Tanya Keeney
Independent college admissions consultant in Massachusetts
| Hourly rate range | $130 to $300 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Massachusetts, United States |
| Credentials | M.Ed; Licensed school counselor; HECA member |
| Practice | College Pragmatics LLC |
Tanya Keeney is an independent college admissions consultant and the founder of College Pragmatics LLC in Massachusetts. She helps students and their parents plan the college search and application process. She is a licensed school counselor with 25+ years in higher education. She has helped over 1,000 students and has visited over 200 colleges. She uses a family systems counseling approach that includes both students and parents.
What Tanya helps with
Tanya works on the full college search and application process, from high school course choices to essays, interviews and aid. She also covers special situations such as disability support, gap years and transfers.
- Writing the college essay and completing applications
- Choosing high school courses
- Preparing for mock interviews
- Getting letters of recommendation
- Finding scholarships and financial aid
- Support for students with disabilities and ADA concerns
- Transfer admission and gap year planning
- Applying to honors, BS/MD and pre-professional programs
Who Tanya works with
Tanya works with students from grades 8 to 12 and with their parents or guardians. Her services are organized by grade level. She also helps students with athletics, disability needs, mental health concerns, LGBTQ+ concerns and interest in Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
How Tanya works
Tanya uses a family systems counseling approach. She works closely with both the student and the parents or guardians to build a college application plan that works for everyone involved. Her services are split by grade level, with options for grades 8 to 10, grade 11 and grade 12. She also offers customized hours and a free consultation.
Background and qualifications
Tanya Keeney holds an M.Ed and is a licensed school counselor. She has more than 25 years of higher education experience. She has worked as a school counselor, a college admissions counselor and a counselor educator. She has helped over 1,000 students through the college application process and has visited over 200 colleges and universities. She is a member of HECA and founded College Pragmatics LLC.
Tanya Keeney pricing
Programs and services
- Grades 8 to 10 services
- Grade 11 services
- Grade 12 services
- Customized hours
- Free consultation
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The CoachVouch take
She is a licensed school counselor and former admissions counselor who has visited over 200 colleges and universities.
Best for families who want a practical, ethical college plan that includes both the student and the parents.
Common questions
How much does Tanya Keeney charge?
Coaching with Tanya runs $130 to $300 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Tanya Keeney help with?
Tanya Keeney helps with writing the college essay and completing applications, choosing high school courses, preparing for mock interviews and getting letters of recommendation.
Is Tanya Keeney certified?
Tanya Keeney lists: M.Ed; Licensed school counselor; HECA member.
Does Tanya Keeney work with parents?
Yes. She works closely with both students and their parents or guardians using a family systems counseling approach.
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