College Zoom
Data-driven college admissions consulting for students and parents, online across the US
| Rate | $300 to $350 per session |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | United States |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | WACAC member; NACAC member |
| Experience | 17 years coaching |
College Zoom is a boutique admissions consulting firm that works one-on-one with high school students and their parents. Founder David Reynaldo started the firm in 2009. The team scores students against the rubrics used by admissions offices at top colleges, including UCLA, USC and Ivy+ schools. USC funded the research behind the method and invited the firm to lead workshops. The firm limits its caseload each season and works remotely across the USA.
What College helps with
College Zoom helps teens see where they stand against the scoring rubrics of their target colleges. Then it builds a plan to close the gaps.
- Finding gaps between a student and a college's admissions rubric
- Applying to UCLA, USC and Ivy+ schools
- Understanding how a high school's competitive curve affects admission
- Applying with grades in the 25th to 50th percentile
- Planning ahead for applications
- Getting help with full college applications
- Standing out from other applicants
Who College works with
College Zoom works with high school students and their parents. Clients aim for top 50 colleges such as UCLA, USC and Ivy+ schools. Some students have grades in the middle range or below average for their target schools. Some clients are parents who work in education or admissions themselves.
How College works
College Zoom scores each student on the same kind of rubrics that elite admissions offices use. The first step is the College-Specific Gap Analysis, which shows where a student stands and what to strengthen. The firm also adjusts for each high school's competitive curve. Another service, HeroType Differentiation, focuses on how a student stands out. The firm limits its caseload each season.
Background and qualifications
David Reynaldo founded College Zoom in 2009 and has 17 years in college admissions consulting. She is a member of WACAC and NACAC. Her research on students who win admission over stronger-looking applicants was funded by USC. That work led to a counseling framework for school counselors. Since 2012, high schools in Palos Verdes, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and Malibu have asked the firm to lead admissions programming.
College Zoom pricing
Programs and services
- College-Specific Gap Analysis
- HeroType Differentiation
- Hourly help
- Planning packages
- Application packages
College Zoom reviews
The CoachVouch take
College Zoom says it was the first one-on-one admissions consultancy to score students on elite admissions office rubrics, and USC funded its research.
Best for families whose teen is aiming for UCLA, USC or Ivy+ schools and wants to know exactly what to strengthen.
College's rate sits above the range most admissions consultants charge ($70 to $220 an hour).
Common questions
How much does College Zoom charge?
College Zoom's rate is $300 to $350 per session.
What does College Zoom help with?
College Zoom helps with finding gaps between a student and a college's admissions rubric, applying to UCLA, USC and Ivy+ schools, understanding how a high school's competitive curve affects admission and applying with grades in the 25th to 50th percentile.
Does College Zoom coach online?
College is based in United States. Sessions are online.
Is College Zoom certified?
College Zoom lists: WACAC member; NACAC member.
Where does College Zoom work with students?
College Zoom works remotely with students across the USA.
What is the first step with College Zoom?
The first step is the College-Specific Gap Analysis. It shows where a student stands against a college's rubric.
How do I contact College Zoom?
Send College a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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