Why do families use an independent educational consultant?

Families hire independent educational consultants for multiple reasons. For some families, they would like more in-depth support navigating an increasingly complex process, or they may feel they need more direction than a school counselor can provide within their current caseload. Others may be interested in securing additional expertise related to a specific need, such as supporting a student with a learning difference, or finding a school that offers opportunities for a particular area of study or interest.

For admissions support, a college education represents one of the most significant investments you may make during your lifetime. If you take into consideration the personal and professional benefits associated with your educational path, finding a school that is the right fit is a wise investment. There are over 4,000 colleges in the U.S. and the current student to counselor ratio in public schools is approximately 500 to 1. The average school counselor spends about 30-45 minutes per student on college planning activities. In contrast, independent educational advisors focus exclusively on educational advising, bringing their expertise to the table to provide families with the personalized and intensive support needed to navigate a complex and competitive process. Ideally, independent educational consultants fill the much needed space for greater advising support. Our goal is to provide the right level of support through the admissions journey that will ensure a student chooses a school that is the right fit for them.