Elisa Anderson
College admissions and career consultant in Western Washington and Central Texas
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $240 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | College admissionsCollege essaysFinancial aid and scholarshipsCareer clarity and purposeNew grads and students |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | Career coach |
| Based in | Washington, United States |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | Certified Career Direct consultant; HECA member |
| Practice | Crossroads Mentors |
Elisa Anderson is an independent college and career consultant who helps students and their parents through the college admissions process. She founded Crossroads Mentors in 2016 and works with families in Western Washington and Central Texas. She is a certified Career Direct consultant and a former admissions counselor at Northwest University. She also edits essays each season for College Coach, reviewing more than 30 a week. She meets students in the evenings and on Saturdays.
What Elisa helps with
Elisa helps students pick a college major and career that fit them, then guides them through applying to college.
- Finding a best fit college major and career
- Building and choosing a college list
- Reviewing and improving college essays
- Planning for the SAT and ACT
- Writing a student activity resume
- Making the most of college visits
- Finding financial aid and scholarships
- Preparing for college interviews
Who Elisa works with
Elisa works with students and their parents who feel overwhelmed by the college admissions process. She also serves teens and adults who want to explore careers. Her hours after school and on Saturdays fit students who already get guidance from their school counselor.
How Elisa works
Each career exploration starts with a 2.5 hour Career Direct consultation to find a best fit major and career. Each student then gets an online custom college plan account. Elisa meets with students in the evenings and on Saturdays, so her work adds to the guidance the school provides. She also runs essay workshops and is available to answer questions along the way.
Background and qualifications
Elisa Anderson started Crossroads Mentors in 2016 after seeing how overwhelmed students and families were by college admissions. She became a certified Career Direct consultant to help students find a best fit major and career. She then worked as an admissions counselor at Northwest University for 2.5 years to learn the process from the inside. After that she left to run her consulting business full time. She is a HECA member and a seasonal editor for College Coach.
Elisa Anderson pricing
Programs and services
- Career Direct career and major exploration (2.5 hours)
- Online custom college plan account
- Essay workshops
- Application review and completion
- Scholarship database subscription
- Free 30-minute virtual meeting
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The CoachVouch take
Elisa worked in college admissions at Northwest University before becoming a full-time independent consultant.
Best for students and parents who want help choosing a major and getting through college applications outside of school hours.
Common questions
How much does Elisa Anderson charge?
Coaching with Elisa runs $150 to $240 an hour. Message Elisa from this page for an exact quote.
What does Elisa Anderson help with?
Elisa Anderson helps with finding a best fit college major and career, building and choosing a college list, reviewing and improving college essays and planning for the SAT and ACT.
Does Elisa Anderson coach online?
Elisa is based in Washington, United States. Sessions are online.
Is Elisa Anderson certified?
Elisa Anderson lists: Certified Career Direct consultant; HECA member.
Does Elisa Anderson help with choosing a college major?
Yes. She uses a 2.5 hour Career Direct consultation to find a best fit college major and career.
Can students meet with Elisa outside school hours?
Yes. She meets with students in the evenings and on Saturdays.
How do I contact Elisa Anderson?
Send Elisa a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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