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16. “Why” You Should Hire a Private College Counselor
Private college counselors - also known as Independent Educational Consultants (IECs) - are definitely an investment, but so worth it to set your student up for the best possible college experience! In this episode, I am sharing all the ins and outs on IECs, including how private college counselors are different from high school and admissions counselors, what to look for in an IEC, and when it’s time to hire one for your student.
Some key takeaways on finding a private college counselor:
- According to the National Association for College Admissions Counseling, there is one counselor for about every 482 students in schools. School counselors are way too overloaded to give the 1:1 attention needed for the admissions process.
- Private college counselors offer a variety of services such as workshops, group programs, and 1:1 counseling. Their goal is to make sure you get the most out of the investment you’re making in your college education.
- A good IEC will never ever speak ill of the school counselor community or disparage any academic institution. If they do, run the other way and find a good counselor that is a cheerleader and who is prioritizing finding the best fit college for you.
The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process! But, I’m here to share my 25 years of higher education experience, with 10 years of direct college admissions experience, with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.
Connect with Elizabeth!
- Website
- YouTube
The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process! But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.
Connect with EWC!
- Website
- YouTube
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By Elizabeth WestPrivate college counselors - also known as Independent Educational Consultants (IECs) - are definitely an investment, but so worth it to set your student up for the best possible college experience! In this episode, I am sharing all the ins and outs on IECs, including how private college counselors are different from high school and admissions counselors, what to look for in an IEC, and when it’s time to hire one for your student.
Some key takeaways on finding a private college counselor:
- According to the National Association for College Admissions Counseling, there is one counselor for about every 482 students in schools. School counselors are way too overloaded to give the 1:1 attention needed for the admissions process.
- Private college counselors offer a variety of services such as workshops, group programs, and 1:1 counseling. Their goal is to make sure you get the most out of the investment you’re making in your college education.
- A good IEC will never ever speak ill of the school counselor community or disparage any academic institution. If they do, run the other way and find a good counselor that is a cheerleader and who is prioritizing finding the best fit college for you.
The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process! But, I’m here to share my 25 years of higher education experience, with 10 years of direct college admissions experience, with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.
Connect with Elizabeth!
- Website
- YouTube
The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process! But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.
Connect with EWC!
- Website
- YouTube