Anne Anderson
Independent college admissions advisor for students and parents in California
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | California, United States |
| Credentials | HECA member; Independent college consultant |
| Practice | Anderson + Krone College Admissions Advising |
Anne Anderson is an independent college admissions advisor in California. She helps students and their parents plan for college, pick schools that fit, and finish applications. She runs Anderson + Krone College Admissions Advising and belongs to HECA. Her clients have gone on to schools such as UC Berkeley, Seattle University, Saint Mary's College of California and the School of Visual Arts. The practice uses the College Planner Pro platform for college research.
What Anne helps with
Anne helps students prepare for the admission process, explore interests and possible careers, and choose colleges that fit and are affordable. Parents get guidance too.
- Choosing colleges that fit and are affordable
- Narrowing school size, location and type
- Judging where a student can realistically get in
- Editing application essays to fit prompts and word counts
- Exploring areas of interest and possible careers
- Keeping track of application and scholarship deadlines
- Building a college list with a wide range of schools
Who Anne works with
Anne works with high school students who are applying to college, and with their parents. Her clients include students who are busy with school, sports and other activities. Parents who feel unsure about the admissions process also get guidance.
How Anne works
The practice uses the College Planner Pro platform for college research. It helps break the process into tasks. Students and families can schedule meetings as often or as little as they need.
Background and qualifications
Anne Anderson is an independent college consultant and a member of HECA. She runs Anderson + Krone College Admissions Advising in California. She gives students one-on-one help with research, essays and applications, and she supports parents through the process.
Anne Anderson pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one college advising
- College research with College Planner Pro
- Application essay editing
- Advising meetings scheduled as needed
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The CoachVouch take
Anne is an independent advisor who lets families schedule meetings as often or as little as they need.
Best for California families who want individual help finding affordable colleges that fit.
Common questions
How much does Anne Anderson charge?
Coaching with Anne runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Anne from this page for an exact quote.
What does Anne Anderson help with?
Anne Anderson helps with choosing colleges that fit and are affordable, narrowing school size, location and type, judging where a student can realistically get in and editing application essays to fit prompts and word counts.
Is Anne Anderson certified?
Anne Anderson lists: HECA member; Independent college consultant.
Does Anne Anderson work with parents?
Yes. Anne guides parents as well as students through the college admissions process.
How do I contact Anne Anderson?
Send Anne a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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