Strategic College Consulting, LLC - Irvine, California

Matilde Pableo

Dr. Brian Haig was an invaluable resource for our son’s college application process. He patiently guided us on a journey that seemed stressful and impossibly overwhelming. Thanks to him and his knowledge of the process, we were able to handle all that came with applying to college. Dr. Haig was extremely knowledgeable, available, and took the time to get to know our son to coach him effectively. He walked us through the search and application process and really helped our son write some excellent essays and build well rounded applications. Our son received many acceptances to his choice colleges. We loved working with him so much that he is now working with our daughter on her applications. We highly recommend Dr. Haig.

David

My daughter started with Dr Brian Haig, in the summer after the 9th grade. I had some difficulty getting her to SCC but after she had a great 9th grade year, I wanted her to make a plan for college. I should be honest and say that there was resistance in getting her to SCC as she said noone else she knew was doing this .. Thankfully my daughter saw the value of solid college consulting that was indivisually tailored. A plan was made to develop a college application that told a story and showcased her strength. I want to add that when I had questions or concerns about the process, which was not often, Dr Haig would make every effort to talk things through with me in an honest and respectful way. She wanted to go to Wharton undergraduate for business but landed at UC Berkeley Haas undergraduate which I could not have been happier with. I want to add it is best to start SCC earlier than later in high school. Gratitude, Dr Brian Haig.

Eden Berhan

We had the pleasure of working with Dr. Jeff Haig throughout my daughter’s college application journey, starting mid her sophomore year, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the start, Jeff was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive. He took the time to get to know my daughter, understanding her strengths, aspirations, and unique qualities, which made all the difference in crafting a compelling and authentic application. He was always available to answer questions, provide guidance, and offer encouragement when the process felt overwhelming. His expertise in navigating the complexities of college admissions was invaluable. He provided insightful feedback on essays, helped my daughter explore a range of schools that truly fit her needs, and ensured every detail was meticulously attended to.

Thanks to Jeff, my daughter was accepted into top engineering programs at USC (where she will be attending), UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Purdue, UIUC, and many more. She couldn’t have done it without him.

Eden Havel

I started working with Brian at the end of my sophomore year. I was a little bit late to the game, with not great grades, and big hopes that somehow I could find my way to my dream school. Upon meeting his students, Brian immediately becomes their number one fan—his only intention is to bring students to realize and reach their fullest potential. His encouragement, wisdom, resources, and enthusiasm made this dream of mine feel more and more possible. And even more importantly, it motivated me to pursue the path less travelled and challenge myself to become a student that I was proud of, no matter what the outcome with colleges. I just found out yesterday that I was accepted to UCLA! I couldn't wait to call Brian, and I will forever be grateful for his passion and consideration of each individual student that he works with.

Luis

Dr. Brian Haig was an instrumental figure in guiding me to success in the college application process.

I never would have known all the different components that go into successful college applications if it weren’t for him. Dr. Haig guided me into leading several successful school and personal organizations, which greatly helped my profile.

Thanks to Dr. Haig, I will be studying at a Top-5 International Business program in the country this fall. I couldn’t be more grateful for the guidance and support he provided to me and other students.

Max Keller

I am beyond grateful for the incredible support and guidance I received from Dr. Brian Haig, which helped me gain admission to UC Berkeley and many other schools.

Dr. Haig truly puts in 110% effort for his students. He was available around the clock, always ready to provide thoughtful advice and listen to any concerns I had. His constructive feedback was invaluable and helped me grow significantly as a writer.

From crafting compelling essays to navigating the application process, Dr. Haig's personalized approach and unwavering commitment were evident every step of the way. He made the entire experience less stressful and more manageable, ensuring that I was always on the right track.

If you're looking for a counselor who genuinely cares about your success and will go above and beyond to help you achieve your goals, I highly recommend Dr. Brian Haig.

Kate Hovland

Without Dr. Brian Haig, I would not have gained admission to my dream school, USC. He knew exactly how to organize an overall strategy and dial in the details of my story to make it stand out from other applicants. His knowledge of the complex admissions process and understanding of what to emphasize in my essays and application configuration was top-notch. He and his brother Dr. Jeff Haig, would add their advice to support my application. Dr. Brian and Jeff Haig are passionate and detail-oriented. Most importantly, Dr. Brian Haig brought forth hope and confidence to a stressful application process. If you are serious about your dream school, Dr. Brian and Jeff Haig are my biggest recommendations.

Kate Hovland

K

I am so glad that I got to work with Dr. Brian Haig! He was always incredibly organized, efficient, and friendly during all of our meetings. I loved how we always set goals between each meeting to keep me on track with college applications, turning it in a relatively stress-free process. He gave me very constructive feedback on all of my essays and was always happy to provide direction in any other areas. While Dr. Haig always had advice and tips to give, I never felt like he was forcing me to do things I didn't want to do. And due to his guidance and support, I was admitted into many universities and will be attending UC Berkeley in the fall. Thanks Dr. Haig!