Dahlia Orris
College admissions advisor for students in grades 6 to 12, online
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Mrs. Orris Post-Secondary Education Advising, LLC |
Dahlia Orris is an independent educational consultant who guides students and parents through college planning and admissions. She runs Mrs. Orris Post-Secondary Education Advising, LLC. Her work starts in middle school and runs through senior year applications. She offers bundles by grade level, from grades 6 to 8 up to grade 12. She works from Fort Lauderdale, Florida and San Juan, Puerto Rico, and advises families by video across the country and abroad.
What Dahlia helps with
Orris helps students plan for college early and apply with a clear strategy. She supports families through each grade, from middle school to senior year.
- College planning starting in middle school
- Building a strong path in grades 9 and 10
- College applications and essays
- Preparing for college interviews
- Applying for scholarships
- Coordinating the Bright Futures Award in Florida
- Tracking deadlines during senior year
Who Dahlia works with
Orris works with students in grades 6 to 12 and their parents. Families come from across the United States and from other countries. Some are parents who want one-on-one attention that a large high school counseling office cannot give.
How Dahlia works
Orris sells advising in bundles built for each grade. The options are Foundations First for grades 6 to 8, Future-Ready for grades 9 and 10, The College Launchpad for grade 11, and The Acceptance Plan and The First Choice Application Plan for grade 12. She also offers one-on-one personalized advising. Parents get regular updates on progress.
Background and qualifications
Orris is an independent educational consultant and a Professional member of the IECA. She leads Mrs. Orris Post-Secondary Education Advising, LLC. The practice is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and San Juan, Puerto Rico. She guides students from middle school through college applications and beyond. Her students post college acceptances each year, including a Class of 2026 list.
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Programs and services
- Grades 6 to 8: Foundations First
- Grades 9 and 10: Future-Ready
- Grade 11: The College Launchpad
- Grade 12: The Acceptance Plan
- Grade 12: The First Choice Application Plan
- One-on-one personalized advising
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The CoachVouch take
Orris offers separate advising bundles for each grade from 6 to 12, so families can start planning early.
Best for families who want a plan for college that starts before senior year and gives the student one-on-one attention.
Common questions
How much does Dahlia Orris charge?
Coaching with Dahlia runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Dahlia from this page for an exact quote.
What does Dahlia Orris help with?
Dahlia Orris helps with college planning starting in middle school, building a strong path in grades 9 and 10, college applications and essays and preparing for college interviews.
Does Dahlia Orris coach online?
Dahlia is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. Sessions are online.
Is Dahlia Orris certified?
Dahlia Orris lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Dahlia Orris work with families outside Florida?
Yes. She serves students and families nationwide and worldwide. Her guidance is virtual.
Can students start working with Dahlia Orris before high school?
Yes. Her Foundations First bundle is for grades 6 to 8.
How do I contact Dahlia Orris?
Send Dahlia a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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