Debra Landesberg
College admissions consultant for Florida students and families
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Florida, United States |
| Credentials | M.S. in Continuing Education, Counseling/Psychology; Certificate in College Counseling; HECA member; NACAC member; SACAC member |
| Practice | My College Resource |
Debra Landesberg is a college admissions consultant and the president of My College Resource in Florida. She helps students and parents plan for college, from high school choices to the final application. She has guided students for over two decades. She has served on national and regional boards. Families she has worked with have gained acceptance to more than 200 colleges and universities in the United States and abroad.
What Debra helps with
Debra helps students and families plan the steps from high school to college. Her work covers school choice, college lists, applications, and paying for college.
- Choosing a high school
- Building a college list that fits the student
- Reviewing the final college application
- Finding need-based and merit-based scholarships
- Planning a college budget
- Applying to public and private colleges in Florida
- Applying to colleges across the United States and Canada
- Starting early in grades eight to ten
Who Debra works with
The practice works with Florida students and their families. Clients include students in grades eight to ten who want an early start. It also includes older students applying to in-state universities, Ivy League schools and top liberal arts colleges across the country.
How Debra works
The practice uses a student-driven process. The student and consultant look closely at the student's and family's goals, priorities and values. The final college list is matched to the student's needs and preferences. College budget and scholarships are part of the plan. The College Start program is for grades eight to ten. It builds the student and consultant relationship early and sets up a strong start to junior year.
Background and qualifications
Debra Landesberg is president of My College Resource. She holds an M.S. in Continuing Education with a focus on Counseling and Psychology, plus a Certificate in College Counseling. She has guided students from secondary school to college for over two decades. She has served on national and regional boards. She is a member of HECA, NACAC and SACAC. Families she has worked with have gained acceptance to more than 200 colleges and universities in the United States and globally.
Debra Landesberg pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive College Consultation for North America (USA and Canada)
- Florida Program for public and private colleges in Florida
- College Start for grades eight to ten
- Guidance on high school selection
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The CoachVouch take
Debra has served on national and regional college counseling boards and leads a practice with programs built for Florida colleges.
Best for Florida families who want help with the college list, the application and scholarships, starting as early as eighth grade.
Common questions
How much does Debra Landesberg charge?
Coaching with Debra runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Debra from this page for an exact quote.
What does Debra Landesberg help with?
Debra Landesberg helps with choosing a high school, building a college list that fits the student, reviewing the final college application and finding need-based and merit-based scholarships.
Is Debra Landesberg certified?
Debra Landesberg lists: M.S. in Continuing Education, Counseling/Psychology; Certificate in College Counseling; HECA member; NACAC member; SACAC member.
Does Debra Landesberg work with younger students?
Yes. Her College Start program is for students in grades eight to ten. It helps them build a strong base before junior year.
Does My College Resource help with colleges outside Florida?
Yes. The practice offers a program for the United States and Canada. It also has a Florida program for in-state public and private colleges.
How do I contact Debra Landesberg?
Send Debra a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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