Susannah Files
College admissions counselor for students and families in Bethesda, Maryland
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Bethesda, Maryland, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Susannah Files - College Admissions Counseling |
Susannah Files is an independent college admissions counselor in Bethesda, Maryland. She helps high school students and their parents plan for college and move through each step of the admissions process. She has more than 20 years of experience. She works with families in the DC area, Virginia, North Carolina and across the US. She offers a flat-fee comprehensive package, one-time strategy sessions and a small-group option called the College Compass Program.
What Susannah helps with
Susannah helps students choose colleges, complete applications and find a best-fit school. She also works to lower stress for the family during the process.
- Choosing a best-fit college
- Planning each step of the college process
- Completing college applications
- Writing college essays
- Building a strategic admissions plan
- Understanding current admissions trends
- Reviewing a student's profile
Who Susannah works with
Susannah works with high school students and their parents. Some students want full partnership and collaboration. Others only need one strategic meeting to get on the right track. Families come from the DC area, Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina, and from around the US.
How Susannah works
Susannah offers several ways to work together. Families start with a free 30-minute introductory call to talk about the student's goals and timeline. From there they can choose a flat-fee comprehensive counseling package, a 90-minute strategy session, or the small-group College Compass Program. The strategy session covers the admissions process, current trends and a deep review of the student's profile.
Background and qualifications
Susannah Files is an independent educational consultant based in Bethesda, Maryland. She has more than 20 years of experience guiding high school students and families through college planning. She is a professional member of the IECA. Her work covers college selection, applications and essays. She serves families in the DC area and nationally.
Susannah Files pricing
Programs and services
- Free 30-minute introductory call
- 90-minute strategy session
- Flat-fee comprehensive counseling package
- College Compass Program (small group)
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The CoachVouch take
Offers flexible options from a one-time 90-minute strategy session to full comprehensive counseling.
Best for high school families in the DC area or nationally who want a customized college plan.
Common questions
How much does Susannah Files charge?
Coaching with Susannah runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Susannah from this page for an exact quote.
What does Susannah Files help with?
Susannah Files helps with choosing a best-fit college, planning each step of the college process, completing college applications and writing college essays.
Is Susannah Files certified?
Susannah Files lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Susannah Files work with families outside Maryland?
Yes. She serves families in Maryland, Virginia, Washington, DC and North Carolina, and also works with families around the US.
Can families get help without a full counseling package?
Yes. Susannah offers a 90-minute strategy session for families who need one meeting to get on track. A small-group College Compass Program is also available.
How do I contact Susannah Files?
Send Susannah a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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