Your personal advisor for the college journey
Expert guidance, honest chance assessments, and a clear roadmap — all through a conversation with an AI that knows you.
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"The college admissions process has become so complex that many students, especially those without resources, are left navigating it alone."
— The New York Times, on the college counseling gap
How It Works
Three steps to clarity
No forms to fill. Just have a conversation.
Tell your story
Share your interests, experiences, and dreams. Our AI listens and builds a complete picture of who you are.
Get honest insights
See your real chances at any school, understand where you're strong, and know exactly what to improve.
Follow your roadmap
Get personalized tasks and deadlines. Focus on one thing at a time. Stay calm, stay on track.
An advisor who truly knows you
Forget generic advice. Ask anything — from "Should I apply ED to Yale?" to "How do I write about my research?" — and get personalized answers based on your full profile.
- Strategic guidance tailored to your strengths
- Voice and text — chat however you're comfortable
- Available 24/7, infinitely patient
Know your real chances
No guesswork, no sugar-coating. See how you compare to typical admits at each school, understand exactly where you're strong or falling short, and get actionable advice on how to improve.
- Factor-by-factor breakdown against admits
- Clear reach, target, and safety tiers
- Personalized recommendations to close gaps
Build a balanced list
Stop obsessing over one dream school. Build a smart, balanced list with reaches, targets, and safeties — and track every application from start to finish.
- Visual balance of reach/target/safety schools
- AI-suggested schools based on your fit
- Application status tracking
One thing at a time
College apps are overwhelming. We break it down into clear goals, simple tasks, and a timeline that keeps you focused — not frantic.
- Personalized goals based on your deadlines
- Daily focus: just tackle the next thing
- AI tips to help you move faster
Who It's For
Built for students like you
The Overwhelmed
You know college matters, but every Google search makes it worse. You need clarity, not more noise.
The Early Starter
You're in 9th or 10th grade and want to get ahead — without burning out before applications even begin.
The Catch-Up Kid
Junior year hit fast. You need to figure out your story, your list, and your plan — like, now.
For Parents
We get it — this matters.
Your child's college journey is stressful for the whole family. You want to help, but you also don't want to hover. Here's how Sesame3 helps you both.
Stay informed, not intrusive
Your child drives the process. You can check in on progress without micromanaging every detail.
Expert guidance without the $10K price tag
Private counselors charge thousands. Sesame3 provides personalized, strategic advice at a fraction of the cost.
Reduce stress for everyone
When your child has a clear plan and 24/7 support, there's less anxiety at the dinner table.
Safe and private
We never share or sell data. Your child's essays, grades, and conversations stay completely private.
"I used to lie awake worrying if we were doing enough. Now my daughter has a plan, and I can actually sleep."
— What we hope you'll say
When to Start
The earlier, the calmer
No matter where you are, there's a path forward.
Explore & Build
Discover your interests, start meaningful activities, build your profile foundation.
Ideal startFocus & Plan
Lock in your school list, prep for tests, map out your application timeline.
Peak planningExecute & Apply
Write essays, submit applications, track deadlines, and stay sane.
Crunch timeWhy Sesame3
How we compare
Planned Pricing
Choose your counselor
Every plan gives you access to the same powerful features. The difference? The depth and quality of guidance you receive.
Advisor
Solid guidance to get started
A helpful advisor who knows the basics and can point you in the right direction.
- General college planning advice
- School discovery & exploration
- Basic profile building
- Reach / Target / Safety assessments
- Standard response quality
Generous monthly usage
Join WaitlistCounselor
Experienced, personalized guidance
A seasoned counselor who understands nuance and gives you tailored, strategic advice.
- Everything in Advisor, plus:
- More personalized recommendations
- Nuanced essay feedback
- Strategic application planning
- Higher-quality responses
Extended monthly usage
Join WaitlistExpert Counselor
Elite expertise for competitive applicants
A top-tier expert who's guided students into the most competitive schools in the country.
- Everything in Counselor, plus:
- Deep, nuanced insights
- Sophisticated essay coaching
- Competitive school strategy
- Highest-quality responses
Maximum monthly usage
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Everything you need, in one place
Your data stays yours
We never share or sell your information. Your profile, conversations, and essays are private — always. We're here to help you, not monetize you.
Questions
Frequently asked
Is this replacing my school counselor?
No — think of us as an always-available supplement. Your school counselor knows your school context; we know the broader admissions landscape and can give you unlimited personalized attention.
How is this different from ChatGPT?
ChatGPT doesn't know you. Sesame3 builds a complete profile of your academics, activities, goals, and preferences — and every answer is tailored to YOUR situation, not generic advice.
What grade should I start?
The earlier the better — 9th and 10th graders can build a strong foundation. But even if you're a junior or senior, we'll help you make the most of the time you have.
Is my data safe?
Absolutely. We never share or sell your information. Your essays, conversations, and profile are private and encrypted. We're here to help you, not monetize your data.
How accurate are the chance estimates?
Our estimates are based on publicly available admission data and common admit profiles. They're directional guidance — not guarantees — designed to help you build a realistic, balanced school list.
When is Sesame3 launching?
We're launching soon! Join the waitlist to be the first to know. Early waitlist members may get exclusive perks and early access.
Will there be a free option?
Yes, we're planning a generous free tier. The core experience — advisor, chances, school list, roadmap — will be free. Premium features will be available for those who want more.
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