Lisa Harrison
College admissions consultant helping students with lists and essays
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
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| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students |
| Credentials | M.A. in communications; Independent Educational Consultant certificate, UC Irvine (2021) |
| Practice | Empower College Consulting |
She guides students from building a college list to writing essays and finishing a strong application. Lisa holds a master's degree in communications and worked in public relations and marketing research before she turned to advising. She finished the Independent Educational Consultant certificate at UC Irvine in 2021. She keeps her practice small and personal.
What Lisa helps with
Lisa helps students plan their college applications from start to finish. She gives special focus to essay writing and editing.
- Building a college list
- Essay mentoring and editing
- Completing a strong application
- Following a step-by-step application process
- Writing guidance for college-bound seniors
Who Lisa works with
Lisa works with high school students who are applying to college. Her first comprehensive client was a rising senior, and she has since taken on another rising senior. She also helps students who need support with essays.
Background and qualifications
Lisa earned a Master of Arts degree in communications. She worked in public relations and later in marketing research, where she supervised both survey research and focus group research. She then enrolled in the UC Irvine Independent Educational Consultant program and finished the certificate in 2021. She plans to get involved with HECA and keeps up with college tours and ongoing training. She also has public speaking experience.
Lisa Harrison pricing
Programs and services
- Full-service college advising
- Essay mentoring and editing
- Free consultation
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The CoachVouch take
Lisa combines a communications degree and marketing research career with hands-on essay editing experience.
Best for college-bound students who want personal guidance from list building to a finished application.
Common questions
How much does Lisa Harrison charge?
Coaching with Lisa runs $70 to $130 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Lisa Harrison help with?
Lisa Harrison helps with building a college list, essay mentoring and editing, completing a strong application and following a step-by-step application process.
Is Lisa Harrison certified?
Lisa Harrison lists: M.A. in communications; Independent Educational Consultant certificate, UC Irvine (2021).
Does Lisa Harrison offer a free consultation?
Yes. Lisa offers a complimentary consultation to families who reach out.
How big is Lisa Harrison's practice?
Lisa keeps her practice relatively small and personal. She wants to refine her processes and gain experience over the next few years.
How do I contact Lisa Harrison?
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