Susan Eschenroeder
College admissions consultant for high school students in Virginia
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
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| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | North Chesterfield, Virginia, United States |
| Credentials | Master's in Education, School Counseling, Virginia Commonwealth University (2010); Associate Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA); Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA); Member, Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling (PCACAC) |
| Practice | Open Doors College Consulting |
Susan Eschenroeder is a college admissions consultant who helps high school students and their parents find the college that fits best. She owns Open Doors College Consulting in the Richmond, Virginia area. She holds a master's degree in school counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has followed the admissions process since 2001, when her oldest child began applying. She tours campuses often and attends admissions conferences to stay current.
What Susan helps with
Susan guides high school students through the college search and application process. She also supports parents along the way.
- Building a list of colleges that fit a student's needs and preferences
- Planning and making the most of college visits
- Brainstorming and reviewing college essays
- Practicing for college interviews
- Choosing high school courses
- Planning for tests and test dates
- Finding and applying for financial aid and scholarships
- Deciding between schools after acceptances arrive
Who Susan works with
Susan works with high school students, mostly juniors and seniors, and their parents. Some seniors need in-depth help on a tighter schedule. Parents get support during the process too.
How Susan works
Susan starts with an in-depth interview with the student and parents to learn college preferences. She then reviews past academic work and builds an action plan with a timeline. She creates a "Right Fit" list of colleges for each student. She checks in on the student's progress and well-being through the process. She also speaks with high school and college admissions staff when needed.
Background and qualifications
Susan has been close to college admissions since 2001, when her oldest child started the process. She later earned a master's degree in education, with a focus on school counseling, from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2010. She is an Associate Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and a member of the Higher Education Consultants Association. She also belongs to the Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling. She tours college campuses often and attends national and local conferences.
Susan Eschenroeder pricing
Programs and services
- Comprehensive College Plan for juniors and seniors
- Senior Push Plan for seniors on a tight timeline
- Three plans for high school students
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The CoachVouch take
Susan pairs a master's in school counseling with frequent campus tours and firsthand experience guiding three children through college admissions.
Best for high school juniors and seniors and their parents who want a personal plan and a list of colleges that fit.
Common questions
How much does Susan Eschenroeder charge?
Coaching with Susan runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Susan from this page for an exact quote.
What does Susan Eschenroeder help with?
Susan Eschenroeder helps with building a list of colleges that fit a student's needs and preferences, planning and making the most of college visits, brainstorming and reviewing college essays and practicing for college interviews.
Is Susan Eschenroeder certified?
Susan Eschenroeder lists: Master's in Education, School Counseling, Virginia Commonwealth University (2010); Associate Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA); Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA); Member, Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling (PCACAC).
Does Susan Eschenroeder help seniors who are short on time?
Yes. Her Senior Push Plan offers the same services as her comprehensive plan on a faster schedule for seniors.
Does Susan help with financial aid and scholarships?
Yes. She helps students find and apply for financial aid and scholarships.
How do I contact Susan Eschenroeder?
Send Susan a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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