Academic Advising
Customized Academic Advising
Receive 1:1 guidance on what classes to
take to be a competitive candidate for
college applications and your desired career
path.
College Enrollment
Not sure where you want to apply? Get support on comparing your options and preparing a plan that aligns with your preferences and needs.
Transition Services
Learn to navigate student support services available to you on and off campus that will help make your transition smoother. Everything from study support to exploring how library services will be vital to writing your first research paper.
Meet Your Consultant
Melissa Villafañe, M.A.
Melissa’s consulting practice focuses on student success, retention and completion initiatives, dual enrollment, online students, non-traditional students, and strategic enrollment management. Melissa is a skilled trainer and coach. At the heart of Melissa’s professional philosophy is a holistic approach to education. She is dedicated to understanding and addressing the unique needs of a diverse student body, including high school students navigating their future paths, dual enrollment students juggling multiple academic responsibilities, and both traditional and non-traditional students seeking to reshape their lives through education. Her experience, cutting across both public and private non-profit sectors, underscores a deep-rooted commitment to student success. Additionally, Melissa provides financial literacy to families to learn about wealth management strategies and college savings plans.
In person availability for Orange and Seminole County
Virtual availability for students nationwide
Hablo español
How It Works
Step 1: Complete Consent Agreement
Join our network of young leaders by reviewing our terms of conditions and providing consent prior to your initial consultation.
Step 2: Select your Consultant
Schedule a 1:1 meeting based on your preferred day, time and location.
Step 3: Process Payment Prior to Your Meeting
Direct pay through the Step Up for Students portal or pay directly on the website.
50% Discount for Foster Care / Adopted Students – please email info@youngleadersco.com your paperwork confirming foster/adopted placement prior to paying to receive your discount.
Step 4: Meet with your Consultant
Show up with your defined goals and questions and get customized guidance for your next steps in your academic journey.