Empowering students to navigate the college admissions process with confidence.
Inspire
Students work best when they are focused and have confidence in their ability to succeed. I help students highlight their strengths and build a genuine and compelling narrative that colleges will value.
Guide
My guidance is based on years of experience working inside college admissions at the world’s most elite STEM institute, a state university, and a small college. I use data and supportive resources to guide students toward success.
Support
Valuable advice, guidance and mentorship are key to supporting students through the admissions process. My support is comprehensive and continuous, right up until the final college decision is made.
Less stress, greater confidence, exceptional results.
Astra Admissions, founded by former Admissions Officer Patty Pirone-Rice, guides students and families through every step of the college process. Our guidance is tailored to each unique student, empowering them to showcase their intellect, interests, background, and personal narrative.
“Patty was incredible at keeping me on track, helping me find the right schools, and personalizing my college applications. Without her guidance, I would have been buried under piles of work, unsure of what to do. Thanks to her support and organization, what could have been a completely overwhelming experience felt manageable, and I am now attending Dartmouth, my dream school!”
-Charlie, student, Maryland (Dartmouth)
Our Services
Our Comprehensive College Consulting Package guides students through a unique 5-step Roadmap to College, empowering them to take control of the process while receiving expert advice at every step from a former Admissions Officer.
We help students and families calmly navigate through the noise. The skills students learn through our work together will stay with them not only during their college search but also well into their lives as successful college students and beyond.
“Patty truly helped and guided me throughout my whole college journey. I was so lost and overwhelmed with the whole process but Patty helped keep me on track and get ahead of the deadlines. She turned such a stressful process into something enjoyable and I looked forward to every time I met with her! I strongly recommend Patty and I am so grateful for all of her help.”
-Belle, student, Massachusetts (Northeastern University)
Let’s Talk!
I offer a free 45-minute consultation to learn about your child’s background and goals and discuss my college consulting services and pricing. Let’s talk!