Chris Morgan
College admissions counselor near Chicago with University of Chicago committee experience
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students |
| Based in | Illinois, United States |
| Credentials | Premium Consultant, Quad Education Group; Former University of Chicago admissions committee member |
Chris Morgan is a college admissions counselor who helps students plan and complete their applications. Chris taught high school English for over two decades at a nationally ranked school in Illinois. Chris also reviewed applications and ran interviews for the University of Chicago admissions committee. Chris has worked with over 100 college clients and focuses on personal essays and applications to Ivy League and other elite schools.
What Chris helps with
Chris helps students build strong applications and tell their own story in their essays. Chris works with students from early high school through senior year.
- Writing personal college essays
- Building an authentic application narrative
- Applying to Ivy League and other elite schools
- Planning the summer before senior year
- Finishing senior year applications
- Building a strong candidacy starting in the underclass years
Who Chris works with
Chris works with high school students at different stages. Some are rising seniors who need help with applications. Others are juniors who want a summer plan and application help. Younger students can start early to build their candidacy over several years.
Background and qualifications
Chris spent over two decades as an English teacher at a nationally ranked high school in Illinois. During that time, Chris guided many students through the college application process, especially personal essays. Chris also worked with the University of Chicago admissions committee, where Chris reviewed applications and conducted interviews. Today Chris is a Premium Consultant with Quad Education Group and has consulted with over 100 students.
Chris Morgan pricing
Programs and services
- Custom hourly sessions
Chris Morgan reviews
Chris Morgan has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 12 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Chris combines over two decades of teaching English with firsthand experience reviewing applications for the University of Chicago admissions committee.
Best for students who want help with personal essays and applications to elite colleges.
Common questions
How much does Chris Morgan charge?
Coaching with Chris runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Chris Morgan help with?
Chris Morgan helps with writing personal college essays, building an authentic application narrative, applying to Ivy League and other elite schools and planning the summer before senior year.
Does Chris Morgan have reviews?
Chris Morgan has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 12 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Chris Morgan certified?
Chris Morgan lists: Premium Consultant, Quad Education Group; Former University of Chicago admissions committee member.
Can students start working with Chris before senior year?
Yes. Chris offers a junior year summer package and a multi-year package that starts with underclassmen. The rising senior roster is currently full.
Does Chris have admissions office experience?
Yes. Chris worked with the University of Chicago admissions committee, reviewing applications and conducting interviews.
How do I contact Chris Morgan?
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