Bibi Malek
University admissions consultant for students applying to US, Canada and UK schools
| Hourly rate range | $80 to $220 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students, Parents, Athletes and Creatives |
| Based in | West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Select College Admissions, Ltd. |
Bibi Malek is a university admissions consultant and the founder of Select College Admissions in West Vancouver, Canada. She helps students and parents plan and complete applications to universities in the US, Canada and the UK. She has more than a decade of experience in admission counseling. She works with athletes, aspiring architects and studio or performing artists. She meets clients in person or by live video, so families in other countries can work with her.
What Bibi helps with
Bibi helps students choose the right universities and build strong applications. She also starts planning early, in grade 9 or 10, so students are ready by grade 12.
- Choosing between early decision, early action and regular timelines
- Brainstorming and editing application essays and supplements
- Planning courses, extracurriculars and summer programs
- Choosing between the SAT and ACT and setting a test timeline
- Handling deferrals and waitlists
- Understanding the F-1 visa and I-20 process for US-bound students
- Applying to direct-entry medical programs, including UCAT planning
Who Bibi works with
Bibi works with high school students and their parents. Clients include families in North America and overseas who want their children to attend schools in the US, Canada or the UK. She also works with athletes, aspiring architects, and studio or performing artists. She also takes transfer applications.
How Bibi works
Work starts with a University Readiness Review session. Bibi suggests parents book it early, in grade 9 or 10. She reviews grades, curriculum and study skills, and uses assessments to find learning style, interests and career direction. She builds a Personal Accomplishments Chart, a strategic plan with mini-goals and reminders, and a University Comparative Chart. Sessions happen in person, by video, or by email.
Background and qualifications
Bibi Malek is the founder and principal of Select College Admissions, Ltd., based in West Vancouver, British Columbia. She has more than a decade of experience in university admission counseling. She is a Professional member of the IECA, the Independent Educational Consultants Association. Her practice covers applications to US, Canadian and UK universities, as well as transfer applications. She also gives talks at local high schools and to parent groups on university preparation and SAT and ACT testing.
Bibi Malek pricing
Programs and services
- University Readiness Review session
- One-on-one counseling in person or by video
- US university admissions counseling
- Canadian university admissions counseling
- UK university admissions counseling
- Transfer application help
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The CoachVouch take
Bibi covers US, Canadian and UK applications in one practice, and works with students worldwide by video.
Best for students and parents who want early planning for US, Canadian or UK university applications.
Common questions
How much does Bibi Malek charge?
Coaching with Bibi runs $80 to $220 an hour. Message Bibi from this page for an exact quote.
What does Bibi Malek help with?
Bibi Malek helps with choosing between early decision, early action and regular timelines, brainstorming and editing application essays and supplements, planning courses, extracurriculars and summer programs and choosing between the SAT and ACT and setting a test timeline.
Does Bibi Malek coach online?
Bibi is based in West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Bibi Malek certified?
Bibi Malek lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Bibi Malek work with students outside Canada?
Yes. She works with students locally and globally, in person or by live video. Her clients include families in North America and overseas.
When should families start working with Bibi Malek?
She suggests a University Readiness Review early, in grade 9 or 10. Waiting until grade 12 often leads to disappointment.
How do I contact Bibi Malek?
Send Bibi a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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