Consulting Packages
Music school admissions consulting
Dr. Fish has guided hundred of college-bound musicians to acceptance at Berklee, Eastman, USC, Frost, Manhattan, Michigan, and more. Every engagement starts with a free 30-minute intro call — so you understand exactly what you’re getting before committing to anything.
Acceptance guarantee
Get into at least one agreed-upon target school or we make it right
Price match
We’ll beat any competitor’s published price for equivalent service
Flat-rate pricing
Same price for every family — no zip code or income adjustments
Payment plans
No-interest installments available on all packages
Not sure where to start?
The Music School Roadmap
A 60-min session, a written plan, and a curated resource bundle — personalized to your student. The right first step before committing to a full package. Fee credits toward any bundle within 60 days.
— or choose a full consulting package below —
Small bundle
Find out where your student stands before committing to a full season.
$1,800
Saves ~$360 vs. individual services
or 3 payments of $600
Medium bundle
A school list built on honest expert evaluations — the foundation of a strong application season.
$3,800
Saves ~$750 vs. individual services
or 4 payments of $950
Large bundle
Full-season guidance from school list through audition day — backed by an acceptance guarantee.
$9,700
Saves ~$2,200 vs. individual services
or 6 payments of ~$1,617
Some music admissions consultants charge $15,000–$20,000 or more — with fees that vary by zip code or income. Dr. Fish’s pricing is flat-rate, openly published, and the same for every family regardless of where they live or what they earn.
You save $10,000+
“Neither my husband nor I is a musician, so Dr. Fish helped our daughter in ways we simply couldn’t. Mock interviews, expert evaluations, audition prep — he was there for every step and connected with her in a way that genuinely built her confidence.”
— Shelley, Ramsey NJ
Large bundle · Accepted at top programsWhich package is right for you?
Roadmap — $297
You want an expert read on your student’s situation before committing to anything — or you’re not sure yet whether you need a consultant at all.
Small bundle — $1,800
You need a faculty-level evaluation of your student’s playing and a written assessment — but you’re not ready for a full school list yet.
Medium bundle — $3,800
You want a fully researched school list built on real expert evaluations, with Dr. Fish guiding you through every decision.
Large bundle — $9,700
You want full-season support from school list through acceptance — including audition coaching, essay editing, and the acceptance guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
Is CMMaj less comprehensive because it’s more affordable?
No. The price difference reflects Dr. Fish’s philosophy as an educator — not a difference in depth or access. The Large Bundle covers everything a full-season engagement requires, backed by a written acceptance guarantee. The pricing model simply doesn’t vary by what a family’s zip code suggests they can afford.
How does the price match guarantee work?
If you find another music admissions consultant offering an equivalent service at a lower published price, we’ll beat it. Bring the quote to your intro call and we’ll review it together. Some restrictions apply.
What does the acceptance guarantee actually mean?
Students enrolled in a Large Bundle with a personalized school list are guaranteed acceptance into at least one agreed-upon target school. Some restrictions apply — we’ll walk through the specifics on your intro call so you know exactly what the guarantee covers.
How do payment plans work?
All packages can be paid in installments with no interest and no fees. The specific schedule is set when you enroll. Monthly amounts shown on the cards above are approximate — your final schedule depends on the plan you choose.
What if I’m not sure which package is right?
That’s exactly what the free intro call is for. Dr. Fish will ask about your student’s situation and make an honest recommendation — including whether you’d be better served starting with the Roadmap before committing to a full package.
Can I start with the Roadmap and upgrade later?
Yes — and it’s designed exactly for that. The $297 Roadmap fee credits toward any consulting package if you upgrade within 60 days. The Roadmap gives you the information you need to make that larger decision confidently, not under pressure.
Not sure which package fits? Start with a free chat.
Dr. Fish will ask about your student’s situation and tell you honestly which option makes sense — or whether starting with the Roadmap is the smarter first move.
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