Neil Chyten
College and private school admissions counselor in Newton, Massachusetts
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Newton, Massachusetts, United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | IECA member |
| Practice | Avalon Admission |
Neil Chyten is the founder of Avalon Admission in Newton, Massachusetts. He guides students and parents through college, graduate school, and private school admissions. He has worked with students for four decades, since 1984. His practice covers Ivy League applications, college transfers, and counseling from early grade school on. Avalon also offers test prep, academic tutoring, and research project mentorship. Sessions are available online and in person.
What Neil helps with
Neil helps students get into highly competitive colleges, graduate programs, and private schools. He also supports younger students earlier in their school years.
- Applying to Ivy League schools
- College transfer applications
- Graduate school admission
- Private school admission
- Middle school and grade school counseling
- Test prep tutoring
- Academic tutoring
- Research project mentorship
Who Neil works with
Neil works with students and their parents. His clients range from early grade school students to graduate school applicants. Many aim for highly competitive colleges, top private schools, and Ivy League programs.
How Neil works
Avalon Admission uses a proprietary admissions process that Neil built and refined over 40 years. The strategies are data-driven and tailored to each student. Families can also use a portal and a college list tool. Support includes test prep, academic tutoring, and research project mentorship alongside admissions counseling.
Background and qualifications
Neil Chyten founded Avalon Admission and has worked in admissions counseling since 1984. Over four decades he has guided thousands of students into competitive colleges and private schools. His practice is based in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. He is a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA). His services now cover grade school through graduate programs.
Neil Chyten pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions counseling
- Ivy League admission guidance
- College transfer counseling
- Graduate school admission counseling
- Private school admission counseling
- Middle school and grade school counseling
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The CoachVouch take
Neil has run his admissions practice since 1984 and covers every stage from grade school to graduate school.
Best for families aiming at Ivy League schools, top private schools, or competitive graduate programs.
Common questions
How much does Neil Chyten charge?
Coaching with Neil runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Neil from this page for an exact quote.
What does Neil Chyten help with?
Neil Chyten helps with applying to Ivy League schools, college transfer applications, graduate school admission and private school admission.
Does Neil Chyten coach online?
Neil is based in Newton, Massachusetts, United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Neil Chyten certified?
Neil Chyten lists: IECA member.
Does Neil Chyten help with private school admission?
Yes. Avalon Admission offers private school admission counseling. It also offers middle school and grade school counseling.
Does Avalon Admission offer online appointments?
Yes. Online appointments are available. The office is in Newton Centre, Massachusetts.
How do I contact Neil Chyten?
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