COLLEGE COACHING
Erin Jensen, MPA
LET ME BE YOUR GUIDE
It's a fact. The college search, application, and financial aid experience is overwhelming. You don't need to do it alone. In fact, I recommend you don't do it alone!
With over 15 years of experience in college recruitment and admissions, my goals as College Coach are simple:
Reduce your anxiety surrounding the transition to college (or between colleges)
Ensure you maximize opportunities to reduce the costs associated with attending college
Provide you with a foundation for success inside and outside the classroom
I'LL BE WITH YOU EACH STEP OF THE WAY
1
EXPLORATION
We'll meet to talk through your goals and preferences.
I will provide you with tools to create a list of potential options so you can compare based on qualities that matter to you.
2
ADMISSION
Not every application is easy to understand! We can look them together if you get confused.
I will provide feedback on any required essays for admission or scholarships.
3
BUDGETING
You're making an investment, but it still has to be affordable.
I will help you calculate realistic costs, understand the financial aid process, and identify scholarship opportunities.
4
ENROLLMENT
When you're ready, we'll sit down together to review your options so you feel comfortable making a final decision.
I will continue to be a resource through your first term!
HOW MUCH DOES THIS COST?
Having an expert guide you through the admission process has the potential to save you money in the long run. That said, I am committed to making sure a college degree is affordable for everyone, regardless of their financial situation - and that means making my services affordable, too. My rates are variable and unique to each student's individual situation, so let's talk.
ABOUT ERIN
Over 15 years of college admissions counseling and enrollment management experience at three public universities in the Pacific Northwest
Specialty experience working with non-traditional students: gap year students, working adults, post-baccalaureate, graduate, active/former military, formerly incarcerated, special needs, foster youth
In-depth knowledge of public higher education practices, funding, and admission processes
As a member, guided by the professional standards and ethics of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
Member of the Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC) since 2008
Executive board member: 2017 - current
Provisional member of the Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA)
Master of Public Administration: Nonprofit Management earned from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon
Bachelor of Arts in Visual & Material Culture earned from Western Washington University in Bellingham, Washington
Dog mom 🐾 , foodie🍴, coffee aficionado ☕️ , and Star Trek super fan 🖖🏼
DISCLAIMERS
Your privacy and confidentiality is paramount. All personal information shared with Golden Ratio Northwest, LLC will be stored securely and not shared with any third party unless you expressly give consent.
I cannot guarantee admission to any college or program, awarding of scholarships, or eligibility of financial aid.
I advise without bias or preference; every college is different for every student.
I am not a financial advisor and any advice related to financial aid or tuition is strictly for educational purposes. I recommend working with a financial advisor for any decisions related to investments, loans, or banking decisions.