About Colleen

I have worked in and around education my entire adult life. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree. I was nominated as Student Intern of the year in my graduating class, and hold an Instructional II Teaching Certificate. I taught in private and public education before moving to Georgia in 2011, where I continued to coach and work with students while raising our two daughters with my husband. After several years of pro-bono editing college essays, I transitioned to private college consulting. I officially began working as an IEC in 2019.

Each year, I visit colleges and universities, attend professional conferences, pursue continuing education courses, and participate in professional webinars. I am a professional member of IECA, the Independent Educational Consultants Association, and a member of SACAC, the Southern Association for College Admissions Counseling.

I guide high school and transfer students through their applications in a stress-free environment. We work together on essays, resumes, the Common App, interview preparation, high school courses, and extracurricular activities, helping to form their ideal college/university list.

I use a step-by-step guide with my clients to find their ideal college/university fit. Together, we can build your child’s application using their voice to help them find the school where they will thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and professionally.

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