Deidra Fisher
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Dallas, Texas
| Rate | $250 to $300 per session |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Dallas, Texas, United States |
| Credentials | Professional member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA); B.A. in English Literature, Baylor University; Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction |
| Practice | OneUp College Consulting |
Deidra Fisher is an independent college admissions consultant in Dallas, Texas. She helps students and parents with college lists, applications and essays. She founded OneUp College Consulting. Before that, she taught high school English and worked in graduate admissions and recruiting at SMU. She is a Professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association. She works with students one-on-one or in small groups. She believes the best college is the one that fits the student, not only a short list of highly selective schools.
What Deidra helps with
Deidra helps students build a strong application and find colleges that match their academic, social and career goals. She also helps families manage a long and complex process with less stress.
- Building a college list that fits the student
- Writing and refining college application essays
- Creating a strong admission profile
- Showcasing a student's talents and accomplishments
- Keeping students on track through the application process
- Finding colleges that fit a family's budget
- Looking for scholarship and merit aid options
Who Deidra works with
Deidra works with high school students and their parents as they plan for college. As a former teacher in an International Baccalaureate school, she has worked with students of all academic abilities and backgrounds. She meets with students one-on-one or in small groups.
Background and qualifications
Deidra Fisher founded OneUp College Consulting. She is a former high school English teacher, professional writer and business consultant. She taught in an International Baccalaureate school and helped students with their college search and applications. She later worked in graduate school recruiting and admissions at the SMU Simmons School of Education and Human Development. She also taught college prep courses through SMU's Lifelong Learning department. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Baylor University and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. She takes part in IECA conferences, webinars and training, and travels on IECA counselor tours to visit schools.
Deidra Fisher pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one college application support
- Small group college application support
- College essay support
- College list building
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The CoachVouch take
Deidra combines classroom teaching with graduate admissions experience at SMU and visits colleges through IECA counselor tours.
Best for students and parents who want help with college lists and essays and care most about finding the right fit.
Deidra's rate sits above the range most admissions consultants charge ($70 to $220 an hour).
Common questions
How much does Deidra Fisher charge?
Deidra Fisher's rate is $250 to $300 per session.
What does Deidra Fisher help with?
Deidra Fisher helps with building a college list that fits the student, writing and refining college application essays, creating a strong admission profile and showcasing a student's talents and accomplishments.
Is Deidra Fisher certified?
Deidra Fisher lists: Professional member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA); B.A. in English Literature, Baylor University; Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction.
Does Deidra Fisher only work with highly selective colleges?
No. She believes the best college fit is not limited to a short list of highly selective universities. She helps students find schools that match their academic, social and career goals.
Does Deidra Fisher offer small group sessions?
Yes. She works with students one-on-one or in small groups.
How do I contact Deidra Fisher?
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