YOUR PERSONALIZED COLLEGE PLAN
The right list, the right strategy, on time
A list, not a lottery ticket
Answer a few questions about the student, their record, their interests, and what the family can pay. We'll rank the school types that honestly fit, show you what you'd actually pay, and lay out every essay, form, and deadline between today and decision day.
WHY GAIDO
Know Before You Apply
Net Price, Not Sticker
What families in your budget band typically pay at each school type after grants — before anyone falls for a brochure.
Today Through Decision Day
A dated timeline: testing, visits, essays, recommendations, aid forms, early and regular deadlines — nothing missed, nothing late.
HOW IT WORKS
Three steps to a real plan
Most college searches start with a rankings list and a dream school. The good ones start with an honest look at the student and the budget — this gets you there in minutes.
3 PLANS
Choose Snapshot, Plan, or Playbook — from a quick list strategy to the full playbook with application kit, school comparison, positioning, and plan-B scenarios.
1. Choose Your Plan
Pick your depth — a quick snapshot of which school types fit, or the complete playbook for application season.
2. Answer a Few Questions
The student's grade, record, testing, interests, priorities, and the family budget. Takes 2-6 minutes.
3. Get Your Plan
Your personalized College Gaido lands in your inbox within minutes — list strategy, gauges, net price, and timeline.