Sheree Gravely
College admissions consultant for high school students in Cincinnati, Ohio
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Cincinnati, Ohio, United States |
| Credentials | Professional Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA); College Counseling Certificate, University of California-Riverside; BA in International Relations and French, University of Virginia |
| Practice | Gravely Group College Advising |
Sheree Gravely is an independent college admissions consultant who helps high school students and their parents find the right college. She runs Gravely Group College Advising in Cincinnati, Ohio. Before advising, she worked as a marketing director at Arthur Andersen, HJ Heinz and Kraft Foods. She now leads a group of Midwest consultants that meets with admissions officers, and she visits campuses to keep her information current.
What Sheree helps with
Sheree helps students build a college list and work through the application process. She also helps families who argue about the college decision.
- Building a college list that fits the student
- Finding schools for niche majors like musical theatre, physical therapy, pre-law and pharmacy
- Choosing colleges for students who want to play sports
- Getting feedback on college application essays
- Lowering stress and conflict between parents and students
- Learning about strengths and fit through assessments
Who Sheree works with
Sheree works with high school students and their parents. Some families are new to the process, and others have been through it before with an older child. Her students have interests such as musical theatre, physical therapy, pre-law, pharmacy and college sports.
How Sheree works
Sheree uses a set curriculum that walks the student and family through the college application process. The work includes assessments that help students learn about themselves and what kind of college setting fits them. She builds a college list and gives feedback on essays. She acts as a neutral third voice in family talks about the decision.
Background and qualifications
Sheree graduated from the University of Virginia in 1986 with a BA in International Relations and French. At its McIntire Commerce School, she won the Philip Morris Marketing Competition. She also worked in UVA's Residential Life program as a Resident Assistant and Dorm Resident Manager. She later worked as a marketing director at Arthur Andersen, HJ Heinz and Kraft Foods. She completed the College Counseling Certificate at the University of California-Riverside and is a Professional Member of IECA. She has also been active in school advisory councils, Junior Achievement and international expat education.
Sheree Gravely pricing
Programs and services
- Free 1 hour consultation
- One-on-one college advising
- College list development
- Essay feedback
- Student assessments
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The CoachVouch take
Sheree coordinates a Midwest group of independent consultants that meets with admissions officers on a regular basis.
Best for families who want personal college advising and a neutral voice to settle disagreements over the college decision.
Common questions
How much does Sheree Gravely charge?
Coaching with Sheree runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Sheree from this page for an exact quote.
What does Sheree Gravely help with?
Sheree Gravely helps with building a college list that fits the student, finding schools for niche majors like musical theatre, physical therapy, pre-law and pharmacy, choosing colleges for students who want to play sports and getting feedback on college application essays.
Is Sheree Gravely certified?
Sheree Gravely lists: Professional Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA); College Counseling Certificate, University of California-Riverside; BA in International Relations and French, University of Virginia.
Does Sheree Gravely help students who want to play college sports?
Yes. She helps students who want to play sports in college look through their college options.
How do I contact Sheree Gravely?
Send Sheree a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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