Neal Schwartz
College admissions consultant in Armonk, New York
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Armonk, New York, United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Practice | College Planning of Westchester LLC |
Neal Schwartz is an independent college consultant who helps students and parents plan for college admissions. He runs College Planning of Westchester in Armonk, New York. The practice has served families in Westchester County, Putnam County and nearby Connecticut since 2004. Students can start as early as 8th or 9th grade. The practice also covers SAT and ACT prep and transfer students. Sessions happen in the Armonk office or by Zoom.
What Neal helps with
Neal helps students and families plan the path from high school to college. He works with students from early high school through senior year.
- Building a college plan as early as 8th or 9th grade
- Choosing extracurriculars that support college goals
- Crafting college applications
- Preparing for the SAT and ACT
- Finding best-fit colleges for transfer students
- Managing the admissions process from start to finish
- Reducing stress for students and parents
Who Neal works with
Neal works with students and their parents in Armonk and the surrounding areas. That includes Westchester County, Putnam County and nearby Connecticut. Clients range from younger students in 8th to 10th grade to juniors and seniors. He also helps students who want to transfer colleges.
How Neal works
The practice offers set programs for each stage. A Getting Started Plan is for students in 8th, 9th and 10th grade. It builds academic foundations and helps students pick extracurriculars. An intensive program is for juniors and seniors. It is a customized path meant to widen college choices. There is also comprehensive college counseling, SAT and ACT prep, and transfer student help. Sessions are in person or on Zoom.
Background and qualifications
Neal Schwartz is an independent college consultant and a member of HECA. He leads College Planning of Westchester LLC in Armonk, New York. The practice has helped students and families since 2004. It serves Westchester County, Putnam County and nearby Connecticut. The services cover college counseling, SAT and ACT preparation, and transfer student support.
Neal Schwartz pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive college counseling
- Getting Started Plan for 8th to 10th grade
- Intensive program for juniors and seniors
- SAT and ACT preparation
- Transfer student counseling
- Free introductory consultation
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The CoachVouch take
Offers a Getting Started Plan that begins college planning as early as 8th grade.
Best for Westchester area families who want a college plan that starts early and runs through senior year.
Common questions
How much does Neal Schwartz charge?
Coaching with Neal runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Neal from this page for an exact quote.
What does Neal Schwartz help with?
Neal Schwartz helps with building a college plan as early as 8th or 9th grade, choosing extracurriculars that support college goals, crafting college applications and preparing for the SAT and ACT.
Does Neal Schwartz coach online?
Neal is based in Armonk, New York, United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Neal Schwartz certified?
Neal Schwartz lists: HECA member.
When can a student start working with Neal Schwartz?
Students can start as early as 8th or 9th grade with the Getting Started Plan. Juniors and seniors can join the intensive program.
Does College Planning of Westchester offer virtual sessions?
Yes. Sessions can be held in the Armonk office or by Zoom.
How do I contact Neal Schwartz?
Send Neal a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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