Kathryn Gillis
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Seattle
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Seattle, Washington, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | BestFitCollege Consulting |
Kathryn Gillis is an independent educational consultant in Seattle who helps students and parents with college admissions. She runs BestFitCollege Consulting and is a Professional member of IECA. Her work centers on finding the right college fit for each student. She builds a school list from assessments and knowledge of colleges. She offers a full package that starts in sophomore or junior year and hourly consulting for specific needs.
What Kathryn helps with
Kathryn helps families handle the stress and confusion of applying to college. She works to match each student with the schools that fit them best.
- Building a college list that fits the student
- Getting organized for the application process
- Planning college visits
- Finding summer activity ideas
- Writing college essays
- Preparing for college interviews
- Completing the rest of the application
Who Kathryn works with
Kathryn works with students and their parents. Clients can start in sophomore or junior year and stay with her through admission to college. Families can also book her by the hour for a single need, such as an essay, an interview or a college visit.
How Kathryn works
Kathryn uses a student-centered approach. Her comprehensive package starts in the sophomore or junior year and runs through admission to college and beyond. It begins with assessments that guide a well-thought-out college list. She then supports college visits, summer plans and the rest of the application. Families who need less can book hourly consultations on applications, essays, interviews and visits.
Background and qualifications
Kathryn Gillis is an independent educational consultant based in Seattle, Washington. She is a Professional member of IECA, the Independent Educational Consultants Association. She runs BestFitCollege Consulting, where she helps students and parents through college admissions. Her work relies on knowing each student well and on detailed, first-hand knowledge of colleges.
Kathryn Gillis pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive package starting sophomore or junior year
- Hourly consultation services
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The CoachVouch take
Kathryn builds each college list from assessments and first-hand knowledge of colleges, with a focus on finding the best fit.
Best for students and parents who want help choosing colleges that fit and getting through the application process.
Common questions
How much does Kathryn Gillis charge?
Coaching with Kathryn runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Kathryn Gillis help with?
Kathryn Gillis helps with building a college list that fits the student, getting organized for the application process, planning college visits and finding summer activity ideas.
Is Kathryn Gillis certified?
Kathryn Gillis lists: IECA Professional member.
When can a student start working with Kathryn Gillis?
The comprehensive package starts in sophomore or junior year and continues through admission to college and beyond.
Does Kathryn Gillis offer help for a single need?
Yes. She offers hourly consultations on applications, essays, interviews, college visits and other college needs.
How do I contact Kathryn Gillis?
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