Nicole Busby
College admissions consultant in New Canaan, Connecticut
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | New Canaan, Connecticut, United States |
| Credentials | Certificate with Distinction, UCLA College Counseling Program; B.A. with honors, Northwestern University, Communication Studies |
| Practice | Dunbar Educational Consultants |
Nicole Busby is a college admissions consultant at Dunbar Educational Consultants in New Canaan, Connecticut. She advises students and parents across the United States who are applying to college. She holds a Certificate with Distinction from UCLA's College Counseling Program. She visits 15 to 20 college campuses each year and meets with college representatives to track admission trends. She also served as Alumni Admissions Council Director for her alma mater.
What Nicole helps with
Nicole helps students with a wide range of interests and abilities prepare for the college admissions process and reach their academic and personal goals.
- Applying to college
- Finding a college that fits a student's strengths and interests
- Positioning a student for success in admissions
- Guiding parents through the admissions process
Who Nicole works with
Nicole works with families throughout the United States whose students want to attend college. Her clients have a vast range of interests and abilities. She works with both the students and their parents during the admissions process.
Background and qualifications
Nicole graduated with honors from Northwestern University with a major in Communication Studies. She earned a Certificate with Distinction from UCLA's College Counseling Program. She visits 15 to 20 college campuses each year, attends professional conferences, and meets with college representatives to keep up with admission trends. She served as Alumni Admissions Council Director for her alma mater. She was also a college advisor for ABC House and served on the executive boards of several parent teacher associations.
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The CoachVouch take
Nicole works one-on-one with families while drawing on the shared experience of the full Dunbar consulting team.
Best for families across the United States who want personal guidance through the college admissions process.
Common questions
How much does Nicole Busby charge?
Coaching with Nicole runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Nicole from this page for an exact quote.
What does Nicole Busby help with?
Nicole Busby helps with applying to college, finding a college that fits a student's strengths and interests, positioning a student for success in admissions and guiding parents through the admissions process.
Is Nicole Busby certified?
Nicole Busby lists: Certificate with Distinction, UCLA College Counseling Program; B.A. with honors, Northwestern University, Communication Studies.
Does Nicole Busby work with families outside Connecticut?
Yes. Nicole advises families throughout the United States who have students seeking college admission.
How do I contact Nicole Busby?
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