Mindy Peterson
College admissions consultant focused on STEM and engineering applicants
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Practice | CollegeNod |
Mindy Peterson is a college admissions consultant who runs CollegeNod. She helps students and their families plan for college and complete applications. Her strongest area is STEM and engineering admissions. She takes on only 10 students per graduation year, so each family gets close access to her. Most of her clients live near her, and she keeps spots open for students at Malibu High School. She also works with a few pro bono clients.
What Mindy helps with
Mindy works with students on the full path to college, from early planning in the freshman year to the move onto campus.
- Academic and extracurricular strategy
- Building a custom college list
- Application strategy and guidance
- College essay support
- Making the final college decision
- Transitioning to college
- Applying to STEM and engineering programs
Who Mindy works with
Mindy works with students and their families. Her clients span all four high school years, from freshmen to seniors. Most are from her local area, and she also serves students in nearby cities. She holds spaces for students at Malibu High School.
How Mindy works
Mindy offers a full consulting plan for each student. She limits her practice to 10 students per graduation year so clients get unlimited access to her. Her services cover academic and extracurricular strategy, a custom college list, application strategy, essay support, help with the college decision, and the move to college.
Background and qualifications
- Caps her practice at 10 students per graduation year
- Takes a few pro bono clients alongside paid clients
- Holds spaces for students at Malibu High School
- Greatest expertise is in STEM and engineering admissions
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Programs and services
- Comprehensive college consulting plan
- Pro bono spots for a few students
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The CoachVouch take
Mindy caps her practice at 10 students per graduation year and has deep expertise in STEM and engineering admissions.
Best for students aiming at STEM and engineering programs who want a consultant with a small client list.
Common questions
How much does Mindy Peterson charge?
Coaching with Mindy runs $70 to $130 an hour. Message Mindy from this page for an exact quote.
What does Mindy Peterson help with?
Mindy Peterson helps with academic and extracurricular strategy, building a custom college list, application strategy and guidance and college essay support.
Does Mindy Peterson work with students in the early high school years?
Yes. Her practice includes freshman and sophomore clients as well as juniors and seniors.
How many students does Mindy Peterson take?
She caps her practice at 10 students per graduation year. Her senior and junior classes are full.
How do I contact Mindy Peterson?
Send Mindy a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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