Cheryl Chamberlain
Independent college admissions consultant in Riverwoods, Illinois
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Riverwoods, Illinois, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member; Professionally trained independent education consultant |
| Practice | Chamberlain College Consulting |
Cheryl Chamberlain is an independent college admissions consultant who helps students and parents find colleges where the student can succeed. She runs Chamberlain College Consulting in Riverwoods, Illinois. Her work covers the full path from early high school to the move to college. She gives each student one-on-one attention and builds a plan around that student. She also works with student athletes, gifted students, and late bloomers.
What Cheryl helps with
Cheryl helps students pick colleges that fit them while keeping stress and anxiety low. She also covers money and essay needs.
- Building a college list that fits the student
- Writing and improving college application essays
- Finding financial aid and scholarships
- Coordinating with recruiters for student athletes
- Choosing high school classes and activities
- Planning for college entrance tests
- Exploring majors and careers
- Preparing for college interviews
Who Cheryl works with
Cheryl works with students and their parents, starting as early as high school. She guides all types of students. She also has experience with student athletes, gifted students, and late bloomers who need special advice.
How Cheryl works
Cheryl starts by getting to know each student through personal, one-on-one attention. She then builds a unique plan around that student's strengths. Her Comprehensive Plan includes unlimited student contact, from high school planning through the dorm packing list. She also offers hourly consulting for single projects, such as essay writing or choosing a major. Families can use free online resources with tips and videos for college-bound students.
Background and qualifications
Cheryl Chamberlain is a professionally trained independent educational consultant. She is a Professional member of the IECA. She runs Chamberlain College Consulting from Riverwoods, Illinois. Her services cover the whole college process, including college visits, interviews, applications, essays, and financial aid and scholarships.
Cheryl Chamberlain pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive Plan with unlimited student contact
- Hourly consulting for specific projects
- Free online resources
- Essay help
- College list preparation
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The CoachVouch take
Cheryl offers a Comprehensive Plan with unlimited student contact that runs from early high school to the dorm packing list.
Best for students and parents who want one-on-one guidance from early high school through the move to college.
Common questions
How much does Cheryl Chamberlain charge?
Coaching with Cheryl runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Cheryl Chamberlain help with?
Cheryl Chamberlain helps with building a college list that fits the student, writing and improving college application essays, finding financial aid and scholarships and coordinating with recruiters for student athletes.
Is Cheryl Chamberlain certified?
Cheryl Chamberlain lists: IECA Professional member; Professionally trained independent education consultant.
Does Cheryl Chamberlain work with student athletes?
Yes. She coordinates with recruitment for athletes and understands the special advice student athletes need.
Can I hire Cheryl for just one project?
Yes. She offers hourly consulting for specific projects, such as essay writing or choosing a major.
How do I contact Cheryl Chamberlain?
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