Rachel Coleman
College admissions coach and essay editor with UCLA certification
| Rate | $150 to $390 per session |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | UCLA certification |
| Practice | College Admission Coach |
Rachel Coleman is a college admissions coach and essay editor who helps high school students plan for college and apply. She has worked with College Admission Coach for more than 6 years. She began as a Writing Coach while earning her UCLA certification, and has been a full-time College Coach for the past two years. Her students include three National Merit Finalists and a student who went on to study for a BFA in theater.
What Rachel helps with
Rachel helps students plan for college, build a college list, finish applications, and find money for school. She also helps with the final choice between offers.
- Reviewing high school courses, including AP and IB options
- Choosing which standardized tests to take and when
- Building a college list with safety, match and reach schools
- Planning college visits
- Choosing topics and editing admission essays
- Preparing for admission and alumni interviews
- Using FAFSA and CSS Profile for financial aid
- Handling waitlists, appeals and offer negotiations
Who Rachel works with
Rachel works with high school students from a range of academic fields. Her past students include three National Merit Finalists and a student who went on to pursue a BFA in theater.
Background and qualifications
Rachel has been with College Admission Coach for more than 6 years. She first worked as a Writing Coach while she completed her UCLA certification. For the past two years she has worked as a full-time College Coach. She has helped students from many academic fields, including three National Merit Finalists and a student who went on to pursue a BFA in theater.
Rachel Coleman pricing
Programs and services
- Pre-college planning
- College selection and list building
- Application help
- Scholarship and financial aid guidance
- Help deciding between admission offers
- Essay critique and editing
Rachel Coleman reviews
The CoachVouch take
Rachel started as a Writing Coach, so essay work is part of her path into college coaching.
Best for high school students who want help with essays and the full college application process.
Rachel's rate sits above the range most admissions consultants charge ($70 to $220 an hour).
Common questions
How much does Rachel Coleman charge?
Rachel Coleman's rate is $150 to $390 per session.
What does Rachel Coleman help with?
Rachel Coleman helps with reviewing high school courses, including AP and IB options, choosing which standardized tests to take and when, building a college list with safety, match and reach schools and planning college visits.
Does Rachel Coleman coach online?
Sessions are online.
Is Rachel Coleman certified?
Rachel Coleman lists: UCLA certification.
Does Rachel help with financial aid?
Yes. She guides families on FAFSA and CSS Profile and shares scholarship resources. She also helps with scholarship essays.
How do I contact Rachel Coleman?
Send Rachel a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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