Top ten reasons why
to enlist college coaching & college applications services
#1
The average high school public guidance counselor to student ration is 434 to 1, leaving most students without individualized attention and plans.
#2
In the exact words of a current senior student applying Early Action and Regular Decision...
“You are a huge stress reliever.”
#3
Outside resources can eliminate the tension from student/parent relationships. In the words of a recent parent...
“I found being honest with (my daughter) to be very difficult and she became quickly defensive. LB had a magical way of providing constructive feedback in a way that my daughter could hear and respond to.” ”
#4
More than 1/3 of college students will transfer, and the average time it takes to graduate is 4.8 years. Four years of college now costs $100,000-$300,000, and the average debit is $30,000. Eliminating the risk of mistakes can save a lot of money down the road.
#5
Families can often save money by working with their college consultant to navigate financial aid, merit aid and rewards letters.
#6
By identifying their strengths, coupled with attending numerous college admissions forums and discussion, college consultants can effectively help students write strong admissions applications and essays in their own voice.
(Ask me about our kick-ass essay writing workshop for rising seniors during the summer!).
#7
Colleges consultants provide suggestion throughout your high school career that can better prepare students for success in the application process, such as specific class choices and extra-curricular activities.
#8
Most educational consultants spend 20% of their time meeting with admissions officers, touring campuses, and exploring the campus environment, thereby giving them extensive, first-hand knowledge of colleges big and small, around the country. This personal insight provides clients with a much deeper understanding than any catalog or website can convey.
#9
A college consultant spends hours with the applicant and family getting to the heart of his or her personality, interests, qualifications, and aspirations. A successful admission begins when a consultant learns as much as he or she can about you, then works to find the college that provides the best environment for your educational, social, professional, and personal growth.
#10
Students with unique circumstances, such as learning disabilities, the need for extra support, emotional challenges, or the need for specific programs can benefit from the knowledge of private counseling.