Linda Lounsbury
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Maryland
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Brooklandville, Maryland, United States |
| Credentials | Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) |
| Practice | Right Fit Personalized Education Strategy |
Linda Lounsbury is an independent college admissions consultant in Brooklandville, Maryland. She helps students and parents plan the college process with a personal timeline and a college list built for each student. Her packages start with a 2 hour meeting with the student and family. She also advises student athletes and students applying in the arts. She runs Right Fit Personalized Education Strategy and belongs to IECA.
What Linda helps with
Linda helps students find colleges that match their skills and interests. She also helps families manage the steps and deadlines of applying.
- Building a college list of 15 to 25 schools
- Planning standardized testing
- Writing a college resume
- Common App activity list and supplemental essays
- Preparing for college visits and interviews
- Choosing between Early Decision, Early Action, Rolling and Regular Decision
- Finding scholarships and planning for financial aid
- Weighing offers and handling deferrals or wait lists
Who Linda works with
Linda works with high school students and their parents. Planning can start as early as second semester of sophomore year. She also works with student athletes who want to play a sport in college. She helps students with talent in fine or performing arts who need art supplements. Her services suit families applying to college with their first child.
How Linda works
Linda starts the comprehensive package with a 2 hour meeting with the student and family. They review the transcript, activities and test scores. She then builds an individual timeline for the student and parents. Students learn to research colleges and contact college reps on their own. Meetings continue over Zoom and email. Essay help covers supplemental essays for 10 applications and the personal statement. She also offers a College List package with 10 hours plus the 2 hour meeting, and hourly help.
Background and qualifications
Linda is an independent educational consultant based in Brooklandville, Maryland. She runs Right Fit Personalized Education Strategy, LLC. She is a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA). Through IECA she can partner with specialists around the country when a student plays a sport she does not know well. She has a network of specialists who review art portfolios and artistic submissions. She has experience preparing students for informational, evaluative and alumni interviews.
Linda Lounsbury pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive package
- College List package with 10 hours
- Hourly consultations
- Student athlete advising
- Arts supplement guidance
- College interview coaching
Linda Lounsbury reviews
The CoachVouch take
Linda teaches students to research colleges and contact admissions reps themselves, and can bring in IECA specialists for sports and arts.
Best for families who want a clear timeline and a college list that fits the student, including first-time college applicants.
Common questions
How much does Linda Lounsbury charge?
Coaching with Linda runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Linda from this page for an exact quote.
What does Linda Lounsbury help with?
Linda Lounsbury helps with building a college list of 15 to 25 schools, planning standardized testing, writing a college resume and common App activity list and supplemental essays.
Is Linda Lounsbury certified?
Linda Lounsbury lists: Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA).
Does Linda work with student athletes?
Yes. She helps athletes weigh college options and shows how their sport and grades can help admission. If she does not know a sport, she partners with IECA specialists.
Can Linda help with just the college list?
Yes. The College List package gives 10 hours plus a 2 hour meeting. It fits families who need a list of options and no help managing applications.
How do I contact Linda Lounsbury?
Send Linda a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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