College Planning Solved

We help your teen apply to college with less stress, so you can finally stop worrying about what’s next.

College Planning is Hard Today

Helping your teen plan for college or a career today feels like a second full-time job. And let’s be honest—you don’t have the time (or patience) for it.

Things have changed since you graduated from high school:

✓ The process is more complicated, competitive, and unclear.

✓ The pressure starts earlier and doesn’t stop.

✓ The internet is full of advice, but none of it is tailored to your kid.

✓ Deadlines, essays, and decisions keep falling on your plate.

✓ You’re juggling reminders, stress, and late-night panic googling.

You want your teen to feel confident, and your home to feel calm again.

Let’s Make it Easy

At ForwardReady U, we guide your teen step-by-step through the essential skills, informed decisions, and practical planning to get their college applications done. We turn “I don’t know” into a plan they can own.

Here’s how we help:

✓ We speak to your teen, not at them. They’ll feel seen, not lectured.

✓ We make it simple. Clear timelines, checklists, and tools—no more late-night guesswork.

✓ We teach application strategy. They’ll grow in confidence, not just competence.

✓ We give you space. Parent dashboards keep you informed—without adding to your plate.

✓ We offer real accountability. Weekly sessions, feedback, and gentle follow-through that doesn’t come from you.

No more overwhelm. No more power struggles. Just a smart, supportive path forward for both of you.

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Which Tier Fits Your Teen Best?

ForwardReady Foundations

$750

A self-paced roadmap for students who want clear guidance and structure without scheduled meetings.

  • Full online Canvas course (7 modules)
  • CounselMore task management + reminders
  • Balanced college list review
  • Financial aid & scholarship resources
  • Decision season resources
  • Parent portal with updates
Best for: Self-driven students who want high-quality guidance at their own pace.
Choose Foundations

ForwardReady Guided

$2,750

Weekly structure, accountability, and targeted guidance throughout the application process.

Includes full access to the ForwardReady U online course.

  • Full online Canvas course (7 modules)
  • Weekly 1:1 progress checks
  • CounselMore task management + reminders
  • Balanced college list support
  • One hour essay review session
  • Financial aid & scholarship guidance
  • Decision season support
  • Email support
  • Parent portal with updates
Best for: Students who can handle essay writing independently but benefit from weekly accountability and clear guidance.
Choose Guided

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Not sure which option is right for your teen?

Schedule a quick call and we’ll walk through the best option for your family.

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Meet the Founders

Maisie Lynch
Founder & CEO

College Counselor, Certified Career Services Provider & National Board Certified Teacher

Maisie brings 20 years of experience as a public high school teacher to ForwardReady U. For the last decade, she has led a College & Career Readiness program where she has helped hundreds of students build balanced college lists, edit their essays, strengthen their applications, and make informed, confident decisions about their futures.

Maisie also serves as an adjunct faculty member at two Community Colleges, is a published author, and is active in state and national career and college associations. She brings both classroom expertise and real-world insight to every family she serves.

Nulty Lynch
Autism & Neurodiversity Consultant

English Department Chair, Certified Teacher, Jeopardy Winner

Nulty brings over a decade of experience as an English & ESOL Department Chair to ForwardReady U. In addition to his leadership in literacy and curriculum, he serves as our Autism & Neurodiversity Consultant.

As an adult diagnosed Autistic person, Nulty combines lived experience with professional expertise to help students navigate both the challenges and strengths of neurodivergence. His insight strengthens our work with students who benefit from clear structure, autonomy-supportive coaching, and strengths-based guidance throughout the college application process.

Have questions before choosing a tier?

We’re here to help. If you’re unsure which option is the best fit for your teen, feel free to reach out. We’re happy to answer your questions, talk through your goals, and guide you toward the right level of support.