The path to college is one of the most defining journeys a family will ever take together — filled with possibility, complexity, and once-in-a-lifetime decisions. At Beyond Ivy, we believe every student deserves a future that fits them: their ambitions, their strengths, and their financial reality.
We don’t just help you apply to college. We help you discover where you belong.
From your very first campus visit to the moment you accept an offer, we walk alongside you — cutting through the noise of rankings and prestige to uncover the institutions that will truly launch your student forward. Our approach begins with affordability, because the right school is one your family can actually say yes to. Then we let the student lead — because the best college journey is one driven by authentic passion, not outside pressure.
Beyond Ivy offers comprehensive, deeply personalized guidance across every dimension of the college experience:
Your tomorrow is waiting. Let’s curate it together.
College planning feels less like a decision and more like a high-stakes bet. Is your family dealing with guilt, fear, or confusion over tuition? 🎓 Join us for a book club discussion on The Price You Pay for College. We’ll be discussing how to align your college aspirations with your financial reality. Let’s talk about the real ROI of our kids’ future.
April 9, 2026
7:00 PM
With character assessments, digital portfolios, personalized essay and standardized test prep, we make sure you put your best foot forward.
We enable homeschooled students to make a smooth transition to into college life.
We streamline the athletic recruiting process and find you the best academic and athletic fit.
College visits are instrumental to selecting the right school. Do more than take the tour.
A gap year isn’t just a year off. It’s a time to grow, gain experience, and learn more about what you want from your future.
Your activities and organizations in during high school can set you up for success in college and beyond.
Learn how to determine your affordable family contribution and receive guidance on scholarships and college financial planning.
Applying to colleges isn’t just for seniors. We start working with families as early as 9th grade to make the process as rewarding as possible.
Proceed with confidence in knowing that your best-fit college is yours to find. Beyond Ivy will assist you in discovering options that meet your needs.
Did you know that in-state colleges are not the only affordable options? Get help finding financial assistance for the school of your dreams.
Rose Ellen Mocombe has a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Colgate University and a Masters in Education from the University of Pittsburgh.
She seeks to empower students and their parents throughout the college admissions experience to enable them to find their best-fit college.
At Beyond Ivy, we understand how imposing and complicated applying to college can be for both students and parents. There’s a lot to consider between which schools to apply to, what classes to take in high school, how to prepare financially, and so much more.
Applying to college starts earlier than senior year. It begins when you’re deciding what classes to take in high school, what activities to partake in, and it doesn’t stop until you work out the financials of it all.
That’s why we offer independent and comprehensive college planning that is entirely customized to each of our students. We provide objective and reliable advice to help you make the most appropriate and informed decision about your next step.
Ms. Rose Ellen was such an incredible help during my college application season. She played a crucial role in conveying my most authentic self through my essays. Her kindness helped me believe in myself and stay motivated. When application deadlines were quickly approaching I
began to have tunnel vision, but her advice allowed me to become more comfortable with creativity and exploration in my essays. While working with her I was also able to have a deeper understanding of what admissions officers were looking for, and I left our session with a more genuine and raw application! Ms. Rose Ellen’s approach is extremely thoughtful, understanding, open, and honest. This fall, I’ll be attending Tufts University, and I’m deeply honored to have worked with her. Thank you so much!!
Jasmine G.
Student
The college application process is stressful, even under the best of circumstances. Rose Ellen removed so much of that stress with her calm manner and expert guidance. She took over the planning, lists, and deadlines, which meant my son was accountable to her and not me. That was a lifesaver! I thought this process would be about finding the right college for my son (and it was), but it was about so much more than that. Rose Ellen helped my son realize his values, priorities, strengths, and interests. Not only did he find the right college for him, but he also figured out a major and possible career path. The insight was invaluable! Rose Ellen will help you launch your child with confidence and direction.
Sara
Parent
