Frieda Dietrich
College admissions counselor for US and international applicants
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students |
Frieda Dietrich is a college admissions counselor who helps students choose the right college and apply. She has worked as a high school college counselor for more than 25 years at international and US schools. Her students have headed to universities in the US and other countries. She uses a strengths-based process with narrative discovery tools and YouScience aptitude assessments. She also worked three summers with the College Summit program in Colorado.
What Frieda helps with
Frieda helps students who feel anxious and pulled in many directions while picking a college. She also helps non US applicants understand how the US system works.
- Choosing the right college
- Reducing stress and fear of missing out during the search
- College search advising
- Reviewing college essays
- Understanding the US system as a non US applicant
- Applying to non US universities
- Finding strengths and interests through aptitude assessments
Who Frieda works with
Frieda works with high school students who are choosing a college. Many of her students study at international schools. Some are applying to US universities and some to universities outside the US. She also advises non US applicants who need help learning the US admissions system.
How Frieda works
Frieda uses a strengths-based approach through the whole college process. She uses a narrative discovery tool called 'Who You Are Matters' to help students learn about themselves. She also uses YouScience online aptitude assessments. The goal is to lower anxiety, focus on what matters most, and move students toward a school that fits. She advises on an hourly basis.
Background and qualifications
Frieda has been a high school college counselor for more than 25 years. She has worked at international schools and US schools. Her students have gone on to universities in the US and in other countries. She spent three summers with the College Summit program in Colorado. That program served under represented groups, including Latino, Native American and African American students. She is also listed as a Team Leader at iWannaGoodSchool.
Frieda Dietrich pricing
Programs and services
- Hourly college advising
- College search advising
- Essay review
- US system guidance for non US applicants
Frieda Dietrich reviews
The CoachVouch take
Frieda has more than 25 years of counseling experience at both international and US high schools.
Best for students, including international applicants, who want a calm, strengths-based college search.
Common questions
How much does Frieda Dietrich charge?
Coaching with Frieda runs $70 to $130 an hour. Message Frieda from this page for an exact quote.
What does Frieda Dietrich help with?
Frieda Dietrich helps with choosing the right college, reducing stress and fear of missing out during the search, college search advising and reviewing college essays.
Does Frieda Dietrich work with non US applicants?
Yes. She advises non US applicants on the US system and has counseled students headed to US and non US universities.
How do I contact Frieda Dietrich?
Send Frieda a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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