Rachel Zachariah
College admissions consultant for students worldwide in Seattle
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Seattle, Washington, United States |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Zachariah Educational Consulting |
Rachel Zachariah is an independent educational consultant in Seattle who helps students and parents with college admissions. She works with students around the world and has a particular interest in international students, third-culture kids, and students who learn differently. Her focus is helping students find colleges where they can succeed academically, including the most affordable programs that fit them. She is a professional member of IECA.
What Rachel helps with
Rachel helps students find a college that fits them and get through the application process. She also looks for affordable options.
- Building a college list
- Simplifying the college application process
- Writing and editing college essays
- Planning for standardized testing
- Applying as a transfer student
- Finding scholarships
- Planning gap year and summer programs
- Finding learning disability resources
Who Rachel works with
Rachel works with students and their families on the college search. Her clients live around the world. She has a particular interest in international students, third-culture kids, and students who learn differently.
How Rachel works
Rachel starts with a 90 minute admissions consultation with the student and family. She then follows up to recommend the right service. Her comprehensive package includes student assessments and an interview, academic and extracurricular review, career or major exploration, a testing plan, and a college list. It also covers interview preparation, activity lists, resumes, and unlimited application support with essay meetings and editing.
Background and qualifications
Rachel Zachariah runs Zachariah Educational Consulting in Seattle, Washington. She is a professional member of IECA, the Independent Educational Consultants Association. She offers college consulting to students and families worldwide. Her services cover the college list, applications, essays, testing, transfers, learning disability resources, gap years, scholarships, and independent living skills program planning.
Rachel Zachariah pricing
Programs and services
- 90 minute admissions consultation
- Comprehensive admissions advising package
- College list building
- College application support
- College essay writing guidance
- Transfer student package
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The CoachVouch take
Rachel has a particular interest in international students, third-culture kids, and students who learn differently.
Best for international students and families who want help finding an affordable college that fits.
Common questions
How much does Rachel Zachariah charge?
Coaching with Rachel runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Rachel Zachariah help with?
Rachel Zachariah helps with building a college list, simplifying the college application process, writing and editing college essays and planning for standardized testing.
Does Rachel Zachariah coach online?
Rachel is based in Seattle, Washington, United States. Sessions are online.
Is Rachel Zachariah certified?
Rachel Zachariah lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Rachel Zachariah work with international students?
Yes. She works with students worldwide and has a particular interest in international students and third-culture kids.
Does Rachel offer a free first call?
Yes.
How do I contact Rachel Zachariah?
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