Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert College Admissions Consulting in Pittsburgh
Pollack Educational Consulting provides comprehensive college admissions counseling and academic support tailored to students at all levels. With over 25 years of expertise in education, including 15 years as a certified school counselor and 16 years as a private consultant, we specialize in helping students navigate the complex college application process. Our services encompass personalized college selection, essay development, test preparation, and academic planning, ensuring students present their strongest selves to admissions committees. We work closely with high school and graduate-level students, offering individualized strategies to address academic challenges, learning disabilities, or average performance.Our commitment to ethical standards and continuous professional developmentthrough memberships in organizations like IECA and PACACensures clients receive up-to-date, trustworthy guidance. With extensive knowledge of over 1,000 colleges and programs, we prioritize finding institutions where students can thrive academically and socially, while also supporting families through every step of the process.
Services
College Admissions Counseling
SAT/ACT Test Prep
Essay Assistance
Career Exploration
Academic Planning
Test Preparation
Graduate School Consulting
Parent Guidance Sessions
Student Tutoring
Workshop Seminars
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We provide 25+ years of experience in education and college admissions counseling.
- Our founder holds a Master of Education degree and Pennsylvania certification in school counseling.
- We offer comprehensive test preparation for SAT, ACT, SSAT, and ISEE exams.
- Our services include personalized college selection and essay development tailored to individual needs.
- We maintain memberships in professional organizations like IECA and PACAC to ensure best practices.
What people say
Improved test scores
Personalized attention
Successful college admissions
Effective essay feedback
Reliable and dependable
Services
College Admissions Counseling
Our college admissions counseling helps students identify institutions that align with their academic strengths and career goals. We provide step-by-step support for application strategy, essay development, and interview preparation. With expertise in understanding admission criteria, we empower students to present their unique qualifications effectively.
SAT/ACT Test Prep
We offer tailored SAT and ACT preparation to improve test scores and reduce anxiety. Our approach includes strategy-based instruction, practice tests, and targeted skill development. Students gain confidence through personalized lessons that address individual learning styles and academic needs.
Essay Assistance
Our essay assistance focuses on crafting compelling college application essays. We help students refine their narratives, structure arguments, and showcase achievements authentically. Through constructive feedback, we ensure essays reflect personal voice while meeting admission standards.
Academic Planning
We support students in selecting courses that strengthen college applications and align with long-term goals. Our planning includes evaluating transcript strengths, recommending summer programs, and optimizing extracurricular involvement to enhance academic profiles.
Graduate School Consulting
Our graduate school consulting helps applicants navigate competitive admissions processes. We offer program selection, application strategy, and essay editing tailored to specialized fields like business, law, and medicine, ensuring candidates stand out to admissions committees.
People
Connie Pollack
Founder & Lead Consultant
Connie Pollack has 25+ years of experience in education, including 15 years as a school counselor. She holds a Master of Education degree and certifications in teaching and school counseling. A member of IECA and PACAC, she travels to 20+ colleges annually to stay current on admission trends.
Questions
What services does Pollack Educational Consulting offer?
We provide college admissions counseling, SAT/ACT test prep, essay assistance, academic planning, and graduate school consulting tailored to individual student needs.
How can you help students with average grades?
We identify colleges that align with each student's strengths and offer strategies to highlight extracurricular achievements and personal growth in applications.
Do you work with graduate school applicants?
Yes, we assist with graduate school selection, application strategy, and essay development for programs like business, law, and medical schools.
Are there services for parents?
We offer parent guidance sessions to explain the admissions process and help families navigate college planning effectively.
What is included in the free consultation?
The free consultation assesses your needs and outlines how our services can support your student's college admissions goals.
How do you stay updated on admission trends?
We attend 20+ college visits annually, network with admission directors, and participate in professional organizations like IECA and PACAC.
