Benjamin Caldarelli
College admissions counselor for students and families in Princeton, NJ
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Princeton, New Jersey, United States |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Practice | Benjamin College Consulting |
Benjamin Caldarelli is an independent college admissions consultant in Princeton, New Jersey. He works with students and their parents through a boutique, concierge practice. He built his own framework, the Citizen Scholar Admissions Strategy, to position students for college. He also writes a newsletter that mixes admissions strategy with timeless wisdom. He describes his role as strategist, mentor and counselor for families going through the college process.
What Benjamin helps with
Benjamin helps students and families work through the college admissions process with a clear plan. He focuses on showing character and telling a strong personal story.
- Positioning a student for college admission
- Telling a strong personal story in applications
- Building an effective personal brand as an applicant
- Researching academic programs in depth
- Keeping the admissions process calm for families
Who Benjamin works with
Benjamin works with high school students and their parents. Families choose from a range of services and packages based on their own needs, circumstances and goals. His past students have gone on to a mix of colleges, including Amherst, Brown, NYU and Syracuse.
How Benjamin works
Benjamin uses the Citizen Scholar Admissions Strategy, his signature framework for positioning students for college and beyond. The method rests on two ideas: Showing character and telling a good story. His practice is boutique and concierge, so families get personal attention. He also offers a range of services and packages so each family can pick what fits.
Background and qualifications
Benjamin Caldarelli founded Benjamin College Consulting, a boutique practice in Princeton, New Jersey. He is an independent college consultant and a member of HECA. He describes his work as strategist, mentor and counselor. He also publishes The Citizen Scholar newsletter, which pairs practical admissions strategy with timeless wisdom.
Benjamin Caldarelli pricing
Programs and services
- Concierge college counseling
- Service packages tailored to each family
- The Citizen Scholar newsletter
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The CoachVouch take
He built his own method, the Citizen Scholar Admissions Strategy, and shares it through a newsletter.
Best for students and parents who want personal, calm guidance and a clear story for their applications.
Common questions
How much does Benjamin Caldarelli charge?
Coaching with Benjamin runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Benjamin from this page for an exact quote.
What does Benjamin Caldarelli help with?
Benjamin Caldarelli helps with positioning a student for college admission, telling a strong personal story in applications, building an effective personal brand as an applicant and researching academic programs in depth.
Is Benjamin Caldarelli certified?
Benjamin Caldarelli lists: HECA member.
How do I contact Benjamin Caldarelli?
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