Tagged: "Denver"
Are SAT and ACT Tests Really Essential for College Admission?
As a follow-up to our series on standardized testing and test-optional colleges, you might be interested in this video by a father-daughter team who are acting out against the SAT. If you like what they have to say, you might sign their petition at ACToutagainstSAT.org. SAT + ACT = Unfair + Biased? from Sam Kauffmann [...]
Liz Beindorff Joins Montgomery Educational Consulting as Director of Operations
As the newest member of the team, Liz Beindorff can contribute her experience in management, communications, and organization, along with a social worker's ability to build strong, caring relationships with both clients and colleagues.
Educational Consultant Gives Family Hope
Mark, sorry for the delay of this but I wanted to thank you for everything you did for our daughter–and for Rob and me. To say we were lost is an understatement. You gave us such a wonderful gift- hope. Thank you so much and best of luck to you.
Our Son Needed Scholarship Money, and He Got It
Long story short, Sam applied to nine schools suggested by Mark, was admitted to all, and also offered a scholarship at every institution. Our only regret is that we did not engage Mark's services earlier. Our son's senior year could have been a lot more fun for us as parents, and for our son.
Gaming the Financial Aid System
Do you think you won't "qualify" for financial aid? Worried you won't be able to pay for college? Perhaps you need to consider learning how to game the financial aid system--or let an expert guide you.
Expert Educational Consultant in Colorado for Students with Learning Differences
Heather has been instrumental in my son’s success in high school and throughout the entire college process. She recommended appropriate colleges, and helped us determine which was the right fit for our son. We couldn’t have done this without her expertise!
Transfer Student Gets Great College Advice
I went to Mark for transfer admission help and he went above and beyond in delivering advice, taking both my personal and professional goals into consideration. His background in higher education allows him to offer a wide breadth of knowledge from the perspective of a professor, admissions officer, and parent.
Terrific College Counselor in Denver, Colorado
Mark supported our son in defining his priorities, selecting good schools that were a fit, and in the end making a college selection that we think is a win for us and our son. Mark’s terrific.
Amazing Educational Consultant
Our experience with Mark was AMAZING! His services are worth every penny!
Admissions Offices and the Campus Visit
The Information Session is an integral part of the campus visit experience. In essence, this is the “dog and pony show” of the admissions office. Each college runs these a bit differently. Sometimes you’ll have to sit through a slick marketing video (which is probably available off the college’s website, too). Sometimes, a student panel [...]
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Mark Montgomery
A former college professor and administrator, Mark Montgomery, PhD, is a college insider who can demystify universities and deliver solid advice to students and their families.
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Katherine Price
Katherine Price has over 10 years of experience in admissions and student affairs at selective colleges and universities that enable her to counsel students for success.
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Cara Ray
Cara Ray is a former admissions officer, and has a Master's degree in Higher Education. She enjoys helping students navigate their educational path, whether toward small liberal arts schools or large public universities.
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Juliet Giglio
Juliet Giglio, M.F.A, heads our upstate New York office. In addition to general college advising, Juliet specializes in working with aspiring performing artists. She holds a professional certificate in college counseling.
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Andrea Aronson
Leading our New Jersey office, Andrea Aronson holds an MBA from the Wharton School and is a candidate for a certificate in college counseling from UCLA. As a marketing expert, she assists all students in presenting themselves in the best possible light.
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Heather Creech
Heather Creech is an award-winning teacher who with over 15 years of experience in helping students with special needs transition from high school to higher education.