Martha Sandven
College admissions consultant for students and parents in West Fork, Arkansas
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $240 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | Speaking coach |
| Based in | West Fork, Arkansas, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member; National Board Certification (2017); MA; MAT; B.S. in Speech, Northwestern University; M.A. in Theatre/Film, University of Kansas |
| Practice | Sandven Consulting, LLC |
Martha Sandven is an independent educational consultant in West Fork, Arkansas. She helps students and parents with college admissions, and she is a member of the IECA. She is also a National Board Certified teacher with degrees in speech, theatre and film, and secondary English. Her teaching work includes a course that is now required for future secondary teachers at the University of Arkansas. She also runs arts programs for youth in Northwest Arkansas.
What Martha helps with
Martha helps students and parents move from high school to college with less stress. She works to find schools that fit each student's needs and to apply to them.
- Finding colleges that fit a student's needs
- Applying to college
- Making the move from high school to college less stressful
- Support for parents during the admissions process
Who Martha works with
Martha works with high school students and their parents. Her focus is on families who want help finding and applying to colleges that fit the student.
Background and qualifications
Martha holds a B.S. in Speech from Northwestern University, an M.A. in Theatre/Film from the University of Kansas, and a Secondary English M.A.T. from the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville. She earned National Board Certification in 2017. She has worked as a teacher, actor, public speaker, author, and playwright. Her awards include Teacher of the Year at Ramay Junior High, Mentor Teacher of the Year from the University of Arkansas, and a Governor's Arts Award from the Arkansas Arts Council. She also received a Point of Light Award.
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Programs and services
- College counseling
- Test prep
- Tutoring
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The CoachVouch take
She combines college counseling with a career in teaching, theatre, and youth arts programs.
Best for students and parents who want help choosing and applying to colleges that fit.
Common questions
How much does Martha Sandven charge?
Coaching with Martha runs $150 to $240 an hour. Message Martha from this page for an exact quote.
What does Martha Sandven help with?
Martha Sandven helps with finding colleges that fit a student's needs, applying to college, making the move from high school to college less stressful and support for parents during the admissions process.
Is Martha Sandven certified?
Martha Sandven lists: IECA Professional member; National Board Certification (2017); MA; MAT; B.S. in Speech, Northwestern University; M.A. in Theatre/Film, University of Kansas.
How do I contact Martha Sandven?
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