Strategic College Pathways & Decision Matrix™ (EN)

Description

A strategic planning framework that helps families identify the most effective college pathway based on their academic, financial, eligibility, and support realities.

This resource introduces multiple profile-based planning models — including Affordability:

• Maximizer
• Merit Strategist
• Transfer Optimizer
• Career-First Planner;and
• Eligibility-Constrained Strategist

then explains how each profile should approach school selection, financial aid strategy, risk management, and long-term planning.

Designed to help families stop copying other people’s college strategies and start building one aligned with their actual situation.

Ideal for students and parents seeking a more structured, realistic, and financially sustainable path toward college success.

Available in English (EN) or Spanish (ES) — select your language at checkout.

Developed by Karely Paredes, MBA, LSSBB — Global Recognition Award Winner 2026.

Additional information

Language	English (EN), Spanish (ES)