How can you help your student reach their greatest potential?
In the increasingly expensive and competitive college admissions process, families are often confused and stressed by the options, deadlines and hoops they must jump through. Relationships can suffer and the student may not end up at the best college for them. Pathways goal is to help the student find the "best college fit" possible. We strive to ensure each student will be in a place where they will thrive and flourish academically and personally. Our success isn't measured by the number of college acceptances a student receives. We measure success by seeing our students graduate from a college they loved with the capabilities and connections to make their goals and dreams happen.
How does PEC help your student?
From high school planning and organization to creating a college list, brainstorming essay topics, preparing for interviews and much more, students receive personalized and comprehensive guidance and counseling. You can relax and enjoy your student's high school years knowing your student will be supported and guided by PEC through out their entire college admissions journey.
Contact Pathways Educational Consulting for a free consultation today!
In the increasingly expensive and competitive college admissions process, families are often confused and stressed by the options, deadlines and hoops they must jump through. Relationships can suffer and the student may not end up at the best college for them. Pathways goal is to help the student find the "best college fit" possible. We strive to ensure each student will be in a place where they will thrive and flourish academically and personally. Our success isn't measured by the number of college acceptances a student receives. We measure success by seeing our students graduate from a college they loved with the capabilities and connections to make their goals and dreams happen.
How does PEC help your student?
From high school planning and organization to creating a college list, brainstorming essay topics, preparing for interviews and much more, students receive personalized and comprehensive guidance and counseling. You can relax and enjoy your student's high school years knowing your student will be supported and guided by PEC through out their entire college admissions journey.
Contact Pathways Educational Consulting for a free consultation today!
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Why hire an Educational Consultant?
An Independent Educational Consultant's (IEC) goal is to help college-bound students evaluate and choose a college, university or program that is the best possible match for the student. IEC’s have an extensive knowledge of many schools and can provide the individual attention the student and his/her family need to make such an important decision. IEC’s understand the ins and outs of the admissions process, including deadlines, essays, testing and the applications themselves. IEC’s can reduce stress for the student and family and offer an objective voice during what can be an emotionally charged time. Ensuring the best student to college match possible has many benefits. A great match can translate in to the best college experience—socially and professionally. A great match can save money because student finishes at one school. Changing schools can cause setbacks and increase the time spent in school to finish a degree (increased time in school equals increased spending of tuition, room and board and all the other expenses that go with college attendance). The student, at a well-matched school, can spend their time doing what they are there to do---earn a degree. The Numbers: A 2011 study showed that there were 4,599 degree granting institution in the United States, of which 2,870 were 2-year programs, 2,870 were 4-year programs and 2,422 were less than 2-year programs. IEC’s spend time visiting these institutions. A 2010-2011 study showed that the Student-to-School-Counselor Ratio to vary from 200:1 to 1,016:1 at public schools, with most schools being in the 300-500 range. North Carolina’s ratio averaged 375:1. The American School Counselor Association recommends a ratio of no more than 250:1. The US Average is 451:1, which is 11 times the average Independent Educational Counselor’s ratio. Utilizing an IEC is guaranteeing personal attention at its best. The average cost of a 4-year public institution per year for the 2011-12 school year was $16,789 and the average cost for a 4-year private institution was $33,716. To graduate, a student will spend over $67,156 to earn a degree from a public institution and over $134,864 to earn a degree from a private institution. Money spent now ensuring a great fit, means money saved later. References: http://www.schoolcounselor.org/asca/media/asca/home/ratios10-11.pdf https://www.iecaonline.com/PDF/IECA_State-of-the-Profession-Chart2012.pdf http://nces.ed.gov/fastfacts/display.asp?id=76 |
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Why hire Pathways Educational Consulting?
It was a joy working with Debbie! She helped our student understand the admission process and requirements for the college of his choice, and also helped him research other colleges. After Debbie’s counseling, he had a focused plan to maximize his chances of admission, and understood the timeline of the process. We had been feeling overwhelmed by the college admissions process, but now feel confident. We highly recommend Debbie for her knowledge and for her ability to relate to students and parents. ~Suzanne G., Durham What a wonderful resource! Debbie is focused on doing what is in the best interest of the student. She excels at creating an individualized and customizable counseling session. She was able to provide practical advice and strategies that helped our family, despite our son's learning disabilities. We are very thankful for all of her guidance. ~Jessica, Raleigh Debbie is thorough and incredibly knowledgeable, and works equally well with the college-bound and parents/guardians. And her warm, affable approach takes much of the pressure off of an otherwise stressful topic! ~Carolyn W., Chapel Hill Navigating this maze alone can be a confusing and overwhelming task for students and families. Debbie has been a source of inspiration and encouragement to us. Her clarity brought focus and wise strategy to the college search process. We especially appreciated her warmth and sensitivity to the needs and strengths of our student. Our time with her has been a wise investment. ~Ann C., Chapel Hill |