ELEVATE by SP Grace: The College Smarter Method

Revolutionize Your Child’s College Admissions Journey: A Proven Method to Help Them Stand Out

Why Work with Us?

We’re Experts in Professional and Career Readiness.

Unlike other college coaching programs that might dabble in career development, our entire business revolves around building professionals for every phase of their lifecycle. Helping college-bound students is a natural extension of what we do best.

We Have Real Results.

Dr. Carmen’s track record speaks for itself: her students have been accepted into top-tier schools and, more importantly, found paths that genuinely suit their passions and aspirations.

We’re Not a Gimmick—We’re a Movement.

Our mission is to change the way families think about and approach the college admissions process—making it more personal, strategic, and empowering.

Ready to Level Up? Get Exclusive Guidance from Dr. Carmen!

Our signature offering begins with a transformative workshop led by Dr. Carmen, who has spent years honing this methodology. In this session, she’ll guide parents and students through:

  • A Deep Dive into the core principles of our revolutionary approach.
  • Interactive Exercises that help clarify each student’s unique value and direction.
  • Actionable Next Steps so you leave with a clear plan—no guesswork, no confusion.

You’ll also get a preview of our comprehensive suite of support materials—animations, videos, infographics, and more—designed to make the journey engaging and effective.

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Say goodbye to overwhelming stress and cookie-cutter approaches. Discover a methodology that sparks real growth and helps your child shine—on applications, in interviews, and beyond.


If you’re a parent feeling the weight of college admissions stress, you’re not alone. Junior and senior years can be nerve-wracking—not just for students, but for you as well. How do you help your child truly stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape?

We have a solution. At SP Grace, we’ve developed a revolutionary approach that goes far beyond tweaking essays or focusing solely on test scores. Our unique methodology helps students elevate their personal brand, highlight what makes them truly unique, and become “college smarter” faster!

It’s not about adding more stress to your child’s life. We help unlock who they already are, showcasing their strengths in a strategic way, and setting them up to thrive in college and career.

Why ELEVATE by SP Grace is Different

A Fresh Perspective

Rather than the traditional college coaching approach of zeroing in on test prep and essay corrections, we take a holistic look at your student’s strengths, passions, and potential. Our focus is on thoughtfully and strategically revealing their distinctive qualities to admissions committees.

Proven & Credible

Our method isn’t a gimmick. Dr. Carmen has guided students who’ve gone on to Harvard, NYU, the University of Michigan, Emory, and many other institutions—often landing in places that are not only great schools and programs but are the right fit for them, academically and personally.

Development That Lasts

While we cannot guarantee acceptance to a particular school, we equip students with tools they’ll use beyond the admissions process—like clarity in personal branding, higher-level critical thinking about their career interests, and articulation of their unique story. These skills matter when helping them secure internshipsjobs, and other opportunities down the road.

A Unique “College Smarter” Approach

Imagine helping your young person learn not just how to get into college, but also how to thrive once they’re there. Our program elevates their ability to think and talk about important issues in a way that gives them a leg up in the competitive application process.

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What You'll Get

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Personal Brand Discovery

Guided exercises and coaching to help your child pinpoint what truly sets them apart—their interests, strengths, and experiences that demonstrate passion and potential.

Strategic Positioning

Tools, templates, and expert insight on aligning their accomplishments and activities with their future goals.

Stress-Less Pathway

High school years can be overwhelming enough. We meet students (and parents) where they are, crafting plans that make sense and are not anxiety-inducing.

Long-Term Benefits

From college applications to internship resumes, the benefits they get here will continue to serve them through every stage of their career journey.

Ready to Get Started?

Secure Your Spot in our upcoming strategy workshop with Dr. Carmen.

Don’t let admissions stress overshadow this exciting chapter in your family’s life. Let’s partner up and help your young person shine on every application—starting right now!