Joseph Connell
College admissions counselor 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 plan for college and prepare for admission. He spent 20 years as a leader in higher education. He has visited over 300 college campuses and worked with colleagues from over 1,000 colleges. His practice has served hundreds of Hudson Valley students since 2005. It offers admissions counseling, essay help, and SAT and ACT tutoring in small groups.
What Joseph helps with
Joseph works with students and families at every stage of the college process. He covers high school planning, applications, essays, and paying for college.
- Choosing high school courses that open college doors
- Picking activities that strengthen a college application
- Choosing a major and career direction
- Building a college planning timeline
- Making the most of college visits
- Writing the college admission essay
- Building a list of colleges to consider
- Planning for college costs
Who Joseph works with
Joseph works with high school students and their parents. He has helped students at every stage of the college process. Some started at community college. One graduated from Harvard University. Families in the Hudson Valley make up the practice's clients.
How Joseph works
The essay service uses two meetings and two reviewed drafts. The first meeting runs 25 to 30 minutes and maps out the essay. Joe or Sid reviews the first draft and gives suggestions. A second meeting of 10 to 15 minutes checks the draft is on target. Then the second draft gets final edits. Admissions planning starts with an initial package of 3 meetings. Packages can be customized to add SAT and ACT tutoring.
Background and qualifications
Joseph Connell has a 20 year career as a leader in higher education. In that time he visited over 300 college campuses. He also worked with colleagues from over 1,000 colleges around the world. He is a member of HECA. His practice, College Station of the Hudson Valley, has helped hundreds of students since 2005. He has guided students from community college starts through graduation from Harvard University.
Joseph Connell pricing
Programs and services
- Initial package of 3 admissions meetings
- College admissions essay preparation
- College admissions counseling
- Customizable packages with SAT and ACT tutoring
- SAT and ACT small groups
- Individual tutoring
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The CoachVouch take
Joseph brings a 20 year higher education career and visits to over 300 college campuses to his admissions counseling.
Best for Hudson Valley families who want college planning, essay help, and SAT or ACT tutoring in one place.
Common questions
How much does Joseph Connell charge?
Coaching with Joseph runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Joseph from this page for an exact quote.
What does Joseph Connell help with?
Joseph Connell helps with choosing high school courses that open college doors, picking activities that strengthen a college application, choosing a major and career direction and building a college planning timeline.
Is Joseph Connell certified?
Joseph Connell lists: HECA member.
Does College Station help with the college essay?
Yes. The essay service has two meetings and two reviewed drafts with Joe or Sid.
Does College Station offer test prep?
Yes. Students prepare for the SAT and ACT at the same time in small groups. Individual tutoring is also offered.
How do I contact Joseph Connell?
Send Joseph a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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