Shyamla Menon
College admissions consultant for high school students in Darien, Connecticut
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | Parenting coach |
| Based in | Darien, Connecticut, United States |
| Credentials | Professional Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA); Member, HECA |
| Practice | Menon College Consulting |
Shyamla Menon is a college admissions consultant in Darien, Connecticut. Shyamla gives academic advising and college consulting to high school students and their parents. Shyamla guides students from test strategy through building a college list, essay ideas, interview practice, and comparing final college choices. Shyamla's eighth batch of seniors graduates in 2022. Shyamla offers hourly help or a full comprehensive package, and the first consultation is free.
What Shyamla helps with
Shyamla helps high school students handle the college application process with less stress. Shyamla also helps families choose colleges that fit the student.
- Planning a test preparation strategy
- Building and adjusting a list of colleges
- Brainstorming ideas for college essays
- Practicing for college interviews
- Comparing final college choices
- Academic advising for high school students
- Keeping track of application deadlines
- Finding colleges that fit academically and socially
Who Shyamla works with
Shyamla works with high school students and their parents. Shyamla's services cover students from sophomore and junior year through senior year applications. Shyamla works with busy students who have many demands on their time and need help staying on track.
How Shyamla works
Shyamla builds a plan with the student so the student owns, directs, and carries it out. Shyamla's process keeps the student on track with many deadlines. Shyamla works with both the student and the parents to find several colleges where the student can succeed. Students can book hourly sessions or a comprehensive package. Shyamla reviews academic records and advises on course selection in the earlier high school years.
Background and qualifications
Shyamla Menon runs Menon College Consulting in Darien, Connecticut. Shyamla is a Professional Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and a member of HECA. Shyamla's eighth batch of seniors graduates in 2022. Shyamla works with students on academic advising, test strategy, building the college list, and the full application process.
Shyamla Menon pricing
Programs and services
- Hourly sessions
- Comprehensive college consulting
- Academic advising
- Free first consultation
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The CoachVouch take
Shyamla supports students from early test strategy through interview practice and the final college decision.
Best for high school students and parents who want steady support through every step of applying to college.
Common questions
How much does Shyamla Menon charge?
Coaching with Shyamla runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Shyamla from this page for an exact quote.
What does Shyamla Menon help with?
Shyamla Menon helps with planning a test preparation strategy, building and adjusting a list of colleges, brainstorming ideas for college essays and practicing for college interviews.
Is Shyamla Menon certified?
Shyamla Menon lists: Professional Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA); Member, HECA.
When can students start working with Shyamla Menon?
Shyamla's services include support for sophomores and juniors, such as reviewing academic records and advising on course selection. Shyamla also guides seniors through the application process.
How do I contact Shyamla Menon?
Send Shyamla a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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