Nancy Gorman
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Carlsbad, California
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Carlsbad, California, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member; Independent Educational Consultant |
| Practice | Education Taken |
Nancy Gorman is an independent educational consultant who runs Education Taken. She helps high school students and their parents with college admissions. She works on the Common App, essay prompts and UC applications. Her clients have pursued performing arts, fine arts, pre-med, nursing, engineering, business and pre-law. She has also helped a student with physical therapy school applications. She is a professional member of IECA and works from Carlsbad, California.
What Nancy helps with
Nancy helps students build a college plan and an application that fits who they are. She also helps families look at cost and aid.
- Building a balanced college list
- Writing strong college essays
- Making a plan for the application process
- Finding the right academic and social fit
- Finding scholarships and merit aid
- Working on the Common App and UC applications
- Choosing a fine arts program
- Applying to physical therapy programs
Who Nancy works with
Nancy works with high school students and their parents. Her students come from many backgrounds and want different paths. They include performing arts, fine arts, pre-med, nursing, engineering, business and pre-law. She has also helped students who applied to art schools and physical therapy programs.
Background and qualifications
Nancy Gorman is an independent educational consultant based in Carlsbad, California. She is a professional member of IECA. She runs Education Taken, a college admissions practice that serves students and families. She has worked with students from many backgrounds and interests. Some planned to study performing arts, fine arts, pre-med, nursing, engineering, business or pre-law. She has guided students on art school applications and on physical therapy school applications.
Nancy Gorman pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions consulting
- Discovery meeting
- Customized application plan
Nancy Gorman reviews
The CoachVouch take
Has guided students across many paths, from fine arts and performing arts to pre-med and physical therapy.
Best for high school students and parents who want help with essays, school lists and scholarships.
Common questions
How much does Nancy Gorman charge?
Coaching with Nancy runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Nancy Gorman help with?
Nancy Gorman helps with building a balanced college list, writing strong college essays, making a plan for the application process and finding the right academic and social fit.
Is Nancy Gorman certified?
Nancy Gorman lists: IECA Professional member; Independent Educational Consultant.
Does Nancy Gorman help with art school applications?
Yes. She has helped students define what they want from a fine arts program and choose a school. She also works with students in performing arts.
How do I contact Nancy Gorman?
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