Academic Counseling for Homeschoolers & Transfer Students
CHOICE ACADEMICS
We help homeschoolers and transfer students get into their dream UC school
We provide a tailor-made academic plan that will strengthen your student’s application and greatly increase their chances of getting into the college of their choice.
We help students build a digital portfolio, join an internship at one of our partner companies, schedule online meets with University Ambassadors who will share how they got into the top programs in the country, and much more.
Once you join the Choice family, we become your student’s greatest advocate and partner. Most of all, we provide you the best care at a fraction of the cost.
We Are Here For You
“Without the typical ranking of a regular high school, I knew the path to my children’s dream UC school would take creativity and ingenuity. I discovered a system that works!”
~ Jackie Choi, Founder of Choice Academics
About Jackie
I am the Founder and CEO of Choice Academics. I am a Christian homeschooling mom of three boys and married to my best friend Ray, who is a pastor and a tech entrepreneur. I graduated with a B.A. in English Literature at UC Berkeley where I met my husband.
When I started homeschooling my three kids, it was a daunting process. I wanted the most efficient, strategic pathway into the UC schools. The academic counselors at the community college and at the charter schools could only provide general guidance.
I wanted to know what specific courses to take that could fulfill multiple requirements at once – for UC admissions, future major declaration, and a back up plan to transfer within one year.
Through a lot of research and trial and error, we sent our first two boys to highly competitive schools, UCSB CS and UCB for math. Our third son is still in high school and getting ready for a bright future.
That is why I started Choice Academics: I want to help other homeschooling parents navigate the vast ocean of possibilities as well as avoid potential pitfalls of college prep that homeschoolers uniquely face.
I also help parents with gifted children who decided late in the game to apply for a competitive UC school and desire an accelerated transfer path.
Answers to Common Questions
Is it better to apply as Undecided or with a major?
It has become very difficult to transfer majors from L&S to Engineering at most UCs once you’re in. Let’s see what uniquely suits your app!
Are my extra curriculur activities good enough?
UCs look for quality involvement in extra curriculurs. Let’s take a look at your activities and see how you can level them up!
I barely have any AP or A-G courses. Do I even have a chance?
Yes, you do!
UC encourages homeschoolers to apply. Let’s strengthen your app & showcase your uniqueness!
Why is transferring to the UC in one year a good alternative path?
Acceptance rates are higher for transfers and you save a year or two of tuition. You will also be better prepared for the university level work load.
My Services
Why You Need Me
School and Community College (CC) Academic Counselors are limited.
- Homeschoolers need to take CC and online UC-accredited courses to fulfill high school requirements for UC admissions. I have carefully researched what the best course of action is in order to knock out multiple requirements at once – for high school, college admissions, and potential major declaration.
- School counselors are appointment based and not easily accessible. I will be accessible and responsive to all your inquiries via email, text, zoom, and in person.
- School counselors are spread thin to serve tens, hundreds or more students. I will lift your burden of research and provide ongoing support with strategies that will help your student meet their goals. I will help alleviate the daunting work it takes to navigate the many forms, policies, and restrictions that have been placed upon students who have chosen this unique academic path.
Consultation for UC and Customized Academic Plans at an hourly rate of $60/hr
- A thorough review of your student’s goals, transcripts and activities which will determine recommended pathways for your student.
- Personalized strategies for your student to build up their resume.
- Training for the parent to develop customized academic plans.
- Customized academic plans of what courses to take each semester.
- Resources and connections to build up extra curriculars.
- As much assistance as needed to execute plans.
* If you are financially struggling, please contact us and we will do our best to accommodate you!
- Schedule a Zoom meet-up with one of our University Ambassadors (UA)
- Assessment and recommendations for aspiring Ivy League students
- Application, essay, and resume editing
- Tutoring in writing and composition
- Interview training
- Create and maintain student’s digital portfolio
*Hourly rates apply for above services