Ellen Kuppersmith
Independent college admissions consultant in Los Angeles, California
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Credentials | College Counseling Certificate, UCLA Extension; NACAC International University Advocate Badge; B.A. in Classics, Tufts University; Member, HECA and NACAC; Associate member, IECA |
| Practice | College Kupp |
Ellen Kuppersmith is an independent college admissions consultant who helps high school students and their parents find schools that fit. She runs College Kupp in Los Angeles. Ellen has over 18 years in education and college advising, including 12 years in the College Center at a Los Angeles magnet school. She started her own practice in June 2019. She holds a NACAC badge for advising on universities abroad and serves in national leadership roles in HECA.
What Ellen helps with
Ellen helps students plan the college process, build a list of best-fit schools, and keep stress low along the way.
- Finding colleges that are a good fit
- Building a list of first-choice schools
- Staying organized through the application process
- Meeting Early Action deadlines
- Applying to universities outside the United States
- Making the most of high school years
- Lowering stress and anxiety around applications
Who Ellen works with
Ellen works with high school students and their parents. She has advised dozens of students. Some families have worked with her for several children over different years. She also helps students who want to apply to universities around the world.
Background and qualifications
Ellen is a Los Angeles native with over 18 years in education and college advising. She spent 12 years at Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies, where she helped in the College Center. She finished a College Counseling Certificate at UCLA Extension in June 2015. She has a B.A. in Classics from Tufts University and interviews applicants as a Tufts alumna. She started College Kupp in June 2019.
Ellen Kuppersmith pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one college application guidance
- Campus visits
- International university advising
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The CoachVouch take
Ellen holds a NACAC International University Advocate Badge and teaches on the faculty of NACAC's certificate program for independent educational consultants.
Best for families who want organized, on-time applications and help finding a college that fits, including schools abroad.
Common questions
How much does Ellen Kuppersmith charge?
Coaching with Ellen runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Ellen from this page for an exact quote.
What does Ellen Kuppersmith help with?
Ellen Kuppersmith helps with finding colleges that are a good fit, building a list of first-choice schools, staying organized through the application process and meeting Early Action deadlines.
Is Ellen Kuppersmith certified?
Ellen Kuppersmith lists: College Counseling Certificate, UCLA Extension; NACAC International University Advocate Badge; B.A. in Classics, Tufts University; Member, HECA and NACAC; Associate member, IECA.
Can Ellen Kuppersmith help with applying to universities abroad?
Yes. She holds a NACAC International University Advocate Badge and can help students who want to apply to universities around the world.
How do I contact Ellen Kuppersmith?
Send Ellen a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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