College Torch

We guide students to colleges where they'll thrive and be able to achieve their goals.

05/25/2026

Here at the top five most dangerous activities my Luminary students have done ahead of their college applications. And these are just my own students! What do you think… can you add any to the list?

05/14/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about the college process is that students are supposed to have everything figured out by the time applications begin.

The perfect major.
The perfect college list.
The perfect resume.
The perfect plan.

But most students are still learning who they are, what excites them, how they learn best, and what kind of future they want to build.

That’s normal.

In my experience, students grow the most when they feel supported, guided, and given room to explore thoughtfully, not pressured to have every answer immediately.

The college process should help students move forward with more clarity and confidence over time, not more fear.

That’s why strategy matters so much. A good plan helps families focus on what actually matters right now while giving students space to continue growing into themselves along the way.

At College Torch, that’s exactly what we aim to help families navigate together.

05/11/2026

Many families start college planning with the tasks.

The essays.
The applications.
The college list.
The deadlines.

But the strongest college applications usually start earlier, with strategy and careful planning.

At College Torch, we use our L.I.G.H.T. method to help students build intentional college plans around:

• who they are
• what they care about
• how they take action now
• the impact they want to make
• where and how they'll thrive after high school

Because no two students should follow the exact same path.

The right college strategy can help your teen:
• feel more confident
• avoid missed opportunities and rerouted journeys
• reduce overwhelm and build a more authentic application

If you want help mapping out your teen’s college direction, timeline, and next steps with an expert, our 90-minute Intro Strategy Session is the best place to start.

DM us “STRATEGY” and we’ll respond with the booking link!

03/28/2026

Pretty much all of the application results have been released for the seniors (congrats to our students!) and families of younger students are calling me with questions about the process for their family. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or confused by the college planning process, I’ve put together a no cost, 90 minute live training just for you. We’re going to cover the college search and admissions process, the most crucial steps to take, and how to plan ahead for a stand out application. This is your last call to register! It’s this Sunday 3/29 at 11AM PT. Check us out at our link in bio or comment admissions and I’ll send you the link to learn more and sign up free. Can’t wait to see you there.

03/26/2026

The college admissions process is a whirlwind! It's so confusing that you may not know where to start.

Should your family begin with majors, college lists, applications, financial aid, or scholarships? It can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to figure it out alone.

Join us this Sunday, March 29 at 11 AM PT for 𝗔𝗗𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗨, an informative and affirming event where we will walk through the essentials of the college admissions process from start to finish.

You will leave with the tools, clarity, and confidence to build an effective, future-ready college plan for your teen.

REGISTER HERE: www.collegetorch.com/admissionsu

Let’s get your family on the right path to college.

03/24/2026

Colleges know all sorts of information about you! Yes, they’re tracking you, and they know what emails you open and what links you click. Instead of being THIS STUDENT (who sounds sweet but ended up in such an awkward situation) I recommend using “demonstrated interest” to your advantage to make a good impression and increase your chances of a or ! Comment if you want to know more about demonstrated interest. I love talking about all parts of the college process.

And…… Please don’t forget I’m hosting a free, awesome overview of the college process with strategies and stories of what’s worked for my past students THIS SUNDAY 3/29, so be sure to sign up for that!
www.collegetorch.com/admissionsu

03/22/2026

Don’t forget to register for this much-loved free event for students and families from College Torch! 3/29 Sunday at 11AM PT, Admissions U is a complete overview of the college process with perspectives and strategies from expert college counselor Robert Powers (me) and stories from my past students about how they found their amazing college successes despite challenges that may have been in their way. Register today at www.collegetorch.com/admissionsu and share our Facebook event to get the word out before the big event! See you there. 😀

03/20/2026

One of College Torch's biggest free events of the year is here, and it's open to families in the public! Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 29th 2026 from 11AM PT - 12:30PM PT (2PM ET - 3:30PM ET) on Zoom for Admissions U! We'll go through all the basics of the college process so that parents and students will be prepared for the involved college process ahead of them.

RSVP to our Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1228817452356317/

Please make sure to also register through the official Admissions U 2026 check-in page so you'll get the Zoom link when the event gets close: www.collegetorch.com/admissionsu

I love this event, so I hope you're able to come, share with friends, and spread the good college information far and wide when we're done!

03/19/2026

Here are some great colleges in warm environments! I just spitballed some that came to my head, so please add to this list, because I missed quite a few really good ones!

03/17/2026

Leave no stone unturned in your search for the best college fit! There’s a great kind of academic program that some universities offer, and you may not have heard of it. Co-op programs (short for cooperative education) give students the chance to earn money in college while working one or more semesters AND get credit for it. It’s great for a number of reasons, and it will make your resume shiny and wonderful for employers later. Only some universities, like Northeastern, University of Cincinnati, and Georgia Tech offer it, so if you’re interested, consider making this one of your priority points as you create your college list during your .

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