College Planning, Simplified.
6 short video lessons.
Real tools.
Expert coaching if you want it.
FastStart2College gives your student everything they need to apply with clarity and confidence.
The Problem
Most Families Don’t Know Where to Start.
Between applications, deadlines, college visits, and scholarships—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
You want to help your student, but there’s too much information and not enough guidance.
FastStart2College gives you a simple, clear plan that works.
Here’s How It Works:
As Easy as 1-2-3
Step 1: Choose the plan that fits your family
Step 2: Start with the short Videos, Depending on your Package (Foundations,Advanced, or Complete) you will get personal coaching as well.
Step 3: Go through the process with no stress and enjoy your senior year.
FastStart2College 6-Lesson Video Course
Each video lesson is short, clear, and packed with exactly what you need to make smart college decisions—without the overwhelm.
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
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
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
Find a plan that’s right for you.
True DIY
Fast Start Basic
For families who just want the core information—no coaching, no extras.
$99
You Get:
6 short video lessons (each under 15 minutes)
Clear explanations and step-by-step guidance
Covers key topics: timeline, college fit, applications, scholarships, and more
Access through the full application season (May–January)
Option to upgrade later to Foundations or coaching
Budget Friendly
Fast Start Foundations
Self-paced planning for families who want to take action—fast.
$179
You Get:
6 short video lessons (each under 15 minutes)
2 Coaching Sessions
Timeline + senior year checklist
Scholarship tracker
College research worksheet
Recommendation Letter Planning Sheet
What to Do on a College Visit checklist
Access through the full application season (May–January)
Upgrade to coaching anytime
Most Popular
Advanced
Full course + Monthly coaching sessions for families who want personalized guidance.
$579
You Get Everything in Foundations, Plus:
Monthly coaching sessions (Zoom or phone)
Personalized 10–12 School List
Common App Review (excluding essays)
BONUS: Mailed copy of The Ultimate Scholarship Book
BONUS: Digital and physical copy of the FastStart Notebook
Best Deal
Most Popular
Complete
Full course + Unlimited personal coaching and support through submission.
$979
You Get Everything in Foundations, and Advanced Plus:
Unlimited Personal Coaching Sessions (Zoom or phone)
Unlimited email support until apps are submitted
20 Scholarships you can apply for
Help plan who to ask for recommendation letters—and when
Career and Major Coaching Session FREE
BONUS: Mailed copy of The Ultimate Scholarship Book
Common App Review: (Including Essays)
Additional Coaching
Career And Major Clarity
$99
This one-on-one session helps students identify majors and careers that match their strengths, interests, and goals—so they can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Is This For You?
You’re in the Right Place If:
Your student hasn’t received much help from school
You’re feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start
You want structure without spending thousands
You want your student to feel confident, not panicked
You’re ready for a real plan that works
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.
🧐 Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
School counselors have hundreds of students to help. We provide one-on-one, personalized coaching focused on your teen’s unique strengths and goals.
That’s exactly why we created this program! We use proven assessments and coaching strategies to help them discover the right path.
No! We help students considering college, trade schools, and career paths.
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.
Let’s Get Your Student on the Right Track—
Starting Now!
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