Frequently asked questions

The time commitment varies based on individual needs, but we typically recommend regular sessions to ensure comprehensive support throughout the admissions process. This may begin as early at the 8th grade.

Over the past five years, all of our regular students have been accepted to at least one of their top five college choices. During that same time our students have averaged more than $500,000 each in merit scholarship offers.

We offer personalized college admissions counseling services, including academic profile building, application crafting, essay coaching, interview preparation, and extracurricular involvement guidance.

At Top College Coach, we pair each of our students with an Ivy League Student Mentor. This mentor has been through the admissions process with us recently, went through the interview process, and viewed their admissions file after enrolling. They are an invaluable resource for our students.

Using a college admissions counselor is an investment. Is it worth it? In 2023, US News published an article "How Much Is an Ivy League Degree Worth?" It found that a non-Ivy graduate made an early-career average of $58,643, while an Ivy League graduate made an early-career average of $86,025 - nearly 50% more. By mid-career, that difference grows to more than 60% more. While no college admissions counselor can guarantee admission at any school for your student, you can look at their track records and ask to speak to their references. You should also always ask for an online meeting with the counselor your student would work with. Far to often, students sign on with a big-name company, only to get paired with a newly-hired trainee. Your student's future is too valuable to gamble with. The national average for a college admissions counselor ranges between $5,000 and $20,000, depending on the depth of services needed, the student, and the family's budget. Believe it or not, some counselors charge more than $1 million for unlimited plans. Fortunately, Top College Coach has never approached that number, and we work tailor each pricing package based on the estimated hours needed, and offer convenient payment plans.