College is a big step. You don’t have to navigate it alone. We help students and families turn questions about college into a thoughtful, personal plan.
Based in Chesapeake, Virginia · In-person and virtual guidance
Personal guidance from a husband-and-wife team with backgrounds in university administration, academic advising, and scholarship management.
There’s no single route to a fulfilling college experience. We help your family find the one that makes sense for you.
Explore interests, identify best-fit colleges, and build a practical timeline for the road ahead.
Explore this service ↗Bring clarity to application requirements, deadlines, and the story your student wants to tell.
Explore this service ↗Understand the next steps for scholarships, financial aid, and paying for college.
Explore this service ↗We’re Walter and Jora Odom, a husband-and-wife team whose careers have been dedicated to helping students find their footing and move forward.
Our backgrounds span university administration, academic advising, scholarship management, and student support. We bring that experience to your family—with time to listen and guidance shaped around your student.
Tell us where you are, what matters to your family, and what feels uncertain.
Explore academic interests, college options, and priorities with a practical path forward.
Work through decisions and deadlines with encouragement and a clearer sense of direction.
“I could walk into his office on any given day and get Mr. Odom at his best – listening, encouraging and guiding.”N. Powers · Former student testimonial
A testimonial shared on the existing Navigation Academy website
We work with high school seniors as well as students starting earlier. Contact us to discuss your timeline and the support available.
Exploring interests, strengths, and career goals is part of the planning process. Your student doesn’t need a major picked out before the first conversation.
Yes. Navigation Academy offers in-person and video conversations, along with communication by phone and email.
Services depend on the support your family needs. Get in touch to discuss scope and pricing before making a commitment.
Tell us a little about your family and where you are in the college journey.
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