College Planning, Simplified.
Take Control of Your College Journey.
No more guessing about applications, deadlines, or scholarships. We’ll guide you step by step so you feel confident and in control
The Problem
Not Sure Where to Start?
Between essays, tests, and endless deadlines, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. FastStart2College gives you the clarity and plan you need to actually enjoy your senior year while staying on track.
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Free Mini-Course: 6 Short Lessons to Get You Started
Learn the must-knows about college apps, scholarships, and deadlines—on your own time. Quick, practical, and made for students.
FastStart2College FREE 6-Lesson Video Course
🎓 What You’ll Learn in the FastStart2College Course
Each video lesson is short, clear, and packed with exactly what you need to make smart college decisions—without the overwhelm.
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Lesson 1: Know Where You’re Going (and Why)
Before you start applying, you need a clear vision. This lesson helps students get honest about what they want from college—so every decision that follows has a strong foundation.
📝 Includes: “What Do I Want Out of College?” Worksheet -
Lesson 2: Build a College List That Makes Sense
We walk through how to build a smart, balanced list of schools that fit you—not just schools that sound good. Learn how to research and narrow your options without the guesswork.
📝 Includes: Fit Priorities Worksheet + College List Tracker -
Lesson 3: Timeline, Tasks, and What to Do When
A month-by-month roadmap of junior and senior year. Know what to do, when to do it, and how to keep the whole process manageable.
📝 Includes: Monthly Planning Calendar + Visit Checklist
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Lesson 4: Don’t Let Money Be a Mystery
Cut through the confusion around financial aid, scholarships, and true college costs. This lesson helps families have the money talk and make confident, informed choices.
📝 Includes: College Cost Comparison + Financial Aid Starter Guide -
Lesson 5: Applications Without the Stress
From the Common App to recommendation letters—we break it all down and show you how to stay organized, on time, and sane.
📝 Includes: Application Tracker + Top 10 Mistakes PDF
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Lesson 6: What If You Don’t Know What You Want to Do?
Not sure about a major or career path? Totally normal. This lesson helps students explore interests, uncover strengths, and take the pressure off “having it all figured out.”
📝 Includes: Career Tools + Questions to Ask on Campus
Ready for a Clear Plan?
One program. One price. Everything you need to crush the college process without losing your mind.
Fast Start Success Plan
Full course + Monthly coaching sessions for families who want personalized guidance.
$579
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Monthly coaching sessions (Zoom or phone)
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Timeline + senior year checklist
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Scholarship tracker
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College research worksheet
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Recommendation Letter Planning Sheet
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What to Do on a College Visit checklist
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Access through the full application season (May–January)
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10 short video lessons (each under 15 minutes) for All Your College Steps
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BONUS: Mailed copy of The Ultimate Scholarship Book
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BONUS: Digital and physical copy of the FastStart Notebook
Is This For You?
Faststart is Right for You If…
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You feel stressed about deadlines.
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You want to avoid wasting time on things that don’t matter.
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You want someone in your corner who actually knows the process.
Hi, I'm James Kiger
I’ve worked with students and families for over 25 years—as a teacher, counselor, and success coach.
I created FastStart2College to make this process feel doable—not overwhelming.
Whether your student is just starting or needs full support, I’m here to help your family stay on track and succeed.
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🧐 Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
How is this different from a school counselor?
Counselors usually help hundreds of students. That means they don’t always have time to go deep. We make sure you get the focus you need.”
What if I have no idea what I want to do?
That’s exactly why we created this program! We can help you find the right next step whether that is college, a career or even a gap year.
Is this just for students who want to go to college?
No! We help students considering college, trade schools, and career paths.
Can’t I just do this myself?
Yes, you absolutely can! But the real question is—do you have the time to conduct over 25+ hours of in-depth research on careers, colleges, majors, and scholarships while also keeping everything organized?
We do the heavy lifting for you, saving you countless hours of research and making sure your teen has a clear, customized plan without the overwhelm.
Plus, waiting too long or making the wrong choices can cost thousands in missed opportunities. Investing in expert guidance now saves both time and money in the long run.
Start Anytime. The Sooner, the Better.
Most families begin between May and September, but enrollment is open year-round.
Whether you’re early or catching up, FastStart will meet you where you are and help you finish strong.
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