Michele McNamee
Independent college admissions consultant for students and families
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Practice | Pinpoint College Planning |
Michele McNamee is an independent education consultant who helps students and their families with college admissions. She owns Pinpoint College Planning. She guides clients from the first steps of the process to the move to college. She worked with 17 students in the class of 2020 and 20 students each in the classes of 2021 and 2022. She now works with 18 students in the class of 2023. She also volunteers her help with under-served students through ScholarMatch.
What Michele helps with
Michele helps students and families understand the college admissions process and handle each step, from choosing a list of schools to making the final decision.
- Understanding how the admissions process works
- Understanding financial aid
- Reviewing academic records
- Exploring careers and majors
- Building a balanced college list
- Managing the application process
- Getting guidance and review on college essays
- Making decisions and moving on to college
Who Michele works with
Michele works with students and their families at many points in the admissions process. She has clients across several graduating classes. She has 18 students in the class of 2023, 6 in the class of 2024, and 1 in the class of 2025. She also works with under-served students through ScholarMatch.
Background and qualifications
Michele McNamee is the owner and independent education consultant at Pinpoint College Planning. She worked with 17 students in the class of 2020 and 20 students each in the classes of 2021 and 2022. She now has 18 students in the class of 2023, 6 in the class of 2024, and 1 in the class of 2025. She also works with under-served students through the ScholarMatch program.
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Michele works with under-served students through the ScholarMatch program alongside her private clients.
Best for students and families who want help with every step from building a college list to the move to college.
Common questions
How much does Michele McNamee charge?
Coaching with Michele runs $70 to $130 an hour. Message Michele from this page for an exact quote.
What does Michele McNamee help with?
Michele McNamee helps with understanding how the admissions process works, understanding financial aid, reviewing academic records and exploring careers and majors.
Does Michele McNamee work with under-served students?
Yes. She works with under-served students through the ScholarMatch program.
Does Michele help with financial aid and essays?
Yes. Her services cover financial aid guidance and essay guidance and review.
How do I contact Michele McNamee?
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