Cindy Laubenstein
College admissions and career consultant for high school students and families
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | College admissionsCollege essaysFinancial aid and scholarshipsResume and LinkedInCareer changeNew grads and students |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | Career coach |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Practice | Aspire College and Career Consulting |
Cindy Laubenstein is a college admissions and career consultant who helps high school students and their families through the admissions process. She is the principal and director of Aspire College and Career Consulting. She started in the field in 2009 with a local firm and opened her own company in 2012. She has worked with over 100 students in all grades. Her firm also serves college students and young adults changing careers.
What Cindy helps with
Cindy helps students plan for college from early high school through applications. She also helps college students and young adults with career steps.
- Choosing high school courses
- Planning a standardized testing strategy
- Building a balanced college list
- Brainstorming, writing and editing college essays
- Planning letters of recommendation
- Managing applications
- Understanding merit aid and financial aid
- Choosing a college major and career path
Who Cindy works with
Cindy works with high school students in all grades and with their families. Her firm also offers career services for college students and young adults who are changing careers.
Background and qualifications
Cindy began working in college admissions consulting with a local firm in 2009. In 2012, she started her own company, Aspire College and Career Consulting. She serves as its principal and director. Since then she has worked with over 100 students on every part of the college admissions process, and she works with students in all high school grades.
Cindy Laubenstein pricing
Programs and services
- Meetings in person or on Zoom
- Course and curriculum planning
- College major and career assessment
- Resume and activity sheet development
- Scholarship guidance
- Interview preparation
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The CoachVouch take
Her firm covers the full admissions process and also offers career services for college students and young adults.
Best for high school families who want help from course planning through applications and financial aid.
Common questions
How much does Cindy Laubenstein charge?
Coaching with Cindy runs $70 to $130 an hour. Message Cindy from this page for an exact quote.
What does Cindy Laubenstein help with?
Cindy Laubenstein helps with choosing high school courses, planning a standardized testing strategy, building a balanced college list and brainstorming, writing and editing college essays.
Does Cindy Laubenstein coach online?
Sessions are online and in person.
Does Cindy Laubenstein help with more than college applications?
Yes. Her firm also offers career services for high school students, college students and young adults in career transition.
How do I contact Cindy Laubenstein?
Send Cindy a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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