Julie Sappington
College admissions consultant in Savannah, Georgia
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Savannah, Georgia, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member; Bachelor's degree in French, UNC-Chapel Hill |
| Practice | Live Oak College Counseling, LLC |
Julie Sappington is an independent educational consultant in Savannah, Georgia. She helps students and families with college admissions and also tutors for the ACT and SAT. She has 20 years in higher education, in both admissions and college counseling. Her clients apply to colleges in the United States and abroad. She also tutors French at all levels, and she holds a French degree from UNC-Chapel Hill.
What Julie helps with
Julie helps students choose where to apply and understand what colleges look for. She also helps them raise test scores.
- Building a balanced college list
- Finding best-fit colleges for a student's goals
- Planning high school courses
- Getting advice on building a resume
- Getting guidance on college essays
- Understanding scholarships and financial aid
- Applying to universities outside the United States
- Preparing for the ACT and SAT
Who Julie works with
Julie works with high school students and their families. Her clients come from across the United States and from other countries. Some want help with the full admissions process, and others need help with a single piece such as test prep.
How Julie works
Julie offers both hourly and comprehensive counseling, so families can pick the level of help they need. Services include course planning, resume advice, essay guidance and building a college list. For test prep, she usually starts with a diagnostic test to find whether the SAT or ACT suits the student better. Then she tutors in hourly sessions.
Background and qualifications
Julie has 20 years of experience in higher education. She has worked in college admissions and as a college counselor. She now runs Live Oak College Counseling from Savannah, Georgia, as an independent educational consultant. She is a professional member of the IECA. She earned a Bachelor's degree in French from UNC-Chapel Hill and has lived in France more than once. She uses that background to tutor French.
Julie Sappington pricing
Programs and services
- Hourly college counseling
- Comprehensive college counseling
- Hourly SAT and ACT tutoring
- French tutoring
Julie Sappington reviews
The CoachVouch take
Julie has worked on both the admissions side and the counseling side of higher education for 20 years.
Best for students and families who want help finding best-fit colleges, at home or abroad, and want test prep from the same person.
Common questions
How much does Julie Sappington charge?
Coaching with Julie runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Julie Sappington help with?
Julie Sappington helps with building a balanced college list, finding best-fit colleges for a student's goals, planning high school courses and getting advice on building a resume.
Is Julie Sappington certified?
Julie Sappington lists: IECA Professional member; Bachelor's degree in French, UNC-Chapel Hill.
Does Julie Sappington work with students outside Georgia?
Yes. She is based in Savannah but has worked with students and families across the United States and internationally.
Does Julie help with test prep as well as admissions?
Yes. She tutors for the SAT and ACT in hourly sessions. She usually starts with a diagnostic test to pick the best test for the student.
How do I contact Julie Sappington?
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