Kathryn Stuart
College admissions consultant for high school students in Columbia, SC
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $240 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | Career coach |
| Based in | Columbia, South Carolina, United States |
| Credentials | M.Ed., The Citadel; Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); Certified Educational Planner (CEP); IECA professional member; NACAC and SACAC member; HECA professional member |
| Practice | Consultants in College Counseling, LLC |
Kathryn Stuart is an independent college admissions consultant in Columbia, South Carolina. She helps high school students and their families through the college application process. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Educational Planner. She focuses on finding a college that fits the student and also fits the family budget, so families avoid heavy college loans.
What Kathryn helps with
Kathryn helps students build a college plan from course choices in high school through applications. She also works to lower the stress that the college process brings into the home.
- Building a balanced college list
- Planning standardized test dates
- Choosing high school courses
- Developing an extracurricular activity list
- Brainstorming, editing and proofreading essays
- Planning summer enrichment
- Preparing résumés and mock interviews
- Finding scholarship and financial aid information
Who Kathryn works with
Kathryn works mainly with high school students who want help with the college application process. She also works with their parents. Her clients include families who want a college that fits the student and does not lead to excessive loans.
Background and qualifications
She earned an undergraduate degree in psychology from Davidson College and a Master's degree in Education from The Citadel. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Educational Planner. She is a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association, the Higher Education Consultants Association, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, and the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling.
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Best for high school students and parents who want a college that fits the student and the family budget.
Common questions
How much does Kathryn Stuart charge?
Coaching with Kathryn runs $150 to $240 an hour. Message Kathryn from this page for an exact quote.
What does Kathryn Stuart help with?
Kathryn Stuart helps with building a balanced college list, planning standardized test dates, choosing high school courses and developing an extracurricular activity list.
Is Kathryn Stuart certified?
Kathryn Stuart lists: M.Ed., The Citadel; Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); Certified Educational Planner (CEP); IECA professional member; NACAC and SACAC member; HECA professional member.
Does Kathryn Stuart help students before senior year?
Yes. She helps with high school course selection, test timelines and summer enrichment plans, not only applications.
How do I contact Kathryn Stuart?
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