🎓 College Success Starts with a Plan
Guiding students through college with personalized academic advising, structured planning, and unmatched support!
What Is M3 Advising?
At M3 Advising, we believe every student deserves the confidence and clarity that comes with a personalized academic plan.
Founded by Lesley McGinnis, a veteran educator with 35 years of experience and a 100% success rate, M3 Advising offers expert academic advising for students navigating the complexities of college—from course planning to transfer strategies and beyond.
We work with only 19 students per semester, ensuring each individual receives the dedicated, one-on-one attention they deserve.
Why Choose M3 Advising?
✅ 35 years of experience in education
✅ 100% success rate with over 200 students
✅ Personalized semester planning
✅ Structure, support, and expert guidance
✅ Limited spots for focused attention
“Lesley transformed how our daughter approached school. She now has confidence, balance, and a clear plan every semester.”
– Parent of a 2nd-Year Student, Texas A&M
Our Services
Academic Success Package
$2,250/semester
Includes 10 hours (5 direct + 5 tailored planning hours)
This structured, results-driven package is ideal for students who want a clear, proactive advising schedule throughout the semester.
What’s Included:
6 scheduled advising meetings, strategically timed across the semester
Personalized semester planning, course scheduling, and time management systems
Academic check-ins to support study habits and accountability
Tailored planning outside of sessions to support student goals
Fall & Spring Schedule Highlights:
From initial intake in April, through course registration, calendar setup, and mid-semester check-ins, every meeting is structured to ensure students are equipped, organized, and focused.
Important Note:
This package does not include 24/7 emergency or on-demand advising support.
However, emergency sessions are available if needed at a rate of $350/hour (1-hour minimum).
Premier Guidance Package
$3,500/semester
Includes 15 hours: 6 planned meetings + 5 hours of tailored or emergency support
This is our most comprehensive, concierge-level advising experience, built for families who want deeper support, ongoing dialogue, and real-time guidance.
What’s Included:
Everything from the Academic Success Package
Meetings every 3 weeks for class check-ins, grade monitoring, study plan updates, and social/emotional well-being discussions
5 additional hours of tailored support time — used for customized planning or emergency advising as needed
Emergency academic counseling (within those 5 hours)
One parent/guardian consultation per semester
Priority communication response times
College is more than grades—it’s about balance, confidence, and finding your place. This package recognizes the whole student and offers support through both academic and personal transitions.
After the 5 included hours of additional support are used, emergency advising is available at a reduced rate of $250/hour.
Addons (Emergency Support / Math Tutoring)
Math Tutoring $250/hr
This is an ideal supplement for students seeking additional academic reinforcement in quantitative subjects.
Emergency Support / Advisement $350/hr
Because college challenges don’t always follow a 9–5 schedule.
M3 Advising offers emergency academic advisement for critical or time-sensitive situations—whether it’s a dropped course, a looming transfer deadline, or a student in need of immediate guidance.
Available to Academic Success Package students at $350/hour (1-hour minimum)
Included in the Premier Guidance Package (up to 5 hours per semester)
Additional hours for Premier students available at $250/hour
✅ Includes 24-hour response availability, 7 days a week, for urgent advising needs
📞 Sessions are scheduled promptly via phone or video and tailored to the student’s situation.
“Lesley was available late at night when we needed her most. Her quick guidance helped our son avoid a major setback.”