Jeff Levy
Independent college admissions consultant in Playa Del Rey, California
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Playa Del Rey, California, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | BigJ Educational Consulting |
Jeff Levy is an independent educational consultant who helps students and parents with college admissions. He runs BigJ Educational Consulting with Jennie Kent. They build individualized application plans and advise on best fit school lists in the United States, Canada, the UK and Europe. Their services cover international students, film schools and programs, resumes, essay support and financial aid. Jeff is based in Playa Del Rey, California, and works with families across the U.S. and the world.
What Jeff helps with
Jeff helps students and parents plan applications and choose schools that fit. He also helps families work through the cost of college.
- Building individualized application plans
- Choosing a best fit school list
- Applying to schools in the U.S., Canada, the UK or Europe
- Applying to film schools and programs
- Support for international students
- Resume help
- Essay support
- Financial aid and affordability
Who Jeff works with
Jeff works with students and their parents. Families come from across the U.S. and other countries. Some are international students. Others want film schools and programs. Many need help with the cost of college.
How Jeff works
BigJ Educational Consulting builds an individualized advising plan for each student. Families choose from flexible hourly plans that are customized to their needs. The goal is to help each student take ownership of their own educational path.
Background and qualifications
Jeff Levy is an independent educational consultant and a professional member of the IECA. He works with Jennie Kent at BigJ Educational Consulting. Together they advise students and families on admissions to schools, colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, the UK and Europe. Jeff is based in Playa Del Rey, California.
Jeff Levy pricing
Programs and services
- Flexible hourly advising plans
- Individualized application plans
- Essay support
- Resume support
- Financial aid guidance
Jeff Levy reviews
The CoachVouch take
Jeff's practice covers film schools and programs along with schools in the U.S., Canada, the UK and Europe.
Best for families who want a custom plan, including international students and students interested in film schools.
Common questions
How much does Jeff Levy charge?
Coaching with Jeff runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Jeff Levy help with?
Jeff Levy helps with building individualized application plans, choosing a best fit school list, applying to schools in the U.S., Canada, the UK or Europe and applying to film schools and programs.
Is Jeff Levy certified?
Jeff Levy lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Jeff Levy work with international students?
Yes. International students are one of the listed specialties of BigJ Educational Consulting.
Which countries do Jeff Levy and his team advise on?
They advise on schools in the United States, Canada, the UK and Europe.
How do I contact Jeff Levy?
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