Bruce Epstein
College admissions counselor for students and parents in Rocky Hill, NJ
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Rocky Hill, New Jersey, United States |
| Credentials | IECA member |
| Practice | First Choice College Counseling |
Bruce Epstein runs First Choice College Counseling in Rocky Hill, New Jersey. He guides students and parents through college applications, from building a college list to finishing essays. The practice also covers athletic recruiting, high school placement, graduate school and medical school applications. Dozens of students have found and won admission to schools that fit them. The team works with average students and those aiming for highly selective colleges.
What Bruce helps with
Bruce helps students and families handle the college application process with less stress. The work covers picking the right schools, writing strong essays and meeting deadlines.
- Building a targeted college list
- Brainstorming and revising college essays
- Preparing for college interviews
- Planning SAT and ACT testing
- Choosing between early decision, early action and regular admission
- Recruiting for sports such as soccer, golf and crew
- Applying to graduate programs with a STEM focus
- Reviewing financial aid packages
Who Bruce works with
Clients are students and their parents. Students range from average to above average, and some aim for highly selective colleges. The practice serves domestic and international students. It also works with student athletes, high school applicants, graduate applicants and medical school applicants.
How Bruce works
The practice offers three service levels. Strategic Planning covers the student's story, a targeted college list and a review of each part of the application. Essay and Application Completion adds detailed essay help and one full application. The full package covers applications to 10 to 15 colleges, mock interviews and waitlist help. Clients can reach the team by text, WhatsApp, WeChat, FaceTime, Skype or phone, including nights and weekends.
Background and qualifications
Bruce Epstein is a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and leads First Choice College Counseling, an independent practice in Rocky Hill, New Jersey. The practice has helped dozens of students find and gain admission to the best school for them. Its staff covers college counseling for US four-year colleges and UK schools, athletic recruiting, high school placement, graduate school and medical school applications.
Bruce Epstein pricing
Programs and services
- Free initial consultation
- Strategic Planning Services
- Essay and Application Completion Service
- College Admissions Package (full service)
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The CoachVouch take
The full package follows students past acceptance, with advice on course choice, study abroad, internships and career placement during college.
Best for students and parents who want one team to handle college, athletic recruiting or graduate school applications.
Common questions
How much does Bruce Epstein charge?
Coaching with Bruce runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Bruce from this page for an exact quote.
What does Bruce Epstein help with?
Bruce Epstein helps with building a targeted college list, brainstorming and revising college essays, preparing for college interviews and planning SAT and ACT testing.
Is Bruce Epstein certified?
Bruce Epstein lists: IECA member.
Does First Choice work with international students?
Yes. The practice places domestic and international students in US four-year colleges and in the UK. It also handles high school placement for both groups.
Can First Choice help with athletic recruiting?
Yes. The practice supports recruiting in soccer, track, golf, diving, crew, swimming and other sports. The full package includes advice on sports recruitment and talent evaluation.
How do I contact Bruce Epstein?
Send Bruce a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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