Susan Eschenroeder
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Virginia
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | North Chesterfield, Virginia, United States |
| Credentials | IECA member |
| Practice | Open Doors College Consulting |
Susan Eschenroeder is a college admissions consultant who helps high school students and their parents through the college search. She owns Open Doors College Consulting, an independent practice in the Richmond, Virginia area. She builds a list of colleges that fit each student, helps with essays and interviews, and supports families with financial aid and scholarship applications. She offers three plans, including a Senior Push Plan for seniors who are short on time.
What Susan helps with
Susan helps high school students find colleges that fit their needs and preferences. She also guides parents through each step of the process.
- Building a "Right Fit" list of colleges
- Planning and making the most of college visits
- Brainstorming college essays and reviewing final drafts
- Practicing for college interviews
- Choosing high school courses
- Planning for tests, including dates and preparation
- Finding and applying for financial aid and scholarships
- Deciding between schools after acceptance letters arrive
Who Susan works with
Susan works with high school students who are starting the college search, and with their parents. Her Comprehensive College Plan is for juniors and seniors. Her Senior Push Plan is for seniors who need in-depth help on a tighter timeline. Parents get support during the process too.
How Susan works
Susan starts with an in-depth interview with the student and parents to learn what they want in a college. She then makes an action plan with a timeline and reviews the student's past academic work. Her Comprehensive College Plan covers course selection, testing dates, college visits, essays, interviews, and financial aid. She talks with high school and college admissions staff when needed. She also checks in on the student's progress and well-being.
Background and qualifications
Susan Eschenroeder is the owner of Open Doors College Consulting, an independent practice serving families in the Richmond, Virginia area. She is a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA). Her work centers on college admissions for high school students and their parents, from the first college list through decisions once acceptance letters arrive.
Susan Eschenroeder pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive College Plan for juniors and seniors
- Senior Push Plan for seniors
- Three plans for high school students
Susan Eschenroeder reviews
The CoachVouch take
Offers a Senior Push Plan that gives seniors the full set of college counseling services on a faster timeline.
Best for high school juniors and seniors and their parents who want help from the first college list to the final decision.
Common questions
How much does Susan Eschenroeder charge?
Coaching with Susan runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Susan Eschenroeder help with?
Susan Eschenroeder helps with building a "Right Fit" list of colleges, planning and making the most of college visits, brainstorming college essays and reviewing final drafts and practicing for college interviews.
Is Susan Eschenroeder certified?
Susan Eschenroeder lists: IECA member.
Does Susan Eschenroeder help with college visits and interviews?
Yes. Her plans include help planning college visits and practice for college interviews.
What is the Senior Push Plan?
It is for seniors who need in-depth college counseling on a tighter timeline. It offers the same services as her Comprehensive College Plan.
How do I contact Susan Eschenroeder?
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