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WHY USE A COLLEGE CONSULTANT?

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Why Do You Need an Independent College Admissions Consultant?

1. “A house may be the costliest thing most families buy, but college--which is second--is far more important, because that investment affects their teenager’s future…”
Loren Pope, Looking Beyond the Ivy League

Independent educational consultants, such as Heather, are specialists in helping you make this important investment.

2. The college application and admissions process is very competitive and challenging.

3. Forty percent of students transfer after their first year of college. An independent college admissions counselor helps your child select and apply to the appropriate colleges to ensure the right “fit.”

I have identified the challenges of college admissions and I can help you overcome these challenges to make the process easier and the outcome more successful.

CHALLENGE I -There are over 3,000 colleges and universities in the United States and Canada from which to choose.

How CollegeGATEWAYS helps you:

Heather’s experience and knowledge of colleges helps her suggest schools which would be the right “match” for your child.

Every year, Heather visits a wide variety of colleges and universities across the country meeting with admissions officers and talking with students. She asks questions with her clients’ interests in mind and learns first hand about the academic culture and social atmosphere of each campus.

Most recently she has visited such schools as Marist in New York, Swarthmore in Pennsylvania, Bowdoin in Maine, University of Richmond in Virginia, Tufts in Massachusetts, Brown University in Rhode Island, Fairfield University in Connecticut and the University of New Hampshire.

CHALLENGE II - The college selection and admissions process is very competitive and time consuming

How CollegeGATEWAYS helps you:

Through individualized service, Heather can expedite the process to help families have a rewarding experience as they explore the world of higher education.

When working with a student, Heather’s research and knowledge of higher education complements the information provided by school guidance counselors.

Heather is always available by phone, fax, and email, and for personal appointments after school, weekends, and during the summer. You may choose to meet her in her office or in your own home.

Heather Ricker-Gilbert

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“ Heather - We are so thankful to have you as our partner in helping our son reach his true potenial. You were so positive in our meetings and I know Cliff felt very comfortable with you.
As a result of using your consulting services, our son applied to and was accepted to the college that was the perfect fit for him. He has had great first semester! I don't believe we could have managed this whole process successfully without your support every step of the way.”
Cynthia Thompson,
Hebron CT

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