Susan Graham
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Richmond, Virginia
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Richmond, Virginia, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Graham College Compass |
Susan Graham is an independent educational consultant in Richmond, Virginia. She helps students and parents with college admissions, from building a school list to choosing where to enroll. She has been an educator for decades and worked at The Griffin School. Her team has helped hundreds of students. She also guides families who want to apply to universities in the United Kingdom, which uses a different process from the U.S.
What Susan helps with
Susan helps students plan for college and get through every step of applying. She also helps families compare offers and decide.
- Building a balanced, best fit college list
- Choosing high school courses
- Making a standardized testing plan
- Writing essays from topic to final draft
- Preparing for college interviews and visits
- Applying for merit scholarships and financial aid
- Handling deferrals and waitlists
- Applying to universities in the United Kingdom
Who Susan works with
Susan works with high school students and their parents. Some start early in 9th or 10th grade to plan courses and activities. Others begin in 11th or 12th grade. Seniors who start late can get focused help with their list, essays, or deadlines. Families who want to study in the United Kingdom also work with her.
How Susan works
Susan starts with self-reflection to find each student's strengths, values, priorities and goals. Then she researches colleges and builds a list. Packages are set by grade: Early Start for 9th to 12th grade, All-Inclusive for 11th and 12th grade, and Senior Express for 12th grade. Every express package begins with a meeting and a review of credentials. Hourly sessions are also offered for a specific question. These are booked in one-hour blocks, and all advice happens during the session.
Background and qualifications
Susan Graham has been an educator for decades. She worked at The Griffin School before running Graham College Compass. Their team has helped hundreds of students with college admissions. Susan is a Professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association. She is based in Richmond, Virginia.
Susan Graham pricing
Programs and services
- Early Start package for 9th to 12th grade
- All-Inclusive package for 11th and 12th grade
- Senior Express package for 12th grade
- Hourly appointments
- Free consultation
Susan Graham reviews
The CoachVouch take
Best for high school students and parents who want full support from college list to enrollment decision, including the option to apply in the United Kingdom.
Common questions
How much does Susan Graham charge?
Coaching with Susan runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Susan from this page for an exact quote.
What does Susan Graham help with?
Susan Graham helps with building a balanced, best fit college list, choosing high school courses, making a standardized testing plan and writing essays from topic to final draft.
Is Susan Graham certified?
Susan Graham lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Susan Graham help with applying to universities in the United Kingdom?
Yes. She guides families through the different preparation and application process the United Kingdom requires.
Can seniors start working with Susan late in the process?
Yes. The Senior Express package gives seniors focused help with their college list, essays, and deadlines.
How do I contact Susan Graham?
Send Susan a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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