Alana is deeply committed to guiding students beyond academics, inspiring them to discover their passions and pursue their dreams with confidence. With a warm and encouraging approach, she empowers students to reach their full potential. Alana partners with families through the college admissions journey, offering steady support and heartfelt guidance as a trusted advocate and partner.

About Me

Alana Cooper is an experienced Independent High School Counselor, guiding students and families through every step of the college admissions process with a personalized, student-centered approach. She brings a strong background in Undergraduate Admissions, Financial Aid, and High School Counseling, gained from her time at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) and the ABC School District.
Alana holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s in School Counseling, along with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential. Her experience as an Assistant Director of Financial Aid and a UCSB Undergraduate Application Reader offers valuable insight into admissions and college affordability.
In her private practice, Alana supports students in grades 9–12 with course planning, extracurriculars, essays, college lists, applications, and financial aid. She believes every student’s path is unique, empowering them to explore their strengths, set meaningful goals, and make confident decisions about their future.

Specialty Areas

k12 Academic Advising/Course Planning Services, Athletic Recruiting, Application Essay Craft/Review, General Ed Counseling

Students Enrolled

University of California, Davis, University of California, Irvine, University of California -- Los Angeles, University of California, Riverside, University of California, San Diego, University of California, Santa Barbara, University of California, Santa Cruz, California State University, Bakersfield, California State University, Chico, California State University, Dominguez Hills, California State University, Fresno, California State University, Fullerton, California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, California State University, Long Beach, California State University, Los Angeles, California Maritime Academy, California State University, Monterey Bay, California State University, Northridge, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, California State University, Sacramento, California State University, San Bernardino, San Diego State University, San Francisco State University, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California State University, San Marcos, Sonoma State University, California State University, Stanislaus, Occidental College, University of Southern California, Loyola Marymount University, Pepperdine University, Chapman University, University of San Diego, Arizona State University -- Tempe Campus, The University of Arizona, University of Colorado Boulder, Colorado State University, University of Nevada, Reno, University of Hawaii at Manoa