Suzanne Bingham Denney
College admissions consultant for high school students in grades 9 to 12
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | California, United States |
| Credentials | Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA); HECA 2024 Rising Star Award |
| Practice | Captivate College Consulting |
Suzanne Bingham Denney is an independent college consultant who runs Captivate College Consulting. She guides high school students in grades 9 to 12 and their families through the full college admissions process. Her work runs from getting to know the student to choosing a final school and adjusting to freshman year. The Higher Education Consultants Association gave her its 2024 Rising Star Award. She keeps the student in charge of the process and uses clear goals and deadlines.
What Suzanne helps with
Suzanne helps high school students and their families get through college admissions with a clear plan. She covers everything from picking classes to making the final choice of school.
- Choosing high school courses
- Planning productive summers
- Building a preliminary and final college list
- Planning college visits
- Getting strong letters of recommendation
- Brainstorming, reviewing and editing essays
- Preparing for college interviews
- Weighing affordability and making the final decision
Who Suzanne works with
Suzanne works with high school students in grades 9 to 12 and their parents. Her clients include international students, such as a student from Nepal who applied to colleges in the United States.
How Suzanne works
Suzanne takes students through the whole admissions process in a set, step-by-step way. She sets clear goals, keeps communication open and works to firm deadlines. The student owns each milestone and takes charge of the experience. The work starts with learning the student's talents, skills and interests. It ends with a school that is the right fit. She also offers advising for the first year of college.
Background and qualifications
Suzanne Bingham Denney is an independent college consultant and the founder of Captivate College Consulting. She is a member of the Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA). In 2024 the association gave her its Rising Star Award. Her services cover the full path from ninth grade through the first year of college.
Suzanne Bingham Denney pricing
Programs and services
- Full-process college admissions consulting for grades 9 to 12
- College list building
- Essay brainstorming, review and editing
- College interview preparation
- Freshman year advising
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The CoachVouch take
She guides students from ninth grade through their first year of college and won the HECA 2024 Rising Star Award.
Best for high school families who want a step-by-step plan from ninth grade through the college decision.
Common questions
How much does Suzanne Bingham Denney charge?
Coaching with Suzanne runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Suzanne from this page for an exact quote.
What does Suzanne Bingham Denney help with?
Suzanne Bingham Denney helps with choosing high school courses, planning productive summers, building a preliminary and final college list and planning college visits.
Is Suzanne Bingham Denney certified?
Suzanne Bingham Denney lists: Member, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA); HECA 2024 Rising Star Award.
Does Suzanne Bingham Denney work with international students?
Yes. One of her clients was an international student from Nepal who wanted to study in the United States.
How do I contact Suzanne Bingham Denney?
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