Help us improve US college admissions guidance!

We’re exploring how AI can simplify college admissions. If you’re a parent or student who is looking to get into a US undergraduate degree, your feedback will help us create a smarter, more personalized advisor. This survey takes less than 3 minutes to complete.

Section 1: Background Information

Are you a:

Parent of a middle or high school student

Student

Other (please specify)

What grade is the student currently in?

A

7th

B

8th

C

9th

D

10th

E

11th

F

12th

G

Other (Specify)

How familiar are you with the college admissions process?

A

Very familiar – I know most of the steps.

B

Somewhat familiar – I know some steps but need guidance.

C

Not familiar – I find the process confusing.

Section 2: Pain Points in College Admissions

What is the most challenging part of the college admissions process? (Select up to 3)

Finding the right colleges that fit my academic & financial needs

Understanding what I need to do at each stage (timelines, requirements)

Building a strong extracurricular & academic profile

Writing college essays & applications

Preparing for standardized tests (SAT/ACT)

Understanding financial aid & scholarships

Other (please specify)

Have you or your student received any professional college admissions guidance (e.g., private counselor, school counselor, online services)?

Yes, from a private college counselor

Yes, from a school counselor

Yes, from online tools/websites

No, I have not received any guidance

If you have used any of these services, what frustrations or limitations have you faced?

Would you be interested in an AI-powered advisor that provides personalized college recommendations and step-by-step guidance on what to do and when?

A

Yes, definitely

B

Maybe, I’d like to learn more

C

No, I don’t think I need this

Section 3: Features & Preferences

What features would you find most useful in an AI-powered college admissions advisor? (Select all that apply)

Personalized college recommendations based on student profile

Step-by-step guidance on what to do and when (e.g., test prep, extracurricular)

Deadline tracking and reminders for applications, scholarships, and tests

Essay review and feedback

Financial aid and scholarship recommendations

Other (please specify)

If such a service existed, how would you prefer to access it?

Mobile app

Website

Chat-based AI (e.g., chatbot, text messages)

Email-based guidance

Other (please specify)

Help us improve US college admissions guidance!

Section 1: Background Information

Are you a:

What grade is the student currently in?

How familiar are you with the college admissions process?

Section 2: Pain Points in College Admissions

What is the most challenging part of the college admissions process? (Select up to 3)

Have you or your student received any professional college admissions guidance (e.g., private counselor, school counselor, online services)?

If you have used any of these services, what frustrations or limitations have you faced?

Would you be interested in an AI-powered advisor that provides personalized college recommendations and step-by-step guidance on what to do and when?

Section 3: Features & Preferences

What features would you find most useful in an AI-powered college admissions advisor? (Select all that apply)

If such a service existed, how would you prefer to access it?

Section 4: Final Thoughts

What would make you trust and use an AI-powered college advisor?

Would you be open to a follow-up chat or beta testing this tool? (If yes, drop your email below)