Claire Cafaro
College admissions and athletic recruiting counselor in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | College admissionsAthletic recruitingTransfer studentsCareer changeCareer clarity and purposeNew grads and students |
| Works with | Students, Parents, Professionals and Athletes |
| Also coaches | Career coach and Fitness coach |
| Based in | Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | IECA member; NACAC member; NJACAC member; HECA member |
| Practice | Clear Directions |
Claire Cafaro leads Clear Directions, a boutique advising practice in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey. She helps students and families with college admissions, athletic recruiting, and career direction. She works with a team of 8 certified counselors, and many of them spent decades as school counselors. The practice has served hundreds of families for over 20 years. Sessions run online and in person, and the first meeting is free.
What Claire helps with
Clear Directions helps students plan for college, get recruited to play a sport, and pick a career path. It also helps professionals who feel stuck in their work.
- Building a college list
- Completing and submitting first college applications
- Applying as a transfer student
- Getting recruited to compete at the college level
- Finding a career path that fits strengths and values
- Moving forward when a career feels stuck
- Reducing stress during the application process
Who Claire works with
Clients include high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors, plus transfer students and their parents. Student-athletes in all sports, from freshman to senior year, get recruiting guidance. Students and professionals who feel stuck in their careers also work with the practice.
How Claire works
Career clarity work follows a structured process that connects a client's strengths and values to a clear career path. College advising covers the full path, from building the college list to submitting the first application. Clients work with a professional from start to finish, and the team gives feedback on essays and application details.
Background and qualifications
Claire Cafaro leads Clear Directions in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey. The practice has operated for over 20 years and has helped hundreds of families with college admissions, athletic recruiting, and career transitions. Her team has 8 certified counselors, and many spent decades as school counselors. The practice belongs to IECA, NACAC, NJACAC, and HECA.
Claire Cafaro pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions advising
- Athletic recruitment guidance
- Career clarity counseling
- Free meet and greet consultation
- Virtual and in-person sessions
Claire Cafaro reviews
The CoachVouch take
Offers college admissions, athletic recruiting, and career counseling in one practice, with a team of 8 counselors, many of them former school counselors.
Best for New Jersey families who want help with college applications or recruiting for a student-athlete.
Common questions
How much does Claire Cafaro charge?
Coaching with Claire runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Claire Cafaro help with?
Claire Cafaro helps with building a college list, completing and submitting first college applications, applying as a transfer student and getting recruited to compete at the college level.
Does Claire Cafaro coach online?
Claire is based in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Claire Cafaro certified?
Claire Cafaro lists: IECA member; NACAC member; NJACAC member; HECA member.
Does Claire Cafaro help student-athletes get recruited?
Yes. Clear Directions guides high school student-athletes in all sports, from freshman to senior year, who want to compete in college.
Can Clear Directions work with clients online?
Yes. The practice offers both virtual and in-person consultations.
How do I contact Claire Cafaro?
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