Jeff Knox
College admissions consultant serving the DC Metro Area and worldwide
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Credentials | Master of Arts in Secondary Education, University of Pittsburgh; Bachelor of Science in Public Health, University of Pittsburgh; Bachelor of Arts in English Writing, University of Pittsburgh; Gifted education endorsement, University of Virginia; Member, National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC); Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) |
| Experience | 15 years coaching |
| Practice | Moxie College Counseling |
Jeff Knox is a college admissions consultant who helps students and families plan for high school and apply to college. He founded Moxie College Counseling and serves families in the DC Metro Area and around the globe. Before consulting, he worked in the University of Pittsburgh's Office of Admissions and Financial Aid and taught middle and high school English. He also served on that university's Admissions Advisory Board. His writing on admissions has appeared in the Washington Post.
What Jeff helps with
Jeff helps families handle each part of high school planning and the college admissions process. He also helps students choose colleges that fit their strengths and preferences.
- High school planning
- Managing each step of the college admissions process
- Building a college list that fits a student's strengths
- Matching colleges to personal preferences
- Helping applicants stand out in a genuine way
- Turning college plans into real action
Who Jeff works with
Jeff works with students and their families. Clients live in the DC Metro Area and in other places around the world. He helps students in high school planning and in the college application process.
Background and qualifications
Jeff has 15 years of experience in education and admissions counseling. He worked in the University of Pittsburgh's Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, and he taught high school and middle school English. He is a former member of the university's Admissions Advisory Board, where he helped admissions officers see what to look for in strong applicants. He holds a master's degree in secondary education and two bachelor's degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. He also completed post-graduate coursework in special education and holds a gifted education endorsement from the University of Virginia. He chairs the board of Story District, a DC nonprofit arts group.
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The CoachVouch take
Jeff saw college admissions from the inside at the University of Pittsburgh and advised its admissions officers as a board member.
Best for families who want help with both high school planning and college admissions, from someone who has worked in an admissions office.
Common questions
How much does Jeff Knox charge?
Coaching with Jeff runs $70 to $130 an hour. Message Jeff from this page for an exact quote.
What does Jeff Knox help with?
Jeff Knox helps with high school planning, managing each step of the college admissions process, building a college list that fits a student's strengths and matching colleges to personal preferences.
Is Jeff Knox certified?
Jeff Knox lists: Master of Arts in Secondary Education, University of Pittsburgh; Bachelor of Science in Public Health, University of Pittsburgh; Bachelor of Arts in English Writing, University of Pittsburgh; Gifted education endorsement, University of Virginia; Member, National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC); Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA).
Does Jeff Knox work with families outside the DC area?
Yes. He serves families in the DC Metro Area and around the globe.
Has Jeff Knox worked in a college admissions office?
Yes. He worked in the University of Pittsburgh's Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.
How do I contact Jeff Knox?
Send Jeff a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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