Jacob Stewart
College admissions counselor for students and families, online
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | Master's degree in Counselor Education |
| Practice | Stewart Educational Consulting |
Jacob Stewart is a college admissions counselor who helps students and families through the application process. He founded Stewart Educational Consulting. Before that, he was Head Educational Strategist at a national admissions firm. At Zenith Prep Academy he led a team of 30 strategists and managed up to 140 students. His clients have gained admission to Ivy League schools and Top 20 universities. He meets with clients online.
What Jacob helps with
Jacob helps students build strong applications and manage the full admissions process. He also works with students as early as grades 6 to 8.
- Building a balanced college list
- Strengthening academic and extracurricular positioning
- Writing personal statements and supplemental essays
- Managing the application process and deadlines
- Preparing for college interviews
- Applying to highly selective schools
- Planning ahead in middle school and early high school
Who Jacob works with
Jacob works with students and their families. His clients range from middle schoolers in grades 6 to 8 to seniors finishing applications. Many aim for highly selective schools, including Ivy League and Top 20 universities. He offers virtual meetings that fit families in different time zones.
How Jacob works
Jacob's work is split into programs by grade level. Grades 6 to 8 focus on building a foundation. Grades 9 and 10 focus on building a competitive profile. Older students complete applications for up to 8 or up to 15 schools. He also offers a single strategy session and hourly coaching. Meetings are virtual, with some evening and weekend times.
Background and qualifications
Jacob holds a Master's degree in Counselor Education. He founded Stewart Educational Consulting and serves as its Principal Strategist. Before that, he was Head Educational Strategist at a national college admissions firm. He led and coached a team of strategists there. At Zenith Prep Academy, he led 30 strategists and managed a portfolio of up to 140 students. He has coached over 100 college clients and reviews hundreds of applications each year.
Jacob Stewart pricing
Programs and services
- Personalized college admissions strategy session
- Grades 6 to 8 foundation program
- Grades 9 to 10 college profile program
- Application program for up to 8 schools
- Application program for up to 15 schools
- Custom hourly coaching
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The CoachVouch take
Jacob has led a team of 30 admissions strategists and reviews hundreds of applications every year.
Best for students and families aiming for highly selective colleges who want a structured plan from middle school through applications.
Common questions
How much does Jacob Stewart charge?
Coaching with Jacob runs $70 to $130 an hour. Message Jacob from this page for an exact quote.
What does Jacob Stewart help with?
Jacob Stewart helps with building a balanced college list, strengthening academic and extracurricular positioning, writing personal statements and supplemental essays and managing the application process and deadlines.
Does Jacob Stewart coach online?
Sessions are online.
Is Jacob Stewart certified?
Jacob Stewart lists: Master's degree in Counselor Education.
Does Jacob Stewart offer virtual meetings?
Yes. He meets with clients online and offers some evening and weekend times for different time zones.
Can Jacob help students before high school?
Yes. He has a program for grades 6 to 8 that builds a foundation for college.
How do I contact Jacob Stewart?
Send Jacob a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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