Julia Rivera
Independent college admissions consultant for international students in the Dominican Republic
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Dominican Republic |
| Credentials | Master in International Trade, Université de Provence; Master in Higher Education, American College of Education; Certificate in College Counseling, University of California San Diego; International Diploma in English Language Teaching (IDELT); HECA member; Independent Educational Consultant (IEC) |
| Practice | Julia Rivera | College Education Planner |
Julia Rivera is an independent educational consultant in the Dominican Republic. She helps international students get into universities in the USA and other countries. Before starting her practice, she worked in the admissions department of a Chicago college, so she knows how schools review applicants. She guides students and parents through college selection, applications, essays, test prep, and scholarships. She also advises on graduate school and medical residencies.
What Julia helps with
Julia helps students plan for and apply to universities abroad. She supports families from early planning through admission and financial aid.
- Choosing best-fit universities
- Guidance on college applications
- Essay review
- Test prep
- High school advising
- Graduate school advising
- Medical residency applications
- Finding scholarships and financial aid
Who Julia works with
Julia works with international students who want to study in the USA and overseas. She also works with their parents. Her clients include high school students planning for college and students applying to graduate school or medical residencies.
Background and qualifications
Julia worked in the admissions department of a Chicago college before she opened her consulting practice. That work showed her how universities judge applicants and make decisions. She has experience in international enrollment, standardized testing, and college counseling. She holds a Master in International Trade from Université de Provence in France and a Master in Higher Education from the American College of Education. She also earned a College Counseling certificate from the University of California San Diego and an International Diploma in English Language Teaching. She is a HECA member.
Julia Rivera pricing
Programs and services
- College selection and application guidance
- Essay review
- Test prep
- High school advising
- Graduate school advising
- Medical residency advising
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The CoachVouch take
She is a former Chicago college admissions staff member who now guides students in the Dominican Republic toward universities abroad.
Best for international students and families who want to study in the USA or overseas and need help from selection to financial aid.
Common questions
How much does Julia Rivera charge?
Coaching with Julia runs $70 to $130 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Julia Rivera help with?
Julia Rivera helps with choosing best-fit universities, guidance on college applications, essay review and test prep.
Is Julia Rivera certified?
Julia Rivera lists: Master in International Trade, Université de Provence; Master in Higher Education, American College of Education; Certificate in College Counseling, University of California San Diego; International Diploma in English Language Teaching (IDELT); HECA member; Independent Educational Consultant (IEC).
Does Julia Rivera work with international students?
Yes. International students who want to study in the USA and overseas are her main focus.
Does Julia Rivera help with graduate school and medical residencies?
Yes. She offers graduate school advising and medical residency support, along with college admissions help.
How do I contact Julia Rivera?
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