Joanne Apesos
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Massachusetts
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Massachusetts, United States |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Experience | 20 years coaching |
| Practice | College Pursuits |
Joanne Apesos is an independent college admissions consultant who helps students and parents with the college search and application process. She runs College Pursuits in Massachusetts. She has over 25 years of experience in higher education and 15 years in the private sector. She visits colleges and universities every year and takes classes to keep up with industry changes. She also keeps a list of past college acceptances.
What Joanne helps with
Joanne helps families who do not know where to start with college. She guides students from high school course choices through applications.
- Choosing high school academic courses
- Building a college search strategy
- Planning college campus visits
- Preparing for the college interview
- Building a customized college list
- Understanding the Common Application
- Meeting deadlines for early action, early decision, rolling and regular applications
- Creating an activities profile
Who Joanne works with
Joanne works with both students and parents. Many families come to her asking where to start. Some want full support beginning in the junior year of high school. Others want help on a limited basis for specific needs.
How Joanne works
Joanne offers a complimentary 30 minute meeting to talk through a family's needs. Her main package, The Carte Blanche, is a 30 hour roadmap for high school juniors. It is planned around the student and includes every service on her menu. Families who want less help can book by the hour. She looks for a good fit, even if the school is a hidden gem that is less well known.
Background and qualifications
Joanne Apesos has over 25 years of experience in higher education and 15 years in the private sector. She has run College Pursuits for over 20 years. She is a member of HECA. She takes classes often and attends conferences and workshops for her college consulting organizations. She also travels widely to visit colleges and universities every year, so she knows schools across many regions.
Joanne Apesos pricing
Programs and services
- Complimentary 30 minute meeting
- The Carte Blanche 30 hour roadmap for high school juniors
- Hourly consulting
Joanne Apesos reviews
The CoachVouch take
Joanne combines over 25 years in higher education with hands-on campus visits every year to find lesser known schools that fit.
Best for families who want a personal plan for the college search, starting in junior year or on an hourly basis.
Common questions
How much does Joanne Apesos charge?
Coaching with Joanne runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Joanne Apesos help with?
Joanne Apesos helps with choosing high school academic courses, building a college search strategy, planning college campus visits and preparing for the college interview.
Is Joanne Apesos certified?
Joanne Apesos lists: HECA member.
When does Joanne Apesos start working with students?
Her Carte Blanche package is a roadmap that begins in the junior year of high school. She also offers hourly help for families who need less.
Does Joanne Apesos only suggest well known colleges?
No.
How do I contact Joanne Apesos?
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