Kristen Senior
Independent college admissions consultant in Winnetka, Illinois
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Winnetka, Illinois, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | The Brass Ring College Consultants |
Kristen Senior is an independent college admissions consultant in Winnetka, Illinois. She runs The Brass Ring College Consultants and works with high school students and their parents. Her practice covers college visits, essays and testing. She is a professional member of the IECA. Families can meet with her once or twice, or sign up for a multi-year package that follows the student through the search.
What Kristen helps with
Kristen helps students and parents with the college search and the application process.
- Choosing colleges that fit size, location and type
- Planning and using campus visits
- Writing college essays
- Preparing for college testing
- Getting individual attention beyond school guidance counselors
- Helping teens who show little interest in applying
Who Kristen works with
Kristen works with high school students and their parents. Some families come for one or two meetings. Others want a multi-year package. She also helps parents whose child is not interested in applying to colleges.
Background and qualifications
Kristen Senior is an independent educational consultant based in Winnetka, Illinois. She is a professional member of the IECA. Her practice, The Brass Ring College Consultants, visits colleges across the country so families can benefit from that first-hand knowledge. Her site covers campus visits, essays and testing, and offers a library of college resources and articles.
Kristen Senior pricing
Programs and services
- Hourly consulting
- Comprehensive multi-year package
- College visits guidance
Kristen Senior reviews
The CoachVouch take
Visits colleges across the country and shares what she learns with students.
Best for families who want individual attention on the college search beyond what school counselors can offer.
Common questions
How much does Kristen Senior charge?
Coaching with Kristen runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Kristen Senior help with?
Kristen Senior helps with choosing colleges that fit size, location and type, planning and using campus visits, writing college essays and preparing for college testing.
Is Kristen Senior certified?
Kristen Senior lists: IECA Professional member.
Can families work with Kristen for a short time only?
Yes. Some students meet with the team once or twice, while others choose a multi-year package.
Why hire a private counselor if a school counselor is available?
Private counselors give students individual attention. They also have time during the year to visit colleges across the country.
How do I contact Kristen Senior?
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