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.
FastStart2College 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
The plan that’s right for you.
Everything You Need For The College Process
Fast Start Success Plan
Full course + Monthly coaching sessions for families who want personalized guidance.
$579
You Get:
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6 short video lessons (each under 15 minutes)
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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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BONUS: Mailed copy of The Ultimate Scholarship Book
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BONUS: Digital and physical copy of the FastStart Notebook
Additional Coaching
Career And Major Clarity
$99
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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:
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Your student hasn’t received much help from school
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You’re feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start
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You want structure without spending thousands
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You want your student to feel confident, not panicked
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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!
How is this different from a school counselor?
School counselors have hundreds of students to help. We provide one-on-one, personalized coaching focused on your teen’s unique strengths and goals.
What if my teen has no idea what they want to do?
That’s exactly why we created this program! We use proven assessments and coaching strategies to help them discover the right path.
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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