College Recruiting &

Readiness Mentorship

Guiding student-athletes through the recruiting process -

academically, athletically, and strategically

What Mentorship Means

at CarpeDiem Academics

Our Mentorship programs are designed to help parents and athletes with strategic guidance, clarity, and support as they navigate recruiting, college readiness,

and long-term academic decisions.

Mentorship focuses on planning and decision-making, not day-to-day academic execution.

Academic Management For Student Athletes

College Recruiting & Readiness Mentorship

College recruiting is more than exposure or talent.

It’s a process - with timelines, communication, academic benchmarks, and follow-through that many families struggle to manage on their own.

Our College Recruiting & Readiness Mentorship provides structured, ongoing guidance to help student-athletes navigate recruiting conversations, stay organized, and remain accountable throughout the journey.

This program lives under Mentorship because it’s about guidance, oversight, and long-term decision-making - not transactions.

What This Mentorship Includes & Does Not Include

Mentorship may include:

  • Recruiting and college readiness strategy

  • Academic and GPA review at a high level

  • ACT and testing strategy aligned with admissions benchmarks

  • Guidance on recruiting timelines and expectations

  • College list development and refinement

  • Scholarship and affordability planning

  • Helping families stay organized throughout the process

  • Career and major exploration

  • Support with recruiting communication and follow-up planning

  • Accountability for recruiting and planning-related tasks

  • Ongoing mentorship conversations and email support (package-dependent)

What Mentorship Does Not Include:

  • Subject-specific tutoring

  • Homework help or test correction

  • Teaching math, science, English, or other coursework

  • Weekly academic execution or assignment tracking

  • Test prep instruction

If a student needs subject-level academic support, tutoring and ACT prep are offered separately.

Mentorship Packages

Low-Touch

Foundations Mentorship

Strategic guidance for families early in the recruiting process

Includes:

  • Recruiting and college readiness roadmap

  • Academic and GPA review

  • ACT strategy aligned with admissions and merit benchmarks

  • Guidance on recruiting timelines and communication expectations

  • One strategy session with student and parent

  • Written summary and next steps

Best for families seeking clarity and direction without ongoing support.

Mid-Touch

Guided Mentorship

Ongoing support through key recruiting and college decisions

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Includes:

  • Everything in Foundations

  • Ongoing mentorship sessions over several months

  • Support with recruiting communication and follow-up planning

  • Accountability for recruiting tasks and timelines

  • College match development (Top 5–10 schools)

  • Scholarship and affordability guidance

  • Career and major exploration

  • Email support between sessions

Best for student-athletes actively navigating recruiting conversations.

High-Touch

Comprehensive Mentorship

Full-service guidance with recruiting and college readiness

Includes:

  • Comprehensive academic, recruiting, and readiness mentorship

  • Ongoing 1:1 sessions with student and parent

  • Recruiting communication guidance and organization

  • Tracking of outreach, responses, and next steps

  • Accountability support for deadlines and follow-through

  • GPA optimization and academic planning

  • ACT strategy coordination

  • College list refinement and decision support

  • Merit scholarship and financial planning lens

  • Transition planning for the first year of college

Best for families who want a trusted advisor throughout the entire process.

Families seeking weekly academic oversight, time-management execution, and assignment accountability should explore our Academic Management program below.

Academic Management

Learn the skills it takes to thrive in academics

Academic Management at CarpeDiem Academics is a high-touch, execution-focused program designed for student-athletes who need structure, accountability, and ongoing academic oversight during demanding seasons.

This program is ideal for families who want someone to actively manage the academic process, not just provide advice.

What Academic Management Includes:

Academic Management focuses on weekly execution and oversight, including:

  • Weekly (1–2x) academic check-ins with the student

  • Oversight of assignments, grades, and deadlines

  • Executive-functioning support (organization, prioritization, follow-through)

  • Proactive identification of academic issues before grades slip

  • Accountability for school responsibilities

  • Support navigating heavy training, travel, and competition schedules

  • Coordination with parents to ensure clarity and alignment

  • Adjustments as academic and athletic demands change

In Academic Management, we help own the academic process alongside the student

🚫 What Academic Management Does Not Include

To ensure clarity, Academic Management does not include:

  • Subject-specific tutoring

  • Homework help or teaching coursework

  • Test prep instruction (ACT/SAT)

  • Re-teaching class material

If a student needs subject-level academic help or test prep, tutoring and ACT programs are offered separately as add-ons.

Support Comparison Chart

At CarpeDiem Academics, we offer different levels of support depending on a student’s needs.

Use the chart below to determine which option is the best fit.

Academic Management

Execution & Oversight

Includes:

  • Weekly academic check-ins

  • Oversight of assignments, grades, and deadlines

  • Executive functioning support

  • Accountability for school responsibilities

  • Parent communication and alignment

Does not include:

  • Subject-specific tutoring

  • Homework teaching

  • ACT/SAT instruction

Tutoring & Math Support

Subject Instruction

Includes:

  • Subject-specific instruction (math, science, English, etc.)

  • Homework help and concept review

  • Skill-building and test strategies

  • Session-based academic support

Does not include:

  • Academic planning

  • Weekly oversight

  • Time-management systems

  • Recruiting or college readiness strategyTest prep sessions

College Mentorship

Strategy & Guidance

Includes:

  • Academic and GPA review (high-level)

  • ACT/testing strategy aligned with admissions benchmarks

  • Recruiting timelines and expectations

  • College list development and scholarship guidance

  • Career and major exploration

Does not include:

  • Tutoring

  • Homework help

  • Weekly academic execution

  • Test prep sessions

What Makes Our Approach Different

Many recruiting services focus only on:

  • Highlight videos

  • Rankings

  • Exposure

We take a whole-student approach, supporting:

  • Academic readiness

  • Recruiting communication

  • College match

  • ACT strategy

  • Merit scholarship minimums

  • Career and major alignment

  • Organization and accountability

We help families understand what to do, when to do it, and how to follow through - without overwhelm.

What We Help Student-Athletes With

Academic Management For Student Athletes

Recruiting Strategy & Communication

  • Understanding the recruiting process and timelines

  • Guidance on when and how to reach out to college coaches

  • Support drafting and refining coach communication emails

  • Keeping track of coach outreach, responses, and next steps

  • Accountability for follow-ups and recruiting tasks

  • Accountability for follow-ups and recruiting tasks

  • Helping families stay organized throughout the process

Academic Management For Student Athletes

Academic & Admissions Readiness

  • GPA and academic trajectory review

  • Course rigor planning aligned with admissions expectations

  • ACT strategy tied to admissions and merit scholarship benchmarks

  • Understanding how academics impact recruiting opportunities

Academic Management For Student Athletes

College Match & Decision-Making

  • Building a realistic college match list

  • Identifying programs that fit academically, athletically, and personally

  • Evaluating scholarship offers (athletic, academic, merit)

  • Understanding program rigor, travel demands, and academic expectations

Academic Management For Student Athletes

College Readiness + Recruiting Support (Academic Angle)

  • Exploring career interests and major options

  • Understanding how different colleges support career pathways

  • Preparing students for the academic and life demands of college

Who Is Mentorship For

  • Student-athletes navigating the recruiting process

  • Families unsure how to manage outreach, communication, and timelines

  • Athletes balancing academics, training, and recruiting expectations

  • Families who want clarity, structure, and accountability

Academic Management For Student Athletes

College Recruiting Mentorship Application

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academics, recruiting, and college readiness.

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Our Philosophy

Recruiting should be organized, ethical, and intentional - not stressful or reactive.

We guide student-athletes to:

  • Communicate professionally with college coaches

  • Stay on top of recruiting tasks and deadlines

  • Make informed academic and athletic decisions

  • Choose colleges they can truly thrive in

Getting Started

To inquire about College Recruiting & Readiness Mentorship:

Complete the mentorship interest form to get started.

We’ll review your needs, recommend the right mentorship package, and

follow up with clear expectations and next steps for your family.

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