Robert Kohen
College admissions consultant and test prep tutor in New York
| Hourly rate range | $130 to $300 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | ADHD coach |
| Based in | New York, New York, United States |
| Credentials | Ph.D., Harvard University; Certificate in College Admissions and Career Planning, UC Berkeley; Professional member, IECA; Member, HECA and NACAC; Member, NTPA; Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude, Columbia University |
| Practice | Kohen Educational Services |
Robert Kohen is a college admissions consultant and test prep tutor in New York. He helps students find best fit colleges and build applications that reflect their interests and values. He has evaluated applications for Northeastern University and worked as an essay coach at Prep for Prep. He visits 10 to 20 colleges each year and speaks with admissions officers about current trends. He also tutors for the SAT, ACT, ISEE and SSAT.
What Robert helps with
Robert helps students figure out their interests and goals, choose colleges that fit, and prepare strong applications. He also tutors for standardized tests.
- Finding best fit colleges
- Preparing authentic college applications
- Writing application essays
- Connecting high school activities to real interests
- Raising SAT and ACT scores
- Preparing for the ISEE and SSAT
- Building study skills
- Easing test anxiety
Who Robert works with
Robert works with students and their parents on college admissions. He also tutors students preparing for the SAT, ACT, ISEE and SSAT. His training includes strategies for students with executive function challenges, learning differences, ADHD and ASD.
Background and qualifications
Robert holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University, where the Dean of Harvard College recognized his teaching with distinction. He also taught at The Dalton School. He earned a Certificate in College Admissions and Career Planning from UC Berkeley. He evaluated applications for Northeastern University and worked as an application essay coach at Prep for Prep. He graduated from Columbia University Phi Beta Kappa and summa cum laude, and has served there as an admissions interviewer. He completed graduate coursework at Landmark College in instructional strategies for executive functioning, learning differences, ADHD and ASD.
Robert Kohen pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions consulting
- Individualized test prep tutoring
- College visits
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The CoachVouch take
Robert combines admissions office experience at Northeastern with a Harvard Ph.D. and graduate training in ADHD and learning differences.
Best for students and parents who want help choosing colleges, writing applications and raising test scores.
Common questions
How much does Robert Kohen charge?
Coaching with Robert runs $130 to $300 an hour. Message Robert from this page for an exact quote.
What does Robert Kohen help with?
Robert Kohen helps with finding best fit colleges, preparing authentic college applications, writing application essays and connecting high school activities to real interests.
Is Robert Kohen certified?
Robert Kohen lists: Ph.D., Harvard University; Certificate in College Admissions and Career Planning, UC Berkeley; Professional member, IECA; Member, HECA and NACAC; Member, NTPA; Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude, Columbia University.
Does Robert Kohen help with standardized test prep?
Yes. He tutors students one on one for the SAT, ACT, ISEE and SSAT.
Does Robert Kohen have training in learning differences?
Yes. He completed graduate coursework at Landmark College in strategies for executive functioning, learning differences, ADHD and ASD.
How do I contact Robert Kohen?
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