Bridget Hotrum
College admissions and financial aid consultant in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Credentials | IECA member |
| Practice | College Bound Admissions Academy |
Bridget Hotrum is a college admissions and financial aid consultant who helps high school students and their parents plan for college. She runs College Bound Admissions Academy in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. Her team has over 80 years of combined experience at the high school and college levels. She takes on only 30 students per grade. She is available seven days a week to answer questions and keep students on track.
What Bridget helps with
Bridget helps families plan for college early and pay for it wisely. She builds a plan around each student's strengths, interests and family resources.
- Building a personal college admissions plan
- Maximizing financial aid eligibility
- Choosing a top college and a major
- Preparing for college entrance exams
- Writing strong college essays
- Deciding when to visit colleges and whether to build a resume
- Support for high school student athletes
Who Bridget works with
Bridget works with high school students and their parents. Families start early, well before graduation. Student athletes also get their own support track.
How Bridget works
Each student gets a college admissions and financial aid plan built on their strengths, interests and family resources. The practice is capped at 30 students per grade, so families get direct access. Bridget and her staff answer questions and solve problems seven days a week. Services include admissions programs, a financial aid program, test prep, essay editing and student athlete support. Families can start with a complimentary college planning meeting.
Background and qualifications
Bridget Hotrum leads College Bound Admissions Academy, an independent practice in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. She is a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association. She works with a support staff that has over 80 years of combined experience at both the high school and college levels. The practice also offers services for college graduates and for companies.
Bridget Hotrum pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions programs
- Financial aid program
- Test prep
- Essay editing
- Student athlete support
- Services for college grads
Bridget Hotrum reviews
The CoachVouch take
Limits the practice to 30 students per grade and stays available to families seven days a week.
Best for families of high school students who want a personal admissions plan and help with financial aid.
Common questions
How much does Bridget Hotrum charge?
Coaching with Bridget runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Bridget Hotrum help with?
Bridget Hotrum helps with building a personal college admissions plan, maximizing financial aid eligibility, choosing a top college and a major and preparing for college entrance exams.
Is Bridget Hotrum certified?
Bridget Hotrum lists: IECA member.
Does Bridget Hotrum help with paying for college?
Yes. Her practice has a financial aid program that helps families raise their aid eligibility and make informed choices.
Does Bridget Hotrum work with student athletes?
Yes. The practice offers student athlete support for high school athletes.
How do I contact Bridget Hotrum?
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