Joanne Apesos
College counselor with 20 years, former Syracuse admissions staffer
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Works with | Students |
| Practice | College Pursuits |
Joanne Apesos runs College Pursuits with 20 years as an independent college counselor, following 15 years in higher education at Syracuse University, SUNY Plattsburgh, and Westchester Community College.
Good fit if
- You're a student (or the parent of one)
How Joanne works
Travels extensively visiting colleges to find right-fit, hidden-gem schools, focusing on a personalized, low-stress approach.
Background and qualifications
- 20 years as an independent college counselor
- Prior 15 years in higher education at Syracuse University, SUNY Plattsburgh, and Westchester Community College, in admissions, student life, and as a speech communications professor
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