I am a former teacher turned college advisor who saw a need in students receiving support for the college application process. I received training from professional associations and UCLA to gain the knowledge needed to work with families. I graduated from Univ. of Maryland, College Park and George Mason University. I am currently licensed in Maryland with an Administrator in Maryland, where I currently reside. My current hobbies include: learning Spanish and volunteering.
Monique helps with…
Majors & Careers
Extracurriculars
Building a School List
Common App
Admissions Timeline
Maryland
3 years of experience
English
University of Maryland, College Park – BA | Government & Politics
George Mason University – MEd | Educational Leadership
PCACAC
First-Generation College Students
Students with ADHD
Students with Learning Differences
Fun Facts
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Describe yourself in five words
Inquisitive, Loyal, Thorough, Happy, and Positive
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Best piece of advice
Be Authentic
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Dream job
I am doing it!
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Favorite subject in school
Social Studies
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Favorite TV show
Abbott Elementary
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Favorite food
Pizza
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Hobbies
Reading, Cycling, Genealogy
My process
We start the process with who YOU ARE and end with WHAT School fits YOUR NEEDS
Packages
College Planning Package I - Freshman and/or Soph
3 hours
2-3 meetings with additional email or telephone consult, if necessaryReview of academic recordAdvice on course selectionRecommendations on extracurriculars involvement and summer activitiesTesting recommendationsAssist in creating a timeline for SAT/ACT TestingDiscuss how to make high school a successful endeavor
$420($140/hr)
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Cram Course Package - 12th grade only
20 hours
Includes the following meetings with student and parents: Review of transcript, SAT/ACT scores and resume | Provide comprehensive timeline for the senior year | Determine potential focus of study in college through interest surveys/assessments | Convene interviews with student and parent to determine college preferences | Career planning by administering career assessment and personality inventory | Provide guidance and organizational help with choices of college selection using interest surveys and assessments | Assist in essay brainstorming, as needed and editing of both common applications essays and one additional essay | Review of applications | Preparation of a selected list of colleges that is uniquely suited to the student | Advice on making successful college visits | Recommendations and practice for college interviews | Help with making final choice when decision letters are received | Provide financial aid and scholarship information | Provide follow-up contact
$2,600($130/hr)
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Comprehensive Package - Junior/Senior Year
36 hours
Includes the following: Review of prior academic transcript, SAT/ACT scores, and resume advice for high school course selection | Recommendations for extracurricular involvement | Testing recommendations (SAT or ACT, SAT II, when to schedule, is test prep necessary, etc.) | Provide a template for the high school resume | Provide a comprehensive timeline for the Junior and Senior year | In-depth interview on college preferences of both student and parent | Career planning by administering career assessment and personality inventory | Provide guidance and organizational help with choices of college selection using interest surveys and assessments | Assist in essay brainstorming, as needed and editing of both common applications essays and one additional essay | Review of applications | Preparation of a selected list of colleges that is uniquely suited to the student | Advice on making successful college visits | Recommendations and practice for college interviews | Help with making final choice when decisions come out
$4,500($125/hr)
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Advising hours
College admissions advising
$150.00 / 60 min
Set a focus for each session or get help with any aspect of the admissions process.