Amy Tamargo
College admissions consultant for students and families in Tampa
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Tampa, Florida, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member; J.D., University of Florida; Undergraduate degree, University of Florida |
| Practice | Tamargo Consulting, LLC |
Amy Tamargo is an independent college admissions consultant in Tampa, Florida. She helps students and their parents through the college application process. She is the principal and owner of Tamargo Consulting. Since 2016, she has worked with families all over the world. She also has a J.D. degree. Her services cover college lists, essays, interview prep, and choosing between offers. She has also supported medical school applicants.
What Amy helps with
Amy helps students build a college list, write strong essays, and prepare for interviews. She also guides families once offers arrive.
- Building a balanced college list based on goals and preferences
- Brainstorming, outlining, and editing application essays
- Writing scholarship essays
- Preparing for college and scholarship interviews
- Managing applications and timelines
- Weighing admission and financial offers
- Waitlist strategies
- Medical school application support
Who Amy works with
Amy works with high school students and their parents as they apply to college. She also works with students applying to medical school. Her clients live all over the world.
Background and qualifications
Amy Tamargo is the principal and owner of Tamargo Consulting. She earned her undergraduate degree and her J.D. from the University of Florida. She has worked with students and families since 2016. Her clients come from all over the world. She is a Professional member of IECA, the Independent Educational Consultants Association. She is based in Tampa, Florida.
Amy Tamargo pricing
Programs and services
- College selection
- Essay brainstorming and editing
- Interview preparation
- Application and timeline tools
- Post-acceptance guidance
- Waitlist strategies
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The CoachVouch take
Amy is an admissions consultant with a J.D. who has guided applicants to both undergraduate and medical school.
Best for students and parents who want help with college lists, essays, and choosing between offers.
Common questions
How much does Amy Tamargo charge?
Coaching with Amy runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Amy from this page for an exact quote.
What does Amy Tamargo help with?
Amy Tamargo helps with building a balanced college list based on goals and preferences, brainstorming, outlining, and editing application essays, writing scholarship essays and preparing for college and scholarship interviews.
Is Amy Tamargo certified?
Amy Tamargo lists: IECA Professional member; J.D., University of Florida; Undergraduate degree, University of Florida.
Does Amy Tamargo work with families outside Florida?
Yes. Amy has worked with students and families all over the world since 2016.
Does Amy help with scholarship applications?
Yes. She helps with scholarship essays and scholarship interviews. She also helps families weigh financial offers.
How do I contact Amy Tamargo?
Send Amy a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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