First Step College Prep - College Admissions Counseling

First Step College Prep is a student‑centered college admissions coaching service dedicated to making the path to college clear, accessible, and confidence‑building for families. Founded by award-winning educator and mentor Josh Prater, the program blends expert guidance with a warm, structured approach that helps students tell their stories, build strong applications, and navigate every step of the admissions process. With a focus on essays, college list development, scholarship strategy, and long‑term readiness, First Step College Prep empowers students and families to approach college admissions with clarity, purpose, and a plan that reflects who they are and where they want to go.