The McMillan Education W.I.S.E. Method of Educational Planning™
Our signature W.I.S.E. Method of Educational Planning™ reflects our developmental philosophy. Guided by your dedicated McMillan Educational counselor, you’ll have the opportunity to reflect on your educational values, program features, and school culture to find the environment where you’ll truly thrive. The method emphasizes thorough research, ensuring you explore campus life and classroom experiences in real time.
Throughout the process, you’ll discover what it’s like to be a student at your chosen schools or college. Supported by our custom designed interactive platform called The Owl’s Nest™ , you will complete application tasks with less stress, greater purpose, and increased confidence. Finally, once you’ve been accepted, the W.I.S.E. Method™ gives you the tools, guidance, and resources to further explore your options to make the most informed decision for you.
The W.I.S.E. Method™ provides a cohesive framework for all of McMillan Education’s offerings—whether you’re planning for school, college, or university admission or working to become a recruited collegiate athlete. We built this interactive platform to create the structure students and families need to stay grounded, organized, and confident, while allowing the flexibility to adapt to individual goals, timelines, and learning styles.
Working in partnership with your consultant, you’ll move through each phase of your search represented by the W.I.S.E. acronym: the process with intention and insight, benefitting from the expert guidance to:
Our proprietary digital tools—including Owl’s Nest™—bring together every step of your educational journey in one intuitive space, accessible across all devices.
Your consultant assigns thoughtful, developmentally appropriate tasks that break the process into clear, manageable steps—helping students stay focused and families stay informed.
From early exploration through decision-making, our visual calendars are tied to key academic and admissions milestones—so you always know what’s ahead, and when.
Our Drive Connect folder includes guided resources to help students to actively engage in their process—making it easier to evaluate schools or programs and manage applications with clarity and confidence, anytime, anywhere.
Our exclusive Knowledge Center offers families access to McMillan Education’s collective expertise—from academic planning and testing strategy to application guidance and transition support—with real-time updates and helpful notifications.
The W.I.S.E. Method™ doesn’t just help students get accepted—it helps them discover where they’ll thrive.
At McMillan Education, we believe the educational journey is about more than just getting in—it’s about growing, discovering, and finding the place where each student will truly flourish. The W.I.S.E. Method™ reflects that philosophy, providing the support, structure, and perspective needed to make informed, confident decisions.
Whether you’re just beginning to explore your options or ready to take the final steps in the application process, our team is here to guide you with expertise, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to your success.
Your Child’s Future Begins Here. Contact us to schedule your free consultation and learn more about our student-centered approach to educational planning.
