Mimi Ritchie
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Glencoe, Illinois
| Hourly rate range | $130 to $300 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students, Parents and Athletes |
| Based in | Glencoe, Illinois, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member; BA in English and Art History, Harvard College, magna cum laude; JD, University of Chicago Law School |
| Practice | Ritchie College Consulting LLC |
Mimi Ritchie is an independent college admissions consultant in Glencoe, Illinois. She helps students and parents plan for college, starting as early as 8th grade. She is a former commercial real estate lawyer and high school English teacher. She holds a JD from the University of Chicago and graduated magna cum laude from Harvard. Her students have gained admission to Ivy League and other highly selective schools. She also works with recruited Division 1 and Division 3 athletes.
What Mimi helps with
Mimi guides students from early high school planning through the final college decision. She helps families pick schools that fit the student, not just schools with big names.
- Choosing academic classes and electives in 8th to 12th grade
- Picking extracurricular activities with leadership opportunities
- Planning summer activities
- Standardized testing timeline and strategy
- Building a college list that fits academically, socially, geographically and financially
- Brainstorming essay topics and revising drafts
- Completing applications
- Comparing college options after acceptance
Who Mimi works with
Mimi works with students in 8th, 9th and 10th grade on academic choices, activities and summers. From junior year on, she helps students build a school list. She supports seniors through applications and final decisions. She also works with student-athletes who have been recruited to Division 1 and Division 3 schools, and with their parents.
How Mimi works
Mimi starts with a one-on-one consultation to review the student's activities, academics, test scores and college goals. Her work follows the student's grade level. In early high school she advises on classes, activities and summer plans. In junior year she builds a list of matching schools. Over the summer and senior year she supports applications and helps compare offers. She gives extra time to essay brainstorming and revision.
Background and qualifications
Mimi graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College with a BA in English and Art History. She earned her JD from the University of Chicago Law School. She practiced commercial real estate law and taught high school English. She also tutored middle and high school students in writing. She has worked with many students on interview skills, resumes and college applications. She is an experienced writer and editor. She is a Professional member of IECA.
Mimi Ritchie pricing
Programs and services
- Initial consultation
- One-on-one college admissions consulting
- Essay brainstorming and revision support
- Standardized testing planning
- College list building
Mimi Ritchie reviews
The CoachVouch take
A former lawyer and English teacher who brings research and editing skills to essay and college list work.
Best for families who want early planning from 8th grade through senior year and a focus on fit over prestige.
Common questions
How much does Mimi Ritchie charge?
Coaching with Mimi runs $130 to $300 an hour. Message Mimi from this page for an exact quote.
What does Mimi Ritchie help with?
Mimi Ritchie helps with choosing academic classes and electives in 8th to 12th grade, picking extracurricular activities with leadership opportunities, planning summer activities and standardized testing timeline and strategy.
Is Mimi Ritchie certified?
Mimi Ritchie lists: IECA Professional member; BA in English and Art History, Harvard College, magna cum laude; JD, University of Chicago Law School.
Does Mimi Ritchie work with student-athletes?
Yes. She has worked with students recruited to Division 1 and Division 3 schools.
When can students start working with Mimi Ritchie?
She consults with students as early as 8th grade. Families can start with planning for 9th grade classes and activities.
How do I contact Mimi Ritchie?
Send Mimi a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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