Debbie Moritz
College admissions consultant in the San Francisco Bay Area
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | California, United States |
| Credentials | Doctorate (Dr); HECA member; Independent college consultant |
| Practice | College Decrypted |
Debbie Moritz is an independent college admissions consultant who helps students and parents in the San Francisco Bay Area. She runs College Decrypted. She has worked with 80 paid clients. She also volunteers at a local public high school, where she has helped 30 first generation and low income students. She guides families through the full application process, from choosing classes to deciding which offer to accept.
What Debbie helps with
Debbie helps students plan for college early and then work through each step of applying. She also supports them after decisions arrive.
- Choosing classes and summer activities
- Exploring majors and job options
- Building a college list
- Brainstorming and editing essays
- Choosing test taking strategies
- Researching financial aid
- Preparing for college and job interviews
- Deciding which school to attend after admission
Who Debbie works with
Debbie works with high school students and their parents. Her clients include families who pay for her services. She also volunteers with first generation and low income students at a local public high school. Her students have gone on to schools in the U.S. and abroad.
Background and qualifications
Debbie Moritz holds a doctorate and runs College Decrypted, a college counseling practice in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area. She is an independent college consultant and a member of HECA. She has worked with 80 paid clients. She also volunteers at a local public high school, where she has helped 30 first generation and low income students with the application process.
Debbie Moritz pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive application package
- College counseling services for students and parents
Debbie Moritz reviews
The CoachVouch take
Debbie also volunteers her time helping first generation and low income students at a local public high school.
Best for Bay Area students who want help with the whole college application process, from class choices to comparing offers.
Common questions
How much does Debbie Moritz charge?
Coaching with Debbie runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Debbie Moritz help with?
Debbie Moritz helps with choosing classes and summer activities, exploring majors and job options, building a college list and brainstorming and editing essays.
Is Debbie Moritz certified?
Debbie Moritz lists: Doctorate (Dr); HECA member; Independent college consultant.
Does Debbie Moritz help after students get their admission decisions?
Yes. She helps students evaluate their offers and decide which school to attend.
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