Allison Matlack
Independent educational consultant for school and college admissions in Massachusetts
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | ADHD coach |
| Based in | Needham, Massachusetts, United States |
| Credentials | M.A.T., Tufts University; Phi Beta Kappa, Bates College; IECA professional member; NACAC member; NEACAC member |
| Practice | Matlack Educational Consulting |
Allison Matlack is an independent educational consultant who guides students and families through the school and college search and application process. She opened Matlack Educational Consulting in 2015, after 12 years as a consultant with AHP Educational Consulting. She began her career as an English teacher, dorm head and college counselor at Westtown School. She has served on the national board of IECA, the professional group for educational consultants.
What Allison helps with
Allison helps students and families find the right school or college and get through the application process. She also teaches skills like time management and decision-making along the way.
- Independent school planning
- Finding the right college fit
- Guiding students through the application process
- Building time management skills
- Making good decisions about schools
- Building self-awareness and self-confidence
- Hourly consultation for specific questions
Who Allison works with
Allison works with students and their parents. Clients include families looking at independent schools and families planning for college. The team also includes a senior consultant who works with students who have learning or attention needs and need more specialized school or college options.
Background and qualifications
Allison Matlack spent her early career at Westtown School in Pennsylvania. There she taught English, coached swim, served as dorm head and associate dean of students, and worked as a college counselor. She then spent 12 years as a consultant with AHP Educational Consulting in Sudbury, MA. She opened her own firm in 2015. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Tufts University and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Bates College. She is active in IECA, NACAC and NEACAC, and has taught at the IECA Summer Training Institute.
Allison Matlack pricing
Programs and services
- Independent school planning
- Application guidance
- Hourly consultation
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The CoachVouch take
Allison is a former boarding school teacher, dorm head and associate dean who later served on the IECA national board.
Best for families who want personal guidance choosing an independent school or college and completing applications.
Common questions
How much does Allison Matlack charge?
Coaching with Allison runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Allison from this page for an exact quote.
What does Allison Matlack help with?
Allison Matlack helps with independent school planning, finding the right college fit, guiding students through the application process and building time management skills.
Is Allison Matlack certified?
Allison Matlack lists: M.A.T., Tufts University; Phi Beta Kappa, Bates College; IECA professional member; NACAC member; NEACAC member.
Does Matlack Educational Consulting help with independent school applications?
Yes. Independent school planning is one of its core services, along with college application guidance.
Can the team help students with learning or attention needs?
Yes. A senior consultant on the team works with students who need more specialized school or college options because of learning or attention challenges.
How do I contact Allison Matlack?
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