Linda Chin
Independent college admissions consultant serving Oregon and the Northwest
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Oregon, United States |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Experience | 18 years coaching |
| Practice | Chin College Counseling |
Linda Chin is an independent college admissions consultant who helps students and their parents plan for college. She runs Chin College Counseling and serves families in the greater Northwest. She has more than 18 years of experience and worked in the Portland area. She builds a college list, reviews the full application, and helps with essays, interviews, and financial aid. She is also a member of HECA.
What Linda helps with
Linda helps students pick colleges and build strong applications. She also guides families through the steps and the stress of the process.
- Building a college list that fits the student
- Reviewing transcripts, activities, and test scores
- Writing personal statements
- Supplemental essay work
- Navigating the application process
- Preparing for college interviews
- Planning college visits
- Financial aid and scholarships
Who Linda works with
Linda works with students and their families in the greater Northwest who are choosing a college and applying. She meets families at whatever stage they are in, from picking schools to writing applications to looking at financial aid.
Background and qualifications
Linda has more than 18 years of experience in college counseling. She worked in the Portland metropolitan area running a College and career program. She founded Chin College Counseling to support students through the college selection and application process. She is a member of HECA and works as an independent college consultant. She has broad knowledge of colleges and universities across the country, which she uses when she builds college lists for students.
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The CoachVouch take
Linda has more than 18 years of experience and works with families on everything from the college list to financial aid.
Best for Northwest families who want help with the whole college search and application, from picking schools to paying for them.
Common questions
How much does Linda Chin charge?
Coaching with Linda runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Linda from this page for an exact quote.
What does Linda Chin help with?
Linda Chin helps with building a college list that fits the student, reviewing transcripts, activities, and test scores, writing personal statements and supplemental essay work.
Is Linda Chin certified?
Linda Chin lists: HECA member.
Does Linda Chin help with financial aid and scholarships?
Yes. She walks families through financial aid and scholarships as part of her college planning.
How do I contact Linda Chin?
Send Linda a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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