Kristi Harlig
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Vista, California
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Vista, California, United States |
| Credentials | IECA member |
| Practice | Future InSight College Consulting |
Kristi Harlig is a college admissions consultant who helps students and parents plan for college. She runs Future InSight College Consulting in Vista, California. Her work starts as early as middle school and runs through college applications. She helps with course selection, transcript review, activities advice, college choice and essays. Her practice offers separate programs for middle school and for 9th and 10th grade students. She is a member of IECA.
What Kristi helps with
Kristi works with families on the college process from middle school through applications. She helps students find a college that fits them academically, socially and financially.
- Choosing courses in middle school and high school
- Building a 4-year high school plan
- Reviewing transcripts
- Picking activities that fit a student's interests
- Finding the right college fit
- Writing college essays
- Handling the college application process
- Lowering stress for students and parents
Who Kristi works with
Kristi works with middle school and high school students and their parents. Families can start in middle school, when students pick courses. Others join in 9th and 10th grade or later, when college planning and applications get closer.
How Kristi works
Future InSight builds a customized program for each family. The middle school program assesses interests and strengths, explores career pathways, and builds high school success strategies. It also covers course selection and a 4-year high school plan. The team teaches students and parents how the college process works. They then guide families through it to find a fit that works academically, socially and financially.
Background and qualifications
Kristi Harlig leads Future InSight College Consulting, an independent practice based in Vista, California. She is a member of the Independent College Educational Consultants Association, known as IECA. Her team supports students and parents through high school planning, transcript review, course choices, activities, college selection and the application process.
Kristi Harlig pricing
Programs and services
- Middle school program
- 9th and 10th grade program
- Customized college consulting programs
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The CoachVouch take
Her practice offers a program for middle school students, so planning can start before high school.
Best for families who want help with college planning starting in middle school or early high school.
Common questions
How much does Kristi Harlig charge?
Coaching with Kristi runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Kristi from this page for an exact quote.
What does Kristi Harlig help with?
Kristi Harlig helps with choosing courses in middle school and high school, building a 4-year high school plan, reviewing transcripts and picking activities that fit a student's interests.
Is Kristi Harlig certified?
Kristi Harlig lists: IECA member.
Does Kristi Harlig work with middle school students?
Yes. Her middle school program covers interests, career pathways, course selection and a 4-year high school plan.
What does Future InSight help with besides applications?
The team also helps with transcript review, course selection, activities advice and choosing a college that fits.
How do I contact Kristi Harlig?
Send Kristi a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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