Novella Prep College Planning, located in Rye, NY, provides comprehensive tutoring, college planning, and academic coaching services for students and families. Led by founder Dr. Tony Di Giacomo, who brings two decades of experience in admissions, teaching, and educational development, Novella Prep is dedicated to supporting the holistic success of students from middle school through high school and beyond.
The mission at Novella Prep is to demystify the often stressful college application and academic journey, empowering students to achieve their highest academic and personal goals. Their tailored programs cover essential areas such as study skills, executive function coaching, high school course and test selection, standardized test preparation, career and college major alignment, and detailed guidance through every step of the college admissions process.
Programs are customized to each student’s needs, blending in-person and online sessions to increase flexibility and effectiveness. Novella Prep’s approach is grounded in evidence-based strategies and a deep understanding of what colleges seek, informed by direct experience with institutions like the College Board and partnerships across 40+ school districts. Dr. Di Giacomo is a member of the National and International Associations for College Admission Counseling, adding to the team’s credibility and expertise.
Novella Prep invites students and families seeking expert tutoring and personalized college planning in Rye, NY to discover how their supportive guidance can unlock academic potential and future success.


