Tonica Johnson
College admissions consultant for students and parents in Morrison, Colorado
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Also coaches | Financial coach |
| Based in | Morrison, Colorado, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Cardinal College Planning |
Tonica Johnson is an independent educational consultant who helps students and parents plan for college. She founded Cardinal College Planning in Morrison, Colorado. Before that, she taught high school English. She has over a decade in education and has worked with hundreds of students and their families. Her work covers building a college list, writing applications and essays, and comparing financial aid offers. She also helps families pick a major and stay on top of deadlines.
What Tonica helps with
Tonica helps families choose a college, build a strong application, and plan how to pay for it. She keeps students and parents on track through the process.
- Building a college list
- Applications and essays
- ACT and SAT guidance
- Maximizing financial aid
- Choosing a major or career path
- Keeping track of deadlines and organization
- Paying for college without hurting retirement savings
Who Tonica works with
Tonica works with high school students and their parents. Families come to her when they need help choosing among the many college options, understanding what it takes to get accepted, and figuring out how to pay for college.
Background and qualifications
Tonica has over a decade of experience in education and has worked with hundreds of students and their families. She started as a high school English teacher. She saw that families needed more support during the college search and application process, so she founded Cardinal College Planning. She is a professional member of the IECA. Her goal is to match each student with a school that fits academically, financially, and socially.
Tonica Johnson pricing
Programs and services
- Free consultation
- Discovery call
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The CoachVouch take
A former high school English teacher who focuses on essay writing and on matching students to colleges that fit academically, financially, and socially.
Best for high school students and parents who want help choosing a college, writing applications, and lowering college costs.
Common questions
How much does Tonica Johnson charge?
Coaching with Tonica runs $150 to $225 an hour. Message Tonica from this page for an exact quote.
What does Tonica Johnson help with?
Tonica Johnson helps with building a college list, applications and essays, ACT and SAT guidance and maximizing financial aid.
Is Tonica Johnson certified?
Tonica Johnson lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Tonica help with paying for college?
Yes. She helps families analyze financial aid packages and ask colleges the right questions. Her aim is long-term savings without hurting retirement.
Does Tonica help with test prep guidance?
Yes. She offers ACT and SAT guidance as part of her college counseling.
How do I contact Tonica Johnson?
Send Tonica a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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