Dean-Level Guidance
for Students and Families
Navigating College
Expert guidance to help students make smarter college decisions, avoid costly mistakes, build strong academic systems, and graduate with purpose and make informed college decisions with clarity and strategy.
Expert Guidance
Proven Strategies
Student Focused
100% Online
WHO WE HELP
First-Generation College Students
We break down barriers and provide the roadmap you did not get.
New College Students
Start strong and build habits that set you up for success.
Transfer Students
Navigate the transfer process with clarity and confidence.
Parents
Adult Learners
Students Needing Academic Support
Get answers, support, and reduce costly academic mistakes.
It is never too late. We help you reach your goals.
Personalized support to overcome challenges and thrive.
HOW WE HELP
Insider Knowledge For Students And Families
FOUNDER
Hi, I’m Samuel Lingrosso.
I’m a professor, academic dean, and student affairs leader with 20+ years of experience helping students succeed in college and life.
I created My Personal Dean to give students and families access to the kind of guidance and support I have provided on campus — now fully online.
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My mission is simple: make the hidden curricculum of college easier to understand and help more students graduate with confidence and purpose.
My Personal Dean Focuses On How Students Succeed After Admission
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Navigating Institutional Systems
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Understanding Academic Expectations
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Maximizing Financial Decisions
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Building Momentum
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Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Built From Real Higher Education Experience—Not Generic Consultation Advice.
College Is Too Important To Navigate Blindly
Clear Guidance
WHY MY PERSONAL DEAN
Smart Strategy
Real Student Support
We simplify the complexities of college so students know their next best step.
Proven frameworks and systems that save time, money, and unnecessary stress
Students are never just a number. They receive practical help when they need it most.