Joseph Connell
College admissions consultant and tutor in the Hudson Valley
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | New York, United States |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Practice | College Station of the Hudson Valley |
Joseph Connell runs College Station of the Hudson Valley. He helps students and their parents with college admissions planning and academic tutoring. The practice has worked with hundreds of Hudson Valley students since 2005. Tutors teach SAT and ACT prep together in small groups. Some students have raised their SAT scores by over 400 points. Services also include admissions essay help and Regents exam review.
What Joseph helps with
Joseph Connell helps students plan for college and get ready for the tests that come with it. He also supports families through the process.
- College admissions planning
- Writing admissions essays
- Preparing for the SAT and ACT at the same time
- Building test taking strategies
- Refreshing content areas before tests
- Reviewing for Regents exams
- Individual academic tutoring
- Building confidence for testing
Who Joseph works with
The practice works with students in the Hudson Valley and with their parents. Families look for help with college admissions planning, test prep and tutoring. Students can join small groups or work one on one.
How Joseph works
The practice teaches in small groups led by expert tutors. Students prepare for the SAT and ACT at the same time. Sessions set score goals, teach test taking strategies and review content. Each plan is tailored to the goals of the student. The practice says students need knowledge, practice, guidance and motivation to reach their goals.
Background and qualifications
Joseph Connell is an independent college consultant and a member of HECA. He runs College Station of the Hudson Valley, which has served students in the region since 2005. The practice has helped hundreds of students. It offers admissions counseling, essay help, tutoring, Regents review and SAT and ACT small groups.
Joseph Connell pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions counseling
- Admissions essay help
- Individual tutoring
- Regents review
- SAT and ACT small groups
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The CoachVouch take
The practice combines college admissions counseling with SAT, ACT and Regents tutoring for Hudson Valley students.
Best for Hudson Valley students and parents who want admissions planning and test prep from one practice.
Common questions
How much does Joseph Connell charge?
Coaching with Joseph runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Joseph Connell help with?
Joseph Connell helps with college admissions planning, writing admissions essays, preparing for the SAT and ACT at the same time and building test taking strategies.
Is Joseph Connell certified?
Joseph Connell lists: HECA member.
Does College Station prepare students for the SAT and ACT together?
Yes. Students prepare for the SAT and ACT at the same time in small groups.
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