Pamela Ellis
College admissions consultant for teens and parents in Oak Park, Illinois
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students, Teens and Parents |
| Based in | Oak Park, Illinois, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Compass College Advisory Center |
Pamela Ellis is an independent educational consultant in Oak Park, Illinois. She runs Compass College Advisory and helps teens and their parents through the college admissions process. Her team has helped thousands of students get into colleges, and those students earned more than $50 million in merit scholarships. Her programs help teens own the process so parents do not have to act as the college advisor.
What Pamela helps with
Pamela and her team help teens get through college applications with a clear plan. They also help families find schools that fit and lower the cost of college.
- Building a college list that fits a student's values and goals
- Following a step-by-step roadmap of application tasks
- Meeting deadlines without fights at home
- Revising college essays
- Helping teens take ownership of applications
- Giving working parents a clear view of the process
Who Pamela works with
The team works with teens applying to college and with their parents. Students include those who did not qualify for financial aid and those without straight-A grades. Many parents are busy and want to support their child without managing every task.
How Pamela works
The team gives each family a clear, step-by-step roadmap that shows when key tasks are due. Students do the work themselves, such as building college lists and revising essays. Advisors hold students accountable for tasks and keep families updated on status and expectations. College matching looks at a student's values, goals and vision, plus a school's chance of offering strong scholarships.
Background and qualifications
Pamela Ellis is an independent educational consultant based in Oak Park, Illinois. She is a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA). She leads Compass College Advisory, where her team has helped thousands of students get into colleges that feel like home. Their students have earned more than $50 million in merit scholarships. Families call her Dr. Pamela.
Pamela Ellis pricing
Programs and services
- College advising programs for teens and parents
- Free webinar
- Clarity call
- Digital store with resources
Pamela Ellis reviews
The CoachVouch take
Her team ties college matching to merit scholarship chances, and students have earned more than $50 million in merit aid.
Best for families who want a clear roadmap and lower college costs while the teen leads the process.
Common questions
How much does Pamela Ellis charge?
Coaching with Pamela runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Pamela from this page for an exact quote.
What does Pamela Ellis help with?
Pamela Ellis helps with building a college list that fits a student's values and goals, following a step-by-step roadmap of application tasks, meeting deadlines without fights at home and revising college essays.
Is Pamela Ellis certified?
Pamela Ellis lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Pamela Ellis work with students who are not straight-A students?
Yes. Her team has helped students earn merit scholarships even without straight-A grades or financial aid eligibility.
How does Compass College Advisory help parents?
The team gives parents a clear roadmap and keeps them updated. Students handle their own tasks, which cuts down on power struggles at home.
How do I contact Pamela Ellis?
Send Pamela a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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