Question 1

How much does college admissions counseling cost?

Accepted Answer

College admissions counseling costs vary based on services and grade level. PEAK Educational Consulting offers comprehensive packages from Base Camp (Grade 9 foundational planning) through Summit (Grades 11-12 full application support). Pricing reflects one-on-one personalized guidance, unlimited meetings, essay reviews, college list development, and ongoing support. Many families invest $3,000-$8,000+ depending on service level and timing. Schedule a complimentary discovery call to discuss your student's needs and receive specific pricing.

Question 2

When should I hire a college counselor?

Accepted Answer

The ideal time to hire a college counselor is freshman or sophomore year (grades 9-10) for strategic course selection and extracurricular planning. However, students benefit at any stage. Junior year is the most common starting point, providing time for college list development and essay preparation. Even seniors in fall of 12th grade benefit from focused application support through our Survival Guide program.

Question 3

What's included in college counseling services?

Accepted Answer

PEAK's college counseling includes personalized one-on-one meetings, academic and extracurricular planning, college research and campus visit preparation, balanced college list development, essay brainstorming and unlimited revisions, application strategy and deadline management, recommendation letter guidance, financial aid and scholarship strategy, and ongoing parent communication tailored to each student's grade level.

Question 4

How is private college counseling different from school counseling?

Accepted Answer

School counselors manage 376 students on average nationally, limiting individualized college planning time. Independent college counselors like PEAK provide one-on-one dedicated attention, unlimited meetings focused solely on college planning, deep knowledge of hundreds of colleges beyond rankings, personalized essay coaching with multiple revisions, and strategic guidance tailored to each student's unique profile.

Question 5

Do you work with students outside Naples Florida?

Accepted Answer

Yes, PEAK Educational Consulting serves students nationwide through virtual counseling via video conferences, phone calls, and email. Students across the United States receive the same personalized attention as local Naples clients. Virtual meetings offer scheduling flexibility and eliminate travel time. Local Southwest Florida families have the option of in-person or virtual meetings based on preference.

Question 6

What are your credentials and qualifications?

Accepted Answer

Elizabeth Burgon, M.Ed., founder of PEAK Educational Consulting, holds a Master's degree in Education and completed the UCLA Certificate in College Counseling program. She is an active member of NACAC, IECA, HECA, and SACAC. These professional memberships require adherence to ethical standards and ongoing professional development to stay current with college admissions trends and best practices.

Question 7

Can you help with student-athlete recruiting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, PEAK specializes in student-athlete recruiting guidance. Services include NCAA Eligibility Center registration, understanding Division I, II, and III requirements, creating recruiting timelines, developing coach communication strategies, identifying colleges with strong athletic and academic fit, navigating athletic scholarships, and balancing athletic recruitment with college applications.

Question 8

Do college consultants guarantee admission?

Accepted Answer

Ethical college consultants never guarantee admission to specific colleges. PEAK Educational Consulting focuses on helping students present their authentic best selves, identify colleges where they'll thrive academically and socially, and submit strong applications. Our goal is best-fit college matches where students will succeed, not just prestigious names.

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