Partnership Expands College Admissions Support For Students Nationwide
Sacramento-based ESM Prep, a full-service educational services company, today announced its acquisition of Austin-based College Matchpoint, a leader in educational consulting and planning. This partnership strengthens ESM Prep's commitment to empowering students across the country with personalized college counseling and educational support at every stage of their academic journey.
“We are excited to welcome College Matchpoint into the ESM Prep family,” said Katie Levy, CEO of ESM Prep. “By combining our expertise and resources, we can provide even more robust support to students navigating the college admissions process. We will work together as one team to help students confidently achieve their academic and personal goals.”
"At College Matchpoint, we’ve always been dedicated to personalized and ethical college advising," said Lisa Bain Carlton, Founder of College MatchPoint. “Partnering with ESM Prep allows us to expand our reach and continue guiding students through one of the most important milestones in their academic journey, helping them find the right college fit and succeed in the admissions process."
This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for both organizations, enhancing the services available to students nationwide. Together, ESM Prep and College Matchpoint will continue to prioritize personalized, ethical guidance, helping students navigate their academic journeys with confidence and success.
ESM Prep is a Sacramento-based educational services company offering mentorship and support to students, K-12 to graduate school. Founded by Billy Downing, a college admissions expert, ESM Prep provides college counseling, academic tutoring, and standardized test preparation to students in the U.S. and U.K. For more information, visit www.esmprep.com.
ESM Prep is part of Guidewell Education (formerly Stravos), a purpose-driven organization with leading education brands in the U.S. and U.K. Serving over 20,000 students annually, Guidewell Education delivers transformative, student-first experiences. With a focus on confidence-building, skill development, and academic success, Guidewell Education offers personalized support in academic tutoring, college counseling, executive function coaching, and test preparation, empowering each student to reach their full potential. For more information, visit www.guidewelleducation.com.
Founded in 2008 by Lisa Bain Carlton, M. Ed., College MatchPoint is an Austin-based college admissions consulting firm specializing in personalized college counseling, essay coaching, and educational planning. For more information, visit www.collegematchpoint.com.