Steve Cruz
Independent college admissions consultant in New York, New York
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | New York, New York, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Omega Educational Consulting, Inc. |
Steve Cruz is an independent educational consultant in New York who helps students and parents with college admissions. He works through Omega Educational Consulting, a concierge-style firm whose team has offered admissions services since 1998. The firm covers college, independent school and graduate school applications, and it also plans campus tours. Omega reports that 92% of its class of 2023 was accepted to top 100 ranked universities and colleges.
What Steve helps with
Omega helps students and families through the full admissions process, from choosing schools to submitting applications. The team also helps students manage stress along the way.
- Finding perfect-fit colleges
- Writing a strong college essay
- Choosing the best testing options
- Selecting high school courses
- Finding the right independent school
- Managing extracurricular activities for applications
- Applying to dental, medical, legal and creative graduate programs
- Handling stress and worry during applications
Who Steve works with
Omega works with students and their families applying to educational programs at every level. Clients include both domestic and international students. They apply to college, independent school and graduate school, and some seek post-grad career counseling.
How Steve works
Omega offers a concierge-style service with highly customized plans. Students get coaching, mentoring, administrative support and institutional insights. The team also teaches stress management techniques. Counselors can join students and families on campus tours. They schedule and arrange interactive visits so families see what each school is really like.
Background and qualifications
Steve Cruz is a member of the IECA as an independent educational consultant, based in New York. He leads Omega Educational Consulting, Inc. The Omega team has worked in admissions since 1998, which is more than two decades. Its counselors have handled several kinds of graduate applications, including dental, medical, legal and creative programs. The firm serves both domestic and international students.
Steve Cruz pricing
Programs and services
- College admissions counseling
- Independent school admissions
- Graduate school admissions
- Campus tours
- High school admissions counseling
- Post-grad career counseling
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The CoachVouch take
Omega is a concierge-style firm that has offered admissions services since 1998 and also arranges campus tours.
Best for families who want full support with college, independent school or graduate school applications.
Common questions
How much does Steve Cruz charge?
Coaching with Steve runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Steve from this page for an exact quote.
What does Steve Cruz help with?
Steve Cruz helps with finding perfect-fit colleges, writing a strong college essay, choosing the best testing options and selecting high school courses.
Is Steve Cruz certified?
Steve Cruz lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Omega work with international students?
Yes. Omega serves both domestic and international students.
Can Omega help with graduate school applications?
Yes. Its counselors have handled dental, medical, legal and creative graduate applications.
How do I contact Steve Cruz?
Send Steve a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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