Dana Roth
Independent college admissions consultant for students and parents in Massachusetts
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | ADHD coach |
| Based in | Massachusetts, United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | HECA member; Independent Educational Consultant |
| Practice | Dana Roth Educational Consulting |
Dana Roth is an independent college admissions consultant who helps students and their parents through the college search. Dana runs Dana Roth Educational Consulting in Massachusetts and is a HECA member. Students lead their own search while parents stay informed at each step. The work covers building a college list, completing applications, and reviewing acceptances. Dana also gives feedback on essays and keeps the student's own voice in them.
What Dana helps with
Dana guides students through the college search and application process. Parents are kept informed along the way.
- Exploring colleges and building a strong college list
- Completing college applications
- Reviewing college acceptances
- Getting feedback on college essays without losing the student's voice
- Deciding what to do after a deferral
- Choosing a major and learning what it can lead to
- Keeping students accountable during the search
Who Dana works with
Dana works with high school students and their parents. Most families start in grades 10 or 11. Students take the lead in the search, and parents get regular updates so they know each next step.
How Dana works
Dana starts with an introductory call to learn the student's goals and see if the fit is right. Then Dana guides the student through a multi-year process in manageable steps. That covers exploring colleges, building a list, completing applications, and reviewing acceptances. Support comes through virtual meetings, in-person sessions when appropriate, and ongoing email, text, and phone contact.
Background and qualifications
Dana Roth is an independent educational consultant who runs Dana Roth Educational Consulting in Massachusetts. Dana is a member of HECA. Dana works with students on the college search and admissions process and also writes resources and articles for college-bound students and families, including topics like deferrals and choosing a major.
Dana Roth pricing
Programs and services
- Free introductory call
- Comprehensive multi-year college search package starting in grades 10 or 11
- Virtual meetings
- In-person sessions when appropriate
- Essay feedback
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The CoachVouch take
Dana keeps students in charge of their own college search while giving parents updates at every step.
Best for families who want a student-led college search with parents kept informed.
Common questions
How much does Dana Roth charge?
Coaching with Dana runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Dana from this page for an exact quote.
What does Dana Roth help with?
Dana Roth helps with exploring colleges and building a strong college list, completing college applications, reviewing college acceptances and getting feedback on college essays without losing the student's voice.
Does Dana Roth coach online?
Dana is based in Massachusetts, United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Dana Roth certified?
Dana Roth lists: HECA member; Independent Educational Consultant.
When should students start working with Dana Roth?
Dana's comprehensive package begins in grades 10 or 11. It runs as a multi-year process through applications and acceptances.
Does Dana Roth meet with students in person?
Yes, Dana holds in-person sessions when appropriate. Dana also meets by video and stays in touch by email, text, and phone.
How do I contact Dana Roth?
Send Dana a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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