 10th Grade: We work together to define your path, align your academic choices, and begin a personal leadership project.

• 11th Grade: We focus on owning your story and articulating your experiences to build a college list that fits who you are.

• 12th Grade: We provide full support for application execution, essay review, and scholarship guidance, helping you step into your future with confidence.

We measure success in two key ways. First, our strategic guidance and expertise helps students gain admission to best-fit institutions and secure scholarships. Second, and equally important, we focus on a student's personal growth, including increased self-awareness, clarity of purpose, a stronger sense of confidence, and the ability to articulate their own authentic story.

Our application support is comprehensive and hands-on. It includes:

• Building a balanced, best-fit college list.

• Assistance with all aspects of the application process.

• Essay brainstorming, structured writing exercises, and review.

• Interview preparation.

• Guidance on scholarship applications and financial aid.

Yes. Our 12th-grade support specifically includes guidance on applying for scholarships that can make your student's next steps more accessible. We work with students to identify and apply for opportunities that match their profile and aspirations.

Our services are available both in-person and virtually. We offer flexible meeting options to accommodate your family's schedule and location within the Dallas area and beyond.

Because our services are deeply personalized, our fees are tailored to each student's needs. We offer various packages and payment structures, which are discussed in detail during our free initial consultation. We are a premium service designed to provide a transformative and high-value experience.

The first step is to schedule a consultation with our team. We'll get to know your student, their unique needs, and your family's goals. This allows us to provide a detailed overview of how we can help and outline a personalized plan. You can easily book a consultation here.