Claire Nold-Glaser
Independent college admissions consultant for students and parents in Washington
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Washington, United States |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Practice | College Planning Help |
Claire Nold-Glaser is an independent college consultant who helps students and their parents plan for college. She runs College Planning Help in Washington. She has counseled students on the college process since 1994. She visits college campuses each year to keep up with admission practices. She helps students find colleges that fit their talents, strengths and interests. She offers a Comprehensive Package and a Ten Hour Package.
What Claire helps with
Claire helps students prepare for college, research schools, apply and choose. She also works with parents during the process.
- Finding colleges that fit a student's strengths and interests
- Building a list of recommended colleges to compare
- Planning for ACT, SAT and SAT Subject Tests
- Working on college applications and essays
- Preparing for campus visits and interviews
- Learning about scholarships and financial aid
- Understanding the college recruitment process for student-athletes
- Building self advocacy skills to get support services in college
Who Claire works with
Claire works with high school students and their families. She also works with student-athletes who want to learn about college recruiting. Parents can reach her for questions during the process. Students who need support services in college can learn to speak up for themselves.
How Claire works
In the Comprehensive Package, Claire meets regularly with the student to talk about college planning. She uses questionnaires, surveys and other tools to judge college choices and fit. She makes a list of recommended colleges with details for comparing them. She is available by phone or e-mail between meetings. She also acts as a mentor and stays available to parents as needed.
Background and qualifications
Claire has counseled students on the college process since 1994. She works as an independent college consultant and is a member of HECA. Each year she visits college campuses to stay current on how colleges handle admissions. She keeps a list of schools that have accepted students who used her services. Her work centers on helping students find their best fit college or other post-secondary path.
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Programs and services
- Comprehensive Package
- Ten Hour Package
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The CoachVouch take
Claire has counseled students on college planning since 1994 and tours college campuses every year.
Best for students and parents who want help finding a best fit college and managing applications.
Common questions
How much does Claire Nold-Glaser charge?
Coaching with Claire runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Claire Nold-Glaser help with?
Claire Nold-Glaser helps with finding colleges that fit a student's strengths and interests, building a list of recommended colleges to compare, planning for ACT, SAT and SAT Subject Tests and working on college applications and essays.
Is Claire Nold-Glaser certified?
Claire Nold-Glaser lists: HECA member.
Does Claire help with test planning?
Yes. Her Comprehensive Package includes help planning for the ACT, SAT and SAT Subject Tests.
How do I contact Claire Nold-Glaser?
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