Lauren Lieberman
Independent college admissions counselor with 25+ years of experience
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Illinois, United States |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Practice | 412 College Counseling |
Lauren Lieberman is an independent college counselor who helps students and parents with the college application process. Lauren runs 412 College Counseling. Lauren began a career in the admissions office at The University of Chicago. Lauren then worked in independent schools in Chicago, Pittsburgh, and Colorado. Lauren has spent 25+ years on college applications and has worked with thousands of students. Today Lauren serves schools, organizations, individuals, and families.
What Lauren helps with
Lauren guides students and families through college applications, from building a list of schools to making final choices. Lauren also helps families talk through the process together.
- Building a college list
- Academic advising
- Brainstorming and editing college essays
- Preparing for college interviews
- Financial aid advising
- Planning summer activities
- Making data-driven college decisions
- Starting family conversations about college
Who Lauren works with
Lauren works with students and their parents. Lauren has worked with students of many interests, backgrounds, strengths, and weaknesses, and with many kinds of family situations. Some students know clearly what they want. Others need help figuring it out.
How Lauren works
Lauren uses a personal values assessment to help students clarify who they are and what they want. Lauren pairs it with data-driven decision making when building a college list. Lauren also helps families hold open conversations about the process. Lauren's services cover the full path from list building and essays to interview prep and summer planning.
Background and qualifications
Lauren Lieberman started a career in the admissions office at The University of Chicago. From Lauren's first year in admissions work, the coach knew it was the right field. Lauren later worked in independent schools in Chicago, Pittsburgh, and Colorado. In total Lauren has spent 25+ years helping students with college applications, including time in over 6 private schools and a selective admissions office. Lauren now works independently. Lauren also leads and attends conference sessions, visits colleges, and is a member of HECA.
Lauren Lieberman pricing
Programs and services
- College list building
- Application support
- College essay brainstorming and editing
- Interview prep
- Financial aid advising
- Summer planning
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The CoachVouch take
Lauren started a career in the admissions office at The University of Chicago and has 25+ years of experience in college admissions.
Best for students and parents who want an experienced guide to build a college list and manage applications.
Common questions
How much does Lauren Lieberman charge?
Coaching with Lauren runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Lauren from this page for an exact quote.
What does Lauren Lieberman help with?
Lauren Lieberman helps with building a college list, academic advising, brainstorming and editing college essays and preparing for college interviews.
Is Lauren Lieberman certified?
Lauren Lieberman lists: HECA member.
Does Lauren Lieberman work with schools as well as families?
Yes. Lauren works independently with schools and organizations as well as individuals and families.
Does Lauren help with financial aid?
Yes. Financial aid advising is one of Lauren's services, along with essays, interview prep, and summer planning.
How do I contact Lauren Lieberman?
Send Lauren a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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