College Consultants of Colorado

Alissa Merage

Reach High Advising Steamboat Springs

Phone: 970-761-8368

The transition to college can be both exciting and daunting! With over 4000 colleges in the U.S. alone, most students don't know where to begin. By following a methodical approach, Alissa will guide your family through the college planning and application process. No two children are the same so the approach is customized for each student to identify their strengths and find colleges where they will thrive both academically and socially. Identifying college options that work within a family's budget is an integral component as well.

You will feel supported and reassured by working with someone who is integrally invested in your child’s welfare and success. With Alissa’s help navigating the new terrain, you can enjoy the journey with your student as they explore their interests, learn about themselves, and ultimately gain admission to a great fit college.

Alissa is a Certified Public Accountant.

Professional Memberships:

• Associate Member of Independent Educational Consultant Association (IECA)

• Rocky Mountain Association for College Admissions Counseling (RMACAC)

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The listing of any independent educational consultant on this website is not to be taken in any way as an endorsement or recommendation of any kind by the College Consultants of Colorado, or a warranty of any sort that the services provided will meet any standard of excellence.

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An independent educational consultant is a valuable resource for students and families as they plan for college and those seeking to hire an independent educational consultant should interview and find the person who will best meet individual needs.

In finding a consultant, parents are encouraged to ask about methods of keeping up with the higher education landscape (particularly personal visits to college campuses), membership in professional organizations, attendance at professional meetings and training programs, years of experience, academic degrees and training, and specialized training in areas such as learning disabled students.

Any implied or suggested "guarantee" of admission to any college is not sanctioned by relevant professional associations. Further, all fees should be stated clearly and at the onset of the consulting relationship.