Genevieve Morgan
College admissions counselor for students and parents in California
| Hourly rate range | $130 to $300 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | California, United States |
| Credentials | BA, UCLA; MA and PhD, UC Davis; College counseling certificate, UCLA; Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA) |
| Practice | Dr. Morgan College Counseling |
Genevieve Morgan is an independent college counselor who helps students and their parents through the college application process. She has over 30 years in education, working on the college side, in high schools and in admissions. She specializes in UC and CSU applications. She has read applications for Northeastern University and Reed College. She also serves on the board of the Higher Education Consultants Association. Her work is high-touch, with support at every step.
What Genevieve helps with
Genevieve helps students plan for college, from early high school years through the full application process. She also supports parents along the way.
- Planning high school courses and activities as a freshman or sophomore
- Applying to UC and CSU schools
- Building a list of best fit schools by education, social fit and cost
- Writing essays and supplements
- Applying for financial aid
- Practicing for college interviews
- Sorting through college offers
Who Genevieve works with
Genevieve works with students at many stages, from freshmen and sophomores in early planning to seniors in the full application process. She treats the family as part of the work and acts as a resource for parents as well as students.
How Genevieve works
Packages start with a review of the high school transcript and extracurriculars. From there, Genevieve builds a list of best fit schools that works educationally, socially and financially. She helps with essays and supplements, financial aid applications, interview practice and choosing among offers. Her practice is high-touch, and she stays with students at every step. A la carte options are also offered for families who want only part of the process.
Background and qualifications
Genevieve has over 30 years in education, including work at the college level, in high schools, in admissions and in college consulting. She holds a BA from UCLA, an MA and PhD from UC Davis, and a college counseling certificate from UCLA. She has been an admission reader for Northeastern University and Reed College, and an AP reader for the College Board. She served on Belmont's Counselor Advisory Board and on the HECA Board of Directors from 2024 to 2027. She has presented at the annual NACAC conference.
Genevieve Morgan pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive college application packages
- High school planning for freshmen and sophomores
- A la carte services
- Essay and supplement help
- Financial aid application help
- Interview practice
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The CoachVouch take
Genevieve has read applications for selective colleges and holds a PhD, and she specializes in UC and CSU applications.
Best for California families who want hands-on help with UC and CSU applications.
Common questions
How much does Genevieve Morgan charge?
Coaching with Genevieve runs $130 to $300 an hour. Message Genevieve from this page for an exact quote.
What does Genevieve Morgan help with?
Genevieve Morgan helps with planning high school courses and activities as a freshman or sophomore, applying to UC and CSU schools, building a list of best fit schools by education, social fit and cost and writing essays and supplements.
Is Genevieve Morgan certified?
Genevieve Morgan lists: BA, UCLA; MA and PhD, UC Davis; College counseling certificate, UCLA; Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA).
Can students start working with Genevieve before senior year?
Yes. She offers high school planning for freshmen and sophomores as well as full application help.
How do I contact Genevieve Morgan?
Send Genevieve a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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