Why
College
Guidance Network?
College planning today is overwhelming—deadlines sneak up, financial aid feels like a second language, and the rules seem to change every year.
If you’re worried about missing something important or letting your teen down, you’re not alone.
Ready to start your college journey?
Get the personalized support your family needs to navigate the college journey successfully!
Get to know Eva,
your personal AI advisor
Eva, your AI Advisor
trained on content from 400+ top college and career experts, ready 24/7.
Parent Tips with expert advice on everything from parent-teen communication to promoting digital wellness.
Separate accounts for you and your teen
share your roadmap, collaborate to stay on track, and consult with Eva.
Require even more
personalized support?
Upgrade to the optional CGN Premium plan!
What you will unlock:
A step-by-step roadmap, based on your teens interests and goals.
Vast resource center
with over 1,000 expert-led short videos and info. guides.
Eva with support tools: create your college list, brainstorm essay topics, explore majors and careers, and prep for interviews.
Biweekly "Office Hours", live Q&A sessions with your personal college advisor, Brennan Barnard
Lock in your affordable rate for peace of mind throughout high school!
Join thousands of families who have successfully navigated the college process with College Guidance Network.
Your AASB/APU connection gives you free access to get started today!
FAQs
How is CGN different from apps out there?
CGN's full offering combines a personalized roadmap, an AI advisor trained by 400+ experts, an extensive resource center of videos and guides, and live Office Hours—no other platform offers that combination of support.
Can Eva really handle my specific questions?
Yes. Eva draws on expert-curated knowledge to answer everything from FAFSA fixes to essay ideas—24/7. Eva’s advice is personalized to your student’s pathway, academic interests, family context, and targeted college(s).
Each answer closely coordinates with the student’s roadmap and checklists and is backed up by an expert video that explains in more detail, as well as several, relevant quotes.
What if we’re starting late?
Join now! With CGN Complete, your personalized roadmap adapts to your teen’s grade and timeline, showing the next best step immediately.
How much time will this take each week?
Most families spend 15–20 minutes every week or two, completing roadmap tasks and watching quick expert clips—small effort, big payoff.
Is CGN available as a mobile app?
You can access CGN on the web, iOS, and Android. Try the mobile app for when you're on-the-go!
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Your Personal AI College and Career Counselor,
Informed by Hundreds of Leading Experts
400+ College and Career Experts
24/7 AI Support
Tailored to Each Teen
Free for AASB/APU members
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Instant Access
A Powerful Partnership for Your Success
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Designed to support the entire family, CGN helps parents and teens navigate the admissions process together. We believe every family deserves trusted, accessible guidance on this important journey.
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Save your favorite advice
a handy notebook allows you to save guidance and expert resources from Eva, for reference at a later time.
Monthly, Live Programming
Join live sessions, ask questions in real time, and get answers to college and career questions from top experts.
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About
Living in Alaska, we know weekend college guidance can be challenging–especially for families in remote communities. That's why Alaska Pacific University (APU) is proud to partner with College Guidance Network to offer free access to an AI college counselor for all Alaskan families. This innovative tool is trained by 400+ leading college and career experts to help you navigate everything from college admissions and financial aid to Alaska-specific scholarships.
Whether you're in Anchorage or Utqiaġvik, this tool provides instant answers to your college questions 24/7. Download the free app today!
The Association of Alaska School Boards is pleased to partner with the College Guidance Network (CGN) and various Alaska postsecondary institutions. AASB and other organizations have worked with CGN to adapt the AI-driven app, EVA, to better serve Alaska—creating a more comprehensive, Alaska-specific experience for parents and students as they plan their educational paths graduation.
As part of its recent efforts, AASB continues to be dedicated to assisting students, families, and school districts in enhancing their opportunities to better plan for life after K-12 public education.
