Jess Chermak
College and grad school admissions consultant in Lafayette, Colorado
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Lafayette, Colorado, United States |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | IECA member |
| Practice | Virtual College Counselors |
Jess Chermak is a college admissions consultant who runs Virtual College Counselors with Sawyer. She helps middle and high school students and their families with the college search and applications. She also advises college students and professionals applying to graduate school. Her students have been accepted into over 200 colleges and universities around the world. The practice is based in Lafayette, Colorado, and works with families through video meetings.
What Jess helps with
Jess helps students and families plan for college and finish strong applications. She also helps graduate school applicants find programs that fit.
- Building a college list
- Writing personal statements
- Writing supplemental essays
- Planning early for college applications
- Staying on track through application deadlines
- Choosing best-fit graduate programs
- Preparing graduate application materials
- Getting ready for graduate interviews
Who Jess works with
Jess works with middle and high school students and their families on college admissions. She also works with college students and professionals who want to apply to graduate school. Her students apply to many kinds of schools, from small private colleges to large public universities and highly competitive schools.
Background and qualifications
Jess Chermak is a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA). She runs Virtual College Counselors with Sawyer, and the two work with students together. Their students have been accepted into over 200 different colleges and universities around the world. The practice offers college counseling for middle and high school students and graduate advising for college students and professionals. Jess is based in Lafayette, Colorado.
Jess Chermak pricing
Programs and services
- College counseling for students and families
- Graduate advising
- Zoom meet and greet
- Free College Search Starter Kit newsletter
Jess Chermak reviews
The CoachVouch take
Jess and Sawyer have helped students get into over 200 different colleges and universities, from small privates to highly competitive schools.
Best for middle and high school students and their families who want help with college lists, essays, and applications.
Common questions
How much does Jess Chermak charge?
Coaching with Jess runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Jess from this page for an exact quote.
What does Jess Chermak help with?
Jess Chermak helps with building a college list, writing personal statements, writing supplemental essays and planning early for college applications.
Does Jess Chermak coach online?
Jess is based in Lafayette, Colorado, United States. Sessions are online.
Is Jess Chermak certified?
Jess Chermak lists: IECA member.
Does Jess Chermak help with graduate school applications?
Yes. Her practice advises college students and professionals on choosing best-fit programs, building application materials, and preparing for interviews.
Does Jess Chermak work with younger students?
Yes. She mentors middle school and high school students from early planning through final college application submissions.
How do I contact Jess Chermak?
Send Jess a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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