College Guidance Network
AI-Powered Planning by Experts
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Start free with EVA, your AI college advisor. Upgrade to CGN Complete for a personalized step-by-step plan for your teen, success tools, expert videos, and live sessions.
COLLEGE GUIDANCE NETWORK: AI COLLEGE & CAREER PLANNING FOR FAMILIES
Formerly ParentGPS, College Guidance Network is the must-have app for high-school families who want a clear, expert-backed plan for college and career success. Chat with Eva—our AI advisor trained by 400 admissions and financial-aid pros—anytime, anywhere. Try CGN Complete to unlock the full power of College Guidance Network for 14 days, then keep it with affordable monthly or annual plans. A year of CGN Complete costs less than an hour with a private counselor.
ALWAYS INCLUDED (FREE)
• Eva, Your AI Advisor – Ask anything about colleges, testing, scholarships, majors, or careers
• Interactive Notebook – Save tips, track tasks, and share notes with your teen
• Smart Video Picks – Short expert clips matched to your questions and grade level
UPGRADE TO CGN COMPLETE
• Step-by-Step Personalized Roadmap & Checklists – Know exactly what to do each month from 9th grade to move-in day
• Eva Success Tools – College List Builder, Career Explorer, Essay Brainstorm Partner, Interview Coach
• Resource Center – 2,000+ searchable videos, guides, and PDFs from 400 experts
• Live Office Hours – Bi-weekly Q&A sessions with nationally recognized counselor Brennan Barnard
• Deadline Reminders – Never miss important dates for testing, aid, or applications
• Collaborate with your teen – invite your teen to their own free account to share the roadmap and take advantage of all CGN's power
Try CGN Complete free for 14 days, then subscribe monthly or annually.
WHY FAMILIES TRUST CGN
• Clarity, not chaos – Turn confusing rules into an actionable plan
• 24/7 peace of mind – Reliable answers whenever questions pop up
• Expert-curated content – Advice drawn from top admissions, aid, and career leaders
• Family-first focus – Built for families to use together, with shared roadmaps for teens and parents
Download College Guidance Network today and give your child a confident path to college success!
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more Thank you for this app! My son is a sophomore in high school and there is so much confusion regarding the college process. I love having a resource available 24/7 to answer any of my random questions.
Thank you for this app! My son is a sophomore in high school and there is so much confusion regarding the college process. I love having a resource available 24/7 to answer any of my random questions.
It’s like having your own private college counselor. Ask a question, get a straight answer. No more sorting through a Google search to see what’s legit.
It’s like having your own private college counselor. Ask a question, get a straight answer. No more sorting through a Google search to see what’s legit.
New in Version 2.7.1:
- Activity feed for guidance counselors
- Minor fixes and improvements
New in version 2.7:
- "Eva" is now EVA, your Expert Virtual Assistant
- Updated icons for EVA
- Added support for middle school (8th grade) students
2.7.1 Apr 16
New in version 2.7:
- "Eva" is now EVA, your Expert Virtual Assistant
- Updated icons for EVA
- Added support for middle school (8th grade) students
2.7.0 Mar 12
Version 2.6.5 features expanded editing of student profiles.
Version 2.6.4 contains minor fixes and improvements.
Version 2.6.3 contains optimizations for the personalized video playlist in the Resource Center, as well as numerous additional performance improvements.
Version 2.6.2 incorporates a new approach to email verification.
Version 2.6.1 improves the functionality of the Resource Center -- especially when the app is minimized and re-opened.
New in Version 2.6:
- Expanded student profile
- Recrafted onboarding process for new users
New in Version 2.5:
- Powerful new search and personalization features in the CGN Resource Center
New in Version 2.4 of College Guidance Network:
- All-new screen layout
- Full synchronization with web application at www.cgnroadmap.com
2.6.5 Mar 6
Version 2.6.4 contains minor fixes and improvements.
Version 2.6.3 contains optimizations for the personalized video playlist in the Resource Center, as well as numerous additional performance improvements.
Version 2.6.2 incorporates a new approach to email verification.
Version 2.6.1 improves the functionality of the Resource Center -- especially when the app is minimized and re-opened.
New in Version 2.6:
- Expanded student profile
- Recrafted onboarding process for new users
New in Version 2.5:
- Powerful new search and personalization features in the CGN Resource Center
New in Version 2.4 of College Guidance Network:
- All-new screen layout
- Full synchronization with web application at www.cgnroadmap.com
2.6.4 Mar 2
Version 2.6.3 contains optimizations for the personalized video playlist in the Resource Center, as well as numerous additional performance improvements.
Version 2.6.2 incorporates a new approach to email verification.
Version 2.6.1 improves the functionality of the Resource Center -- especially when the app is minimized and re-opened.
New in Version 2.6:
- Expanded student profile
- Recrafted onboarding process for new users
New in Version 2.5:
- Powerful new search and personalization features in the CGN Resource Center
New in Version 2.4 of College Guidance Network:
- All-new screen layout
- Full synchronization with web application at www.cgnroadmap.com
2.6.3 Feb 24
Version 2.6.2 incorporates a new approach to email verification.
Version 2.6.1 improves the functionality of the Resource Center -- especially when the app is minimized and re-opened.
New in Version 2.6:
- Expanded student profile
- Recrafted onboarding process for new users
New in Version 2.5:
- Powerful new search and personalization features in the CGN Resource Center
New in Version 2.4 of College Guidance Network:
- All-new screen layout
- Full synchronization with web application at www.cgnroadmap.com
2.6.2 Feb 19
Version 2.6.1 improves the functionality of the Resource Center -- especially when the app is minimized and re-opened.
New in Version 2.6:
- Expanded student profile
- Recrafted onboarding process for new users
New in Version 2.5:
- Powerful new search and personalization features in the CGN Resource Center
New in Version 2.4 of College Guidance Network:
- All-new screen layout
- Full synchronization with web application at www.cgnroadmap.com
2.6.1 Feb 12
New in Version 2.6:
- Expanded student profile
- Recrafted onboarding process
New in Version 2.5:
- Powerful new search and personalization features in the CGN Resource Center
New in Version 2.4 of College Guidance Network:
- All-new screen layout
- Full synchronization with web application at www.cgnroadmap.com
2.6 Feb 10
New in Version 2.5:
- Powerful new search and personalization features in the CGN Resource Center
New in Version 2.4 of College Guidance Network:
- All-new screen layout
- Full synchronization with web application at www.cgnroadmap.com
2.5 Jan 29
New in Version 2.4 of College Guidance Network:
- All-new screen layout
- Full synchronization with web application at www.cgnroadmap.com
2.4 Jan 19
Minor enhancements.
2.3.4 12/30/2025
Version 2.3.2:
• Minor fixes and enhancements
NEW in version 2.2: Parent–Student Collaboration (with upgrade - two accounts with one membership):
• Share one synced roadmap so you both see the same checklist, dates, and reminders.
• Updates sync instantly—if one of you marks a task Done, it’s done for both.
• Invite from the Settings | Collaborators page and manage access anytime.
• Privacy by default: your chats with Eva remain private to your account.
• Checklist items can now launch Eva Success Tools as appropriate
• Revoke access for a collaborator
• Google SSO enabled for school accounts
• Updated onboarding for invited users
• Expanded Eva chat box when entering longer questions
Other recent Features and Enhancements:
• Roadmap checklist items now support external links to resources
• New translations (Eva speaks nine languages!)
• New architecture to enable more flexibility in account types
• Numerous performance improvements and fixes
Previously released in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
2.3.3 12/22/2025
New in version 2.3.2:
- Expanded CGN Original Series, covering AI and Jobs
- Additional language translations
NEW in version 2.2: Parent–Student Collaboration (with upgrade - two accounts with one membership):
• Share one synced roadmap so you both see the same checklist, dates, and reminders.
• Updates sync instantly—if one of you marks a task Done, it’s done for both.
• Invite from the Settings | Collaborators page and manage access anytime.
• Privacy by default: your chats with Eva remain private to your account.
• Checklist items can now launch Eva Success Tools as appropriate
• Revoke access for a collaborator
• Google SSO enabled for school accounts
• Updated onboarding for invited users
• Expanded Eva chat box when entering longer questions
Other recent Features and Enhancements:
• Roadmap checklist items now support external links to resources
• New translations (Eva speaks nine languages!)
• New architecture to enable more flexibility in account types
• Numerous performance improvements and fixes
Previously released in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
2.3.2 12/16/2025
New in version 2.3.1:
- Expanded CGN Original Series, covering Parenting and Financial Planning
- "Watch Trailer" added to Original Series
- "Office Hours" changed to "Live Programs", with expanded scope
- Supports multi-family-member accounts accounts provided by high schools
NEW in version 2.2: Parent–Student Collaboration (with upgrade - two accounts with one membership):
• Share one synced roadmap so you both see the same checklist, dates, and reminders.
• Updates sync instantly—if one of you marks a task Done, it’s done for both.
• Invite from the Settings | Collaborators page and manage access anytime.
• Privacy by default: your chats with Eva remain private to your account.
• Checklist items can now launch Eva Success Tools as appropriate
• Revoke access for a collaborator
• Google SSO enabled for school accounts
• Updated onboarding for invited users
• Expanded Eva chat box when entering longer questions
Other recent Features and Enhancements:
• Roadmap checklist items now support external links to resources
• New translations (Eva speaks nine languages!)
• New architecture to enable more flexibility in account types
• Numerous performance improvements and fixes
Previously released in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
2.3.1 11/24/2025
Introducing CGN Original Series: Expert-guided masterclasses, featuring practical lessons from trusted experts that make complex topics easier to tackle.
Initial series include: "The Art and Science of Parenting in Anxious Times"; and "Decoding Financial Aid and Affordability". Access these series through the Settings Menu under "Original Series".
NEW in version 2.2: Parent–Student Collaboration (with upgrade - two accounts with one membership):
• Share one synced roadmap so you both see the same checklist, dates, and reminders.
• Updates sync instantly—if one of you marks a task Done, it’s done for both.
• Invite from the Settings | Collaborators page and manage access anytime.
• Privacy by default: your chats with Eva remain private to your account.
Also new in this version:
• Checklist items can now launch Eva Success Tools as appropriate
• Revoke access for a collaborator
• Google SSO enabled for school accounts
• Updated onboarding for invited users
• Expanded Eva chat box when entering longer questions
Other recent Features and Enhancements:
• Roadmap checklist items now support external links to resources
• New translations (Eva speaks nine languages!)
• New architecture to enable more flexibility in account types
• Numerous performance improvements and fixes
Previously released in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
2.3 11/05/2025
NEW: Parent–Student Collaboration (with upgrade - two accounts with one membership):
• Share one synced roadmap so you both see the same checklist, dates, and reminders.
• Updates sync instantly—if one of you marks a task Done, it’s done for both.
• Invite from the Settings | Collaborators page and manage access anytime.
• Privacy by default: your chats with Eva remain private to your account.
Also new in this version:
• Checklist items can now launch Eva Success Tools as appropriate
• Revoke access for a collaborator
• Google SSO enabled for school accounts
• Updated onboarding for invited users
• Expanded Eva chat box when entering longer questions
Other recent Features and Enhancements:
• Roadmap checklist items now support external links to resources
• New translations (Eva speaks nine languages!)
• New architecture to enable more flexibility in account types
• Numerous performance improvements and fixes
Previously released in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
2.2.2 10/24/2025
NEW: Parent–Student Collaboration (with upgrade - two accounts with one membership):
• Share one synced roadmap so you both see the same checklist, dates, and reminders.
• Updates sync instantly—if one of you marks a task Done, it’s done for both.
• Invite from the Settings | Collaborators page and manage access anytime.
• Privacy by default: your chats with Eva remain private to your account.
Also new in this version:
• Checklist items can now launch Eva Success Tools as appropriate
• Revoke access for a collaborator
• Google SSO enabled for school accounts
• Updated onboarding for invited users
• Expanded Eva chat box when entering longer questions
Other recent Features and Enhancements:
• Roadmap checklist items now support external links to resources
• New translations (Eva speaks nine languages!)
• New architecture to enable more flexibility in account types
• Numerous performance improvements and fixes
Previously released in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
2.2.1 10/04/2025
NEW: Parent–Student Collaboration (with upgrade - two accounts with one membership):
• Share one synced roadmap so you both see the same checklist, dates, and reminders.
• Updates sync instantly—if one of you marks a task Done, it’s done for both.
• Invite from the Settings | Collaborators page and manage access anytime.
• Privacy by default: your chats with Eva remain private to your account.
Also new in this version:
• Checklist items can now launch Eva Success Tools as appropriate
Other recent Features and Enhancements:
• Roadmap checklist items now support external links to resources
• New translations (Eva speaks nine languages!)
• New architecture to enable more flexibility in account types
• Numerous performance improvements and fixes
Previously released in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
2.2.0 09/19/2025
New Features and Enhancements:
• Roadmap checklist items now support external links to resources
• New translations (Eva speaks nine languages!)
• New architecture to enable more flexibility in account types
• Numerous performance improvements and fixes
Previously released in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
2.1.0 09/02/2025
New in College Guidance Network 2.0
- Personalized, Step-by-Step Plan for your Teen
- Success tools for Career Exploration, College List Building, Essay Brainstorming & Review, and Interview Prep
- Access to more than 2000 video tips from 400 leading experts in college and career planning
- Invitation to biweekly Office Hours
New in Version 2.0.5:
- Due dates appear in checklist items, sorted for better organization and planning
- Checklist items contain links to register, learn more
2.0.5 08/22/2025
WHAT’S NEW IN VERSION 2.0
Introducing CGN Complete—a premium membership that adds a personalized roadmap, success tools, and live Office Hours to the free core app.
Very minor fixes in this version,
2.0.4 08/18/2025
WHAT’S NEW IN VERSION 2.0
Introducing CGN Complete—a premium membership that adds a personalized roadmap, success tools, and live Office Hours to the free core app.
New Features & Enhancements
- Introduced Essay Review in Eva Success Tools.
- Added Parent/Student/Counselor selection to Step 1 of mobile account setup.
- Enhanced Add to Notebook functionality from Resources/Roadmap with the new Notebook Sources UI.New in Guidance Network Mobile 2.0.3:
Bug Fixes
- Office Hours link works for all users.
- Fixed video playback resetting when switching to landscape mode on iOS.
- Corrected navigation so clicking the header logo redirects entitled users to the Roadmap, and others to the Ask Eva screen.
Onboarding Improvements
- Updated onboarding so Student and Counselor users are no longer asked to enter the number of children.
- Step 2 of Student onboarding now automatically pre-populates the student’s name after completing Step 1.
- Step 2 is no longer displayed during registration for the Counselor role or after reopening the app.
Other Updates
- Removed the Manage Subscription option from the Account screen for the Counselor role until the CGN Counselor subscription plan is introduced.
2.0.3 08/11/2025
WHAT’S NEW IN VERSION 2.0
Introducing CGN Complete—a premium membership that adds a personalized roadmap, success tools, and live Office Hours to the free core app.
New in Version 2.0.2
- Adds "Office Hours" link to register to biweekly live sessions with Brennan Barnard (Settings | Office Hours)
- Fixes problem when switching from portrait to landscape viewing for certain videos
2.0.2 07/26/2025
WHAT’S NEW IN VERSION 2.0
Introducing CGN Complete—a premium membership that adds a personalized roadmap, success tools, and live Office Hours to the free core app.
New in Version 2.0.1
- Download and share PDF files from the Resource Center and Roadmap checklist
2.0.1 07/17/2025
WHAT’S NEW IN VERSION 2.0
Introducing CGN Complete—a premium membership that adds a personalized roadmap, success tools, and live Office Hours to the free core app.
2.0 07/16/2025
New in Version 2.7.1:
- Activity feed for guidance counselors
- Minor fixes and improvements
New in version 2.7:
- "Eva" is now EVA, your Expert Virtual Assistant
- Updated icons for EVA
- Added support for middle school (8th grade) students
more Version 2.7.1 Apr 16
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