Hollis Bischoff
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Los Altos, California
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Los Altos, California, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | CollegeUnlocked |
Hollis Bischoff is an independent educational consultant in Los Altos, California. Hollis runs CollegeUnlocked, part of Strategies 4 Admission L.L.C., and helps students and parents with college admissions. The work centers on finding the right college fit, lowering stress, and keeping families in harmony. Hollis is a Professional member of IECA. Hollis co-hosts a podcast with Jordana Bischoff about the college application process.
What Hollis helps with
Hollis helps families who feel overwhelmed by college admissions. The work covers finding a good college fit and keeping the process calm at home.
- Finding the right college fit
- Building a college list
- Writing college essays
- Working alongside high school counselors
- Applying with a B average or below
- Students with learning differences
- Students undecided about a major
- Students considering engineering or pre-med, nursing and health care sciences
Who Hollis works with
Hollis works with high school students and their parents. Hollis's FAQ covers students who play athletics, students who want to blend academics and performance, and students with learning differences. It also covers students with a B average or below, students who are undecided on a major, and students interested in engineering or health care. Families who do not live nearby are also addressed.
Background and qualifications
Hollis Bischoff is an independent educational consultant based in Los Altos, California. Hollis is a Professional member of IECA. Hollis leads CollegeUnlocked, which operates under Strategies 4 Admission L.L.C. Hollis works alongside Jordana Bischoff, who is also an admissions advisor. Together they host a podcast that gives insight into the college application process.
Hollis Bischoff pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions advising for students and parents
- College list development
- Essay support
- Podcast on the college application process
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The CoachVouch take
Hollis co-hosts a podcast with Jordana Bischoff that walks families through the college application process.
Best for families who feel overwhelmed by college admissions and want help finding the right fit with less stress.
Common questions
How much does Hollis Bischoff charge?
Coaching with Hollis runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Hollis Bischoff help with?
Hollis Bischoff helps with finding the right college fit, building a college list, writing college essays and working alongside high school counselors.
Is Hollis Bischoff certified?
Hollis Bischoff lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Hollis Bischoff work with students who have learning differences?
Yes. Hollis's FAQ addresses students with learning differences.
Can families work with CollegeUnlocked if they do not live locally?
Yes. The FAQ covers families who do not live locally or whose student does not drive yet.
How do I contact Hollis Bischoff?
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