Deb Rooney
College and private school admissions consultant in Watertown, Massachusetts
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students, Teens, Parents and Athletes |
| Also coaches | ADHD coach |
| Based in | Watertown, Massachusetts, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Experience | 25 years coaching |
| Practice | Rooney Education |
Deb Rooney is an independent educational consultant who helps teens and their parents with college and private school admissions. She runs Rooney Education in Watertown, Massachusetts. Her work covers choosing the right school, test prep, applications, and final admission. She has worked with teens for over 25 years. She also teaches executive functioning skills and offers services built for student-athletes. She has written a book and works with Team IMPACT.
What Deb helps with
Deb Rooney guides families through the school admissions process from start to finish. She also helps teens build the skills they need to do well once they are in school.
- Finding the right college
- Finding the right private school
- Test prep
- Completing school applications
- Building executive functioning skills
- Time management and meeting deadlines
- Admissions for student-athletes
- Helping parents avoid surprises during admissions
Who Deb works with
Deb works with teens and their parents. She also has services built for student-athletes who want to balance sports and school. Parents get coaching at each step of the admissions process.
How Deb works
Rooney Education offers one-on-one coaching as single sessions or as a series. Each plan is custom to the student and family. The work covers school selection, test prep, and applications. Deb also teaches executive functioning tools and stays involved as students build these skills. Parents receive coaching along the way so they know what to expect.
Background and qualifications
Deb Rooney is an independent educational consultant and a professional member of the IECA. She runs Rooney Education in Watertown, Massachusetts. She has worked with teens and families for over 25 years on college and private school admissions. She has written a book and works with Team IMPACT. Her practice also includes services for student-athletes and executive functioning support.
Deb Rooney pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one coaching and consulting
- College consulting
- Private school consulting
- Executive functioning coaching
- Services for student-athletes
- Free consultation
Deb Rooney reviews
The CoachVouch take
Deb combines admissions consulting with executive functioning coaching and keeps supporting students after they are admitted.
Best for teens and parents who want help with admissions and with building study and time management skills.
Common questions
How much does Deb Rooney charge?
Coaching with Deb runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Deb from this page for an exact quote.
What does Deb Rooney help with?
Deb Rooney helps with finding the right college, finding the right private school, test prep and completing school applications.
Is Deb Rooney certified?
Deb Rooney lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Deb Rooney work with student-athletes?
Yes. Rooney Education has services designed for student-athletes.
Does Rooney Education help with private school admissions?
Yes. Deb helps families choose and apply to private schools as well as colleges.
How do I contact Deb Rooney?
Send Deb a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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