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Mar 12 2008

Berkeley-based certified independent college advising open to all students, with
 
a special focus on young visual and performing artists. I offer highly 
individualized services and limit my practice to ten students per graduation 
year. Please visit my website at susanweberconsulting.com.
Susan Weber sw[at]susanweberconsulting.com 

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Jan 29 2008

''Terror seized me. It was the first day of first grade. With
my magenta Barbie backpack (purchased at a cool French
store) and my jean hat with flowers, I felt prepared for
anything...''                       -- Emily 2007
                                           
Dialogue. Characterization. Zippy writing. A strong voice. 

Each college essay provides an opportunity to craft a piece
of writing that tells a story, creates an image, draws the
reader in. 

It is a process that unfolds through numerous conversations,
deep thought, and countless drafts.

Moving through this process with high school students 
is my passion. 

20 years of experience coaching students on their 
college (and graduate school) applications. 

Shirley Tokheim, Ph.D.

B.A. English UC Berkeley
M.A. Education Stanford
Ph.D. Education UC Berkeley

North Berkeley office

 
Shirley Tokheim stokheim[at]gmail.com 

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Dec 30 2007

I work one-on-one to develop a long-term, comprehensive
schedule which includes all major deadlines (SAT, submission
of letters of recommendation, applications), and suggestions
(college fairs, scholarships, visiting campus, interviews)
in order to ensure a smooth application process.
Additionally, I tutor in SAT preparedness, and guide in
college selection, application development, and university
selection.

Weekly or biweekly tutoring only. I'm available weekends,
and weekday evenings on or around UC Berkeley main campus. 
Elana Nashelsky enashelsky[at]berkeley.edu 

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Nov 28 2007

Need help with college essays or interviews?  I can help!

I am an Admissions Consultant who has helped numerous Bay
Area students get into the school of their dreams.  My
recent clients are now attending Harvard, MIT, Columbia, and
Cornell, to name a few.  I work closely with students to
develop the best possible essays and to interview with
confidence.  Most importantly, I love doing what I do.

At Harvard, I was the Asian-American Coordinator of the
Undergraduate Minority Recruitment Program for
undergraduates, which included recruiting in person at Bay
Area high schools.  I have also been and continue to be an
active alumni interviewer for Harvard for the past 8 years.

My rates are reasonable and I am happy to provide
references.  I can be contacted at: hchang@post.harvard.edu.
Heather Chang hchang[at]post.harvard.edu 

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Nov 11 2007

I am an Admissions Consultant who works one on one with 
candidates applying to top tier schools, from college to 
graduate school. I am a three time Harvard graduate, with 
degres from the College, Business School and Kennedy 
School of Government. As a published author, I work with 
applicants to communicate their stories in a compelling 
way.

I help mine their life stories and pull out their unique 
experiences for the admissions committees. I work on all 
aspects of the application process, from essay 
brainstorming, to essay editing to interview prep. 
  
I charge very reasonable rates and can be reached aat 
akibasmith@gmail.com. 

Akiba Smith-Francis akibasmith[at]gmail.com 

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Nov 11 2007

College Admissions Advising - Personalized and Affordable

I help parents and students navigate through and enjoy the 
college selection and admissions process - to find good-fit 
colleges that parents can afford and where students will 
learn and be happy. 

My advising areas include organizational skills, reviewing
high school classes and extracurriculars, SAT/ACT planning,
college selection, and assistance with applications, essays,
interviews, and financial aid. I work at a reasonable rate
on an hourly basis, never a one-size-fits-all package deal,
tailoring my services to the unique needs of every student.
 
Feel free to contact me to ask a question or set up an
appointment.
Eion Lys eion[at]classroommatters.com 

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Sep 10 2007

Dear Parents: I can offer your child the highest quality 
professional tutoring in writing the college essay. I have 
been working with E.Bay students for the last 6 years, 
helping them compose original, distinctive college essays.  
I have had a career as both a college English professor and 
high school English teacher; I know very well what type of 
essays enhance an application and raise a student's 
profile. I have my PhD in English and my M.A.T. in English 
Education (Cal certified) and have published extensively.
   I help students ''mine'' their academic and extra-
curricular activities for the information college admission 
committes value. I guide my kids through the writing 
process, helping them select appropriate examples and 
offering stylistic suggestions as they revise. What emerges 
after several weeks of work are lively, appealing, and 
revealing personal essays. Many references available on 
request.
Jeffrey Segall
510.559.3569
jasegall@yahoo.com
Jeffrey Segall jasegall[at]yahoo.com 510.559.3569

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Aug 24 2007

I personally guide my students through every step of the 
college admissions process including college research and 
selection, comprehensive personal statement work, 
application timeline, resume work, and interview practice.

I am a Harvard graduate who comes from ''the other side of 
the desk'' with over ten years of admissions experience. I 
have worked in admissions at Harvard College, the 
University of Michigan, and UC Berkeley School of Law
(Associate Director of Admissions). 

I received my masters at Harvard (College Administration)
and a BA from the University of Michigan. I attended the 
Harvard Institute on College Admissions where I learned 
the latest tools and trends from Directors/Deans of 
Admissions throughout the country. 

I am passionate about what I do; I take great pride in 
helping my students find the right college fit.

Please contact me at: 
thewayinconsulting.com 
jkabat@thewayinconsulting.com 
415.609.1500 
Jennifer Kabat jkabat[at]thewayinconsulting.com 415,609.1500