Beverly Brutzkus
College admissions consultant serving southern California and online
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Westlake Village, California, United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Practice | Conejo College Consulting |
Beverly Brutzkus is an independent college admissions consultant who guides high school students and their parents through the application process. She runs Conejo College Consulting in Westlake Village, California, and also meets families on Zoom. Her four step process is Reflect, Explore, Apply and Decide. She is now taking students in the high school classes of 2027 and 2028. Her work covers college lists, essays, letters of recommendation, and comparing financial aid offers.
What Beverly helps with
Beverly helps students plan and finish college applications with less stress. She also helps families compare offers once admission decisions arrive.
- Understanding learning style, needs and goals before choosing schools
- Building a balanced college list that fits academically, socially and financially
- Planning college visits, in person or virtual
- Choosing standardized testing options and timelines
- Applying through the Common App and the University of California application
- Brainstorming essay ideas and polishing personal statements
- Getting strong letters of recommendation and writing an activities list
- Comparing financial aid packages and finding scholarships
Who Beverly works with
Beverly works with high school students and their parents. She is now onboarding the classes of 2027 and 2028. She first meets with each family to learn what services the student needs. Then she reviews the student's grades, activities and interests.
How Beverly works
Beverly uses a four step process called Reflect, Explore, Apply and Decide. In Explore, she suggests a first list of colleges and helps plan visits. In Apply, she builds a deadline timeline and gives feedback on essays. In Decide, she helps compare offers and financial aid. Sessions are on Zoom or in person.
Background and qualifications
Beverly Brutzkus is an independent college consultant and the founder of Conejo College Consulting. She is a member of HECA. Her practice is based in Westlake Village, California. She works with families across southern California and beyond through Zoom. She also offers campus visit planning and other services beyond the core application process.
Beverly Brutzkus pricing
Programs and services
- Free meet and greet Zoom call
- One-on-one college application guidance
- Campus visit planning
- Zoom or in person sessions
Beverly Brutzkus reviews
The CoachVouch take
Beverly guides families through a four step process that runs from self-reflection to the final choice of a school.
Best for high school students in the classes of 2027 and 2028 who want a structured, lower stress path through applications.
Common questions
How much does Beverly Brutzkus charge?
Coaching with Beverly runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Beverly Brutzkus help with?
Beverly Brutzkus helps with understanding learning style, needs and goals before choosing schools, building a balanced college list that fits academically, socially and financially, planning college visits, in person or virtual and choosing standardized testing options and timelines.
Does Beverly Brutzkus coach online?
Beverly is based in Westlake Village, California, United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Beverly Brutzkus certified?
Beverly Brutzkus lists: HECA member.
Does Beverly Brutzkus work with students outside California?
Yes. She serves southern California and beyond through Zoom. In person sessions are in Westlake Village, California.
Can Beverly help with financial aid and scholarships?
Yes. She helps families compare financial aid packages and gives information about scholarships once offers arrive.
How do I contact Beverly Brutzkus?
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