Frequently Asked Questions
What is an independent educationAl consultant (IEC)?
Check out our recent blog post “7 Reasons to Hire an Independent Educational Consultant.”
Why should i hirE an IEC?
Check out our recent blog post “7 Reasons to Hire an Independent Educational Consultant.”
Why should i hirE Kim?
Kim has been an IEC for over 20 years and is deeply integrated in the college admissions process. Her expertise will provide your student with industry insights that they can seldom experience elsewhere.
what is group coaching?
Groups provide a supportive environment in which students learn from each other as well as receive expert guidance from Kim. There is actually more contact and guidance with a group model than individual work.
What is one on one coaching?
Individual coaching is very specific to the student. Families schedule meetings as needed to review various stages of the process according to their needs. One on one coaching provides students with the opportunity to focus on their specific needs and desires during their sessions with Kim.
how do we connect?
Kim works remotely with students from all over the country, and meetings take place via Zoom. Once you schedule a meeting or register for a group coaching cohort, you will receive information about how to connect.
what is coffee with kim?
This is a free monthly webinar hosted by Kim on a variety of topics related to college admission. The focus is different each month to provide a wide range of information for families. Some past episodes have included essay writing, gap year programs, and managing stress and has included admission officers from TCU, NC State, Sewanee, Clemson University, The University of Connecticut, and more!
What is my role as a parent throughout the process?
Parents can be as involved as your family feels comfortable with, but the ultimate goal is to let the student lead the process. I always like to meet with parents during the initiation of our partnership and continue having follow-ups depending on the phase your student is in. Parents are usually more involved with 8th – 10th graders, and become a little less involved from 11th to 12th grade as they mature.
what are the students’ roles throughout the process?
Coaching works as long as the student is willing to put in the effort.
I will help your student to the best of my ability, but they do have responsibilities to ensure success:
Be present & participate during 1:1 sessions
Be open to expressing your true wants and needs to assure best match and fit
Be ready to have real & honest conversations about the college prep & admissions process
Complete college requirements & assignments on-time and to the best of your ability
Let Stodghill College Consulting be your partner in this journey.
Unsure about the process or what you need?
Let’s set up an intake session to evaluate and determine what is needed to help your student in the college planning process.