Avonna Swartz
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Austin, Texas
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Austin, Texas, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member; Doctorate (Dr.) |
| Practice | Your College Planner, LLC |
Avonna Swartz is an independent college admissions consultant in Austin, Texas. He helps students and their parents build and carry out a college admissions plan. He is an educator, academic advisor and admissions counselor with over 20 years of experience. His clients have gone on to schools such as Baylor, UPenn, MIT, USC and Cornell. He also keeps students on task so they meet every deadline. His roster is full for the Class of 2027.
What Avonna helps with
Avonna helps students move from unsure applicants to confident college freshmen. He guides families through each step of the application process.
- Building a customized college list
- Writing and reviewing college essays
- Choosing courses and activities
- Meeting application deadlines
- Finishing applications early
- Networking with colleges
- Getting help with the application itself
Who Avonna works with
Avonna works with high school students and their parents. His clients are busy families who want help with the admissions process. He has openings for the Class of 2028 and his roster is full for the Class of 2027.
Background and qualifications
Avonna Swartz holds a doctorate and works as an educator, academic advisor and admissions counselor. He has over 20 years of experience. He runs Your College Planner, LLC as an independent educational consultant in Austin, Texas. He is a professional member of the IECA. His students have been accepted at schools such as Baylor, UPenn, MIT, USC and Cornell.
Avonna Swartz pricing
Programs and services
- College list development
- College essay review
- Application assistance
- Course and activity selection
- College networking support
- Consultation booking
Avonna Swartz reviews
The CoachVouch take
He combines over 20 years as an educator and advisor with a focus on keeping students on task and ahead of deadlines.
Best for busy families who want a clear plan and steady support through the college application process.
Common questions
How much does Avonna Swartz charge?
Coaching with Avonna runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Avonna from this page for an exact quote.
What does Avonna Swartz help with?
Avonna Swartz helps with building a customized college list, writing and reviewing college essays, choosing courses and activities and meeting application deadlines.
Is Avonna Swartz certified?
Avonna Swartz lists: IECA Professional member; Doctorate (Dr.).
Is Avonna Swartz taking new students?
His roster is full for the Class of 2027. He has limited openings for the Class of 2028.
How do I contact Avonna Swartz?
Send Avonna a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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