YOU HAVE DREAMS, WE HAVE EXPERTISE. AND WE WANT TO HELP YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.
Personalized admissions and recruiting support for students, student-athletes, and families — opening doors to the right opportunities, on and off the field.
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Full College Admissions Preparation
Are you applying to too many schools? Not enough? Our full college admissions prep program specializes in tailoring to the specifics of each family situation, guiding you step by step through the entire admissions process.
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Athletic Recruiting & Consulting
Find your fit! We match athletes to colleges and universities at appropriate competitive levels, including full navigation of the relationship and communication process, where and how to be seen, and effective use of social media. We want to help every step of the way.
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Academic Support
The average incoming GPA for a college freshman is now 4.0. Our collaborative academic support helps families identify and stay focused on long-term goals while developing short-term classroom habits with big dividends.
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Guidance & Personal Development
With a student-to-counselor ratio of 430:1, it’s harder than ever for students to get personal guidance. At Fifth and Oak, we provide individualized support and strategic direction that helps student-athletes build strong foundations for years to come.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US
We know this can be a frustrating process for students and families to navigate. Our promise: Every student deserves a pathway to college
Personalized 1-on-1 guidance
Equal access to resources and opportunities
Support for every family, regardless of background
A proven pathway to both academic and athletic success
WHO WE ARE
Led by former athletes and long-time educators, we know the recruiting process because we’ve lived it, coached it, and guided students and families on hundreds of individual journeys. Our team is dedicated to guiding families with empathy, expertise, and integrity.
MORE THAN JUST RECRUITING
Life is a team sport — and this process is no different. At Fifth and Oak, we go beyond athletic placement to provide:
Comprehensive college admissions guidance and preparation for life after athletics
Life skills that last decades, long after the final whistle
Mentorship and relationship-building that extend beyond the playing surface
Our goal is to equip every student-athlete not only for college success, but for the challenges and opportunities of life ahead.
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“In all my years in athletics my son’s experience with Fifth and Oak was phenomenal. THEY bring years of experience and passion to the now very complex world of seeking and preparing students to enter college and athletics.”
—KEVIN A., National Association of College Director of Athletics Hall of Fame, Senior Assoc AD Air Force, Former AD Univ of Maryland, Army West Point, Colorado Springs, CO
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“I would have never found SUNY Cortland if it wasn’t for Coach Snyder. He was the one who gave me the opportunity to connect with the coaches at Cortland and helped me with the whole process of reaching out and getting recruited and was there from beginning to end and I’m so grateful he did because I love it here. Thank you!”
—COLTRANE G., NCAA Men’s Track Student-Athlete, Los Angeles, CA
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“Fifth and Oak was extremely helpful in getting my son recruited. Their knowledge of the different schools was amazing. They always answered the phone anytime I called, even if it was multiple times a day. It is their desire is to help the kids find the right school. This was obvious after my son got hurt and decided not to play sports in college. They still helped find the best school for my sons major. I would recommend Fifth and Oak to anyone that wants to get help navigating the process of getting your kid off to college.”
—SHAWN H., LA County Sheriff’s Department, Acton, CA
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“Fifth and Oak gave me all the information I needed to help me select the college that was the best fit for me to attend and play baseball. They took their time explaining all the information to me and made sure I understood everything. They were patient and gave me some really great advice.”
—SAMMY C., College Baseball Student-Athlete, Johnstown, PA
Are you ready to turn your goals into action?
Every journey is different: Whether you’re just beginning the process or deep in exploration and recruiting, we’ll guide you every step of the way.