“I am writing to say how much we appreciated you being a part of Amy’s college selection experience and preparation. You were a very positive role model for Amy and influenced her to achieve academic excellence in ways her ‘parents’ couldn’t have done (Parents know nothing). She is very excited to be going to University of San Francisco in the Nursing Program. Again, your suggestions and assistance with her essay most likely solidified her acceptance. Thanks again for everything you did for Amy and especially for making this entire process easier for Eric and I. Our referrals also sing your praises. Here’s to your continued success!”

– Eric and Barb Hamilton, Folsom, CA

“Hi Scott, we are naturally thrilled that Brian has been accepted to Stanford! We cannot thank you enough for all your wise guidance, support, hand holding, mentoring,...the list goes on and on! I cannot say enough good things about your services Scott and will and have been spreading word about your great work! Thanks again.”

– Holly Wong, Granite Bay, CA

“Several times in the recent past Gary and I have discussed how ecstatic we are with Rose's acceptance into 6 out of the ten colleges she applied to, especially Columbia University. And, when we went to the Columbia University new student orientation in April we saw what a good match Columbia is for her. I am not sure we would have ever identified Columbia University as being the place for her without your assistance.

You did so many other things to assist Rose. You guided her with her high school course selection. You gave her the pep talk about calculus being the math course that even great math students need to study for. You had the course that helped her to greatly improve her SAT scores and the myriad of other mini courses. And, you helped her understand the importance of her demonstrating leadership and community service.

While the real accomplishment is Rose's for being such an incredible student, test taker and community leader, we (as family) could have never navigated the entire college selection and application process so successfully without you. If you ever need a reference, we would be honored to be one.”

– Susan and Gary Levenson-Palmer, Sacramento, CA

“I do believe that your preparation of application and resume as well as your guidance in writing the essay (the complete package) was the reason that my son got accepted to all the good schools that he did and it allowed him to make the best choice for him.”

– Sonbol Aliabadi, Granite Bay, CA

“Sometimes a mentor, often a sounding board, always an encourager, Scott’s knowledge about a wide variety of college choices and their entrance requirements has been invaluable.”

– Jan Littman, Sacramento, CA

“Future Stars has helped motivate my son to do better in school so that he can go to the college of his choice. My son’s grades have gone up. He is better prepared to take the SAT’s and since working with Future Stars, he has been enthusiastic about college and future goals.”

– Theresa Ragan, Granite Bay, CA

“My son and daughter’s personalities are 180 degrees different, and Scott relates well to both children. I do not think my son would be attending an Ivy League university without his help.”

– Patricia Lyons, Sacramento, CA

“The SAT prep classes are excellent. Scott is patient and is understanding of the student’s strengths and weaknesses. And he brings out the best in the students without undue pressure. We were so relieved to see the outcome of his work with our daughter that we entrusted our son’s college prep to Scott.”

– John and Elizabeth Kailath, Fair Oaks, CA

“Scott basically says all the same things my husband and I say, however our children actually listen to him and do what he tells them to do!”

– Shirley Rosenbloom, Sacramento, CA

“With our busy lives and the competition to get into colleges, I was concerned that we would miss something that would affect my son’s admission. Future Stars knowledge and organization has helped give the guidance necessary to successfully complete the process – worry free!”

– Sue Hollingshead, Granite Bay, CA

“Through his research, Future Stars identified schools we were unfamiliar with and the college my daughter selected is not only an excellent school, it is a perfect fit.”

– Barbara Kronick, Sacramento, CA

“The expert advice and guidance we have received from Future Stars College Counseling is immeasurable. The well designed program of assisting us with high school course selections, college test preparation, college selection and the college application process has been excellent.”

– Joanna and Martin Jorgensen, Granite Bay, CA

“Even though our son is a straight ‘A’ student, Scott immediately spotted a deficiency in his transcript due to some unfortunate class selections made by the school. That sort of knowledgeable assistance – early on – is literally priceless.”

– Michael Belote, Granite Bay, CA

“The ‘one-on-one’ sessions began with an overall awareness of the process, motivating our son into a 3 year, realistic, action plan. Bottom-line, Future Stars greatly enhanced our son’s options to choose where he wanted to go to college vs. having others make that choice for him.”

– Harlan Hornbruch, Granite Bay, CA

“Scott is extremely motivational and relates well to teenagers. In my opinion, this is an excellent investment in your child’s future.”

– Jennifer Culbertson, Granite Bay, CA

           
“There is an overwhelming sea of information out there and Future Stars brings it to the table in manageable amounts. And that (as the commercial says) is ‘Priceless’.”

– Jeanne Thomson, Loomis, CA

“Having Scott Hamilton guide our three teenagers through the college selection and application process has been on of the best decisions we ever made. He does it all – SAT prep, provides helpful info. on college choices, encourages students in their high school careers, assists with applications, critiques essays, and much more. Our 3 students never missed a deadline thanks to Scott Hamilton and we, the parents, are extremely grateful and appreciative.”

– Sallie Adams, Sacramento, CA

           
“Mr. Hamilton’s warm and calm demeanor provided our son a confidant to whom he could share his goals and aspirations. Mr. Hamilton displays distinctive competence and gives meticulous attention to details.”

– Dee-Dee Lucien, Elk Grove, CA

“Our son enjoys talking to Scott and it has helped him focus his goals. At Scott’s suggestion, our son has become involved in a community service activity that he is really enjoying and that he would not otherwise have known about. Scott is great!”

– Catherine Frink, Granite Bay, CA

“Scott learned our son’s abilities and limitations. He inspired and motivated David to work to his potential. Scott also assisted David to define attainable goals and then worked closely with him to realize admission to the college of David’s choice. Thanks to Scott our son gained admission, but more importantly realized that he is responsible for his own future.”

– Sergio Diaz, Sacramento, CA

“Instead of a grueling process which other friends have had to endure (with constant nagging about grades, deadlines, application criteria, etc.) it was manageable and not as pressured. Scott, you are indispensable!”

– Louise Mueller, Sacramento, CA

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From Students

“I just wanted to let you know that I was accepted to the honors program at Colorado University and I was also awarded the Chancellor's Achievement Scholarship!! I am so excited about all the opportunities I will have at that university and I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your help over the past four years! You have been an outstanding mentor and I loved going through your program at Future Stars. Thanks for your help and I hope to talk with you soon!”  

– Sam Roberts, Fair Oaks, CA

“I want to say thank you...for everything. Honestly Scott, your forums, your SAT-prep classes, your encouragement, and your insight have all played an integral role in my college admissions into Williams College. You have truly been a great driving force which has helped motivate me to make the extra effort...and that's what it takes. I remember you telling me that everyone can work to 90 percent of their capacity or skill, but few can master the last 10 percent. And while I have not attained mastery, you helped me reach above the 90 percent threshold and into the next 10 percent realm...and those extra percentages make all the difference! Thank you so much for everything!!!”

– Andrew Dominitz, Loomis, CA

“Scott has provided me with peace of mind regarding the college process. He keeps me organized and on time with registering for the SAT, SAT II, and ACT tests. Unlike many of my friends, I do not have to worry about test deadlines. I know Scott will tell me and keep me on the ball. Scott is not only professional, but has a great personality and is easy to talk to.”

– Marianne Beyer, Gold River, CA

“Future Stars College Counseling service guided me through high school, and allowed me to open up doors and see my possibilities.”

– Lauren McKennan, Sacramento, CA

“I wanted to say thank you. You made this complicated process so simple. I actually had to help my friends with their college admissions and it is because of you I was able to do this. So I decided on Colorado. I hope you can do for my brother what you did for me. I cannot believe how much I used the essay we constructed over the summer. I used it on scholarship applications and even as an essay in English...haha. I got a 98% on it too. But that essay that you helped me create is something that I feel allowed me to get into the Kelley Business School at Indiana and earn the scholarship increase from Arizona. I am just happy you were so much help and you really are a main reason I succeeded in high school. So thank you and I will be sure to talk to you in the future.”

– Tommy Keady, Granite Bay, CA

“I began my college search as a high school senior uncertain about what I was really looking for in the college I was going to attend; however, with your advice and guidance, I soon became familiar with what each school I was considering had to offer. You encouraged me to apply for stretch schools, which I thought were out of my reach at first. I am now a graduating senior at Willamette and I must say that this school was the perfect fit for me. I would like to express my deepest thanks and gratitude for all of your help and wonderful advice. Your guidance service set me up for a wonderful and fulfilling college career and a bright future. Thank you so much.”

– Brady McCarthy, Sacramento, CA

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