Jennifer Rucier
Independent college admissions consultant in Washington
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Washington, United States |
| Credentials | Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA); Member, National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC); Member, Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC); M.A. in Education, Seattle University; B.A. in Communication, University of Puget Sound; UCLA College Counseling certificate coursework |
| Practice | College Search Solution |
Jen Rucier is an independent college admissions consultant who helps students and their parents find colleges that fit and apply to them. She runs College Search Solution in Washington. She has guided students since 2009. Her master's degree is in student development, so she looks at campus services and programs when she helps families judge a college's fit.
What Jennifer helps with
Jen helps students build a college list that matches their goals, interests and academic record. She also supports them through applications and essays.
- Building a best-fit college list
- Narrowing a long list of schools
- Editing college essays and short answers
- Staying organized through applications
- Understanding the financial aid process
- Preparing for college visits and admission interviews
- Portfolio and audition requirements
- Weighing college options as a family
Who Jennifer works with
Jen works with high school students and their parents. Comprehensive clients usually start the summer before junior year. Freshmen can sign up early, but guidance is limited until the end of sophomore year. Rising seniors who have done their own research can use a senior support package.
How Jennifer works
Jen offers two service levels. The comprehensive package starts the summer before junior year. It includes set meetings and meetings based on student needs. She reviews the resume, transcripts, test scores and activities. Students do career exploration exercises and rank what they want in a college setting. Jen guides the student's research on chosen colleges. Families get full use of Custom College Plan software for the search and applications. A senior support package is available for rising seniors.
Background and qualifications
She has worked with students on the college search and application process since 2009. She holds a B.A. in Communication from the University of Puget Sound and an M.A. in Education from Seattle University, in Student Development Administration. She attended the Summer Training Institute for new college consultants and completed UCLA College Counseling certificate coursework. She spoke at a College Fair in Seattle and organized college tour events for HECA members.
Jennifer Rucier pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive college planning package
- Senior Support Package
- Hourly package options
- Free intro session
Jennifer Rucier reviews
The CoachVouch take
Her master's degree in student development shapes how she weighs campus services and programs when judging college fit.
Best for families who want help finding and applying to best-fit colleges, starting in junior year.
Common questions
How much does Jennifer Rucier charge?
Coaching with Jennifer runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Jennifer from this page for an exact quote.
What does Jennifer Rucier help with?
Jennifer Rucier helps with building a best-fit college list, narrowing a long list of schools, editing college essays and short answers and staying organized through applications.
Is Jennifer Rucier certified?
Jennifer Rucier lists: Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA); Member, National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC); Member, Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC); M.A. in Education, Seattle University; B.A. in Communication, University of Puget Sound; UCLA College Counseling certificate coursework.
When should a student start working with Jen Rucier?
The comprehensive service starts the summer before junior year. Students can sign up as early as freshman year, but guidance is limited until the end of sophomore year.
Does College Search Solution guarantee admission?
No.
How do I contact Jennifer Rucier?
Send Jennifer a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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