James Heryer
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Kansas City
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Kansas City, Missouri, United States |
| Credentials | M.A.; IECA Professional Member; NACAC Member |
| Practice | College Guidance & Placement |
James Heryer is a college admissions consultant in Kansas City, Missouri. He guides high school students and their parents through choosing a college and applying. He has worked in private practice since 1987. Before that, he led college guidance and standardized testing at The Sunset Hill School, and later worked at The Pembroke Hill School. He also served as Upper School Principal and Dean of Faculty at Sunset Hill.
What James helps with
James helps students and parents feel calm and clear about picking a college. He also helps families plan how to pay for it.
- Choosing the right college
- Setting goals for the college selection process
- Picking a course of study for college-bound high school students
- Reading standardized test scores for admissions
- Applying to highly selective colleges and universities
- Writing strong applications and essays
- Finding ways to make college more affordable
- Understanding the financial aid application process
Who James works with
James works with high school students and their parents. His clients include families who feel overwhelmed at the start of the college process. They also include students who want one-on-one help that is hard to get in many high school settings. He also guides students aiming for highly selective schools.
How James works
James uses his own program called The James Heryer Method, a comprehensive college selection program. He works one-on-one with students and parents. He starts with an initial consultation that carries no obligation. Test prep tutoring for the PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP tests, ESL and TOEFL is offered through a referral program. He refers families to qualified local associates and national test prep companies.
Background and qualifications
James Heryer has worked as an educational consultant in private practice since 1987. He earned an M.A. and holds professional membership in NACAC and IECA. Earlier, he was Director of College Guidance and Standardized Testing at The Sunset Hill School. After it merged into The Pembroke Hill School in Kansas City, he kept that work there. At Sunset Hill he also served as Advanced Placement Coordinator, Upper School Principal and Dean of Faculty. He was Test Center Supervisor for The Educational Testing Service at The Pembroke Hill Center.
James Heryer pricing
Programs and services
- The James Heryer Method, a comprehensive college selection program
- One-on-one college guidance
- Initial consultation with no obligation
- Test prep referrals
- Free financial aid resources
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The CoachVouch take
Best for high school students and parents who want one-on-one help choosing a college and applying, including to highly selective schools.
Common questions
How much does James Heryer charge?
Coaching with James runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message James from this page for an exact quote.
What does James Heryer help with?
James Heryer helps with choosing the right college, setting goals for the college selection process, picking a course of study for college-bound high school students and reading standardized test scores for admissions.
Is James Heryer certified?
James Heryer lists: M.A.; IECA Professional Member; NACAC Member.
Does James Heryer help with standardized test prep?
He offers test prep through referrals. Families are connected with qualified local associates and national test prep companies for the PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP tests, ESL and TOEFL.
Does James Heryer help with paying for college?
Yes. He shares strategies for making college more affordable once a student finds the right school. He also offers free resources on the financial aid application process.
How do I contact James Heryer?
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