Eric Simonelli
College admissions consultant and athletic recruiting advisor in Rhode Island
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students, Parents and Athletes |
| Based in | Rhode Island, United States |
| Credentials | Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA); Bachelor of Science in Sports Management, Endicott College; Master of Arts in Education, University of Rhode Island |
| Practice | Academic Admissions Advisors |
Eric Simonelli is a college admissions consultant and managing partner at Academic Admissions Advisors in Rhode Island. He helps students of all majors plan for college and reach their goals. He spent thirteen years as an admissions advisor and athletic liaison at the University of Rhode Island. He then spent eight years as director of college counseling and varsity boys' basketball coach at La Salle Academy. He also knows the athletic recruiting process well.
What Eric helps with
Eric helps students plan for college and understand what schools look for. He also guides athletes through the recruiting process.
- Aligning academic goals with college choices
- Understanding what admissions offices look for
- College planning for students in any major
- Athletic recruiting
- Collegiate club sports process
Who Eric works with
Eric works with students across all majors and with their parents. He also works with student athletes who want to play in college. His team serves families in Rhode Island and across the United States.
Background and qualifications
Eric has more than 20 years of experience in college and secondary education. He worked for thirteen years as an admissions advisor and athletic liaison at the University of Rhode Island. He then spent eight years as director of college counseling and varsity boys' basketball coach at La Salle Academy. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management from Endicott College and a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Rhode Island. He is a member of HECA. He played Division III college basketball and scored over 1,000 points.
Eric Simonelli pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions packages
- Essay coaching
- Athletic advising
- SAT and ACT prep
- Academic tutoring
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The CoachVouch take
He worked thirteen years in university admissions and then eight years as a high school college counseling director and basketball coach.
Best for student athletes and families who want college planning with a view of athletic recruiting.
Common questions
How much does Eric Simonelli charge?
Coaching with Eric runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Eric Simonelli help with?
Eric Simonelli helps with aligning academic goals with college choices, understanding what admissions offices look for, college planning for students in any major and athletic recruiting.
Is Eric Simonelli certified?
Eric Simonelli lists: Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA); Bachelor of Science in Sports Management, Endicott College; Master of Arts in Education, University of Rhode Island.
How do I contact Eric Simonelli?
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