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Valerie Broughton

U.S.

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Expertise

I can advise high school students and their parents on every aspect of the college search, application, admissions and financial aid processes.

Experience in the area

Currently, and for the past ten years, I've served the Midwest as a private college counselor guiding hundreds of families and students through the college admissions maze, matching them with the colleges where the students will thrive and succeed. Prior to starting my own practice, I was a faculty member and administrator at several colleges and universities. Prior to completing my PhD. I taught high school math and was a guidance counselor at a community college.

Organizations

I'm a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association, a member of the Higher Educational Consultants Association, and the Minnesota Chapter of the Association of College Admissions Counselors. I'm proud of the fact that I've earned the designation of Certified Educational Planner.

Publications

Strictly High School was a publication for high school students and I had a monthly column in that paper. Copies of those articles are available on www.CollegeConnectors.com. I'm a regular contributor to the KARE 11 morning program where I discuss college admissions topics. Those clips are available on the College Connectors website also.

Education/Credentials

My bachelor's degree is in Math Education. My master's degree is in Counseling. My PhD is in Educational Research and Evaluation.

Awards and Honors

I was selected and participated in the Harvard University Institute for Educational Management and was supported by a Bush Fellowship for this program. The Duluth Chamber of Commerce selected me as a Leadership Duluth participant.

Past/Present Clients

You can see some testimonials from past clients at www.CollegeConnectors.com.

Average Ratings

Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	T	P	Comments
Albina	09/10/09	10	10	10	10	Thanks so much! that would very helpful
Aayush	08/04/09	10	10	10	10	Best Expert Here...........Really good . He knows .....
Jeremy	07/27/09	10	10	10	10
ben	05/20/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you very much

Recent Answers from Valerie Broughton

2009-10-14 What major?:

Joanna, Here's the advice I give to students who aren't sure of a major. Pick a subject you like, major in it, and get your degree. Once you have a degree, you can get on with your life. Why

2009-08-23 going out of state:

Hi Davon, First of all, I'm not sure what a prp high school is? If it's a college prep high school, then you probably have a college counselor who can help you get started. There are public

2009-08-13 Campus Living:

Hi, I'm impressed that as a junior, you're working hard on your college search. First of all, I worry when a student only has one school on his/her list. Especially if it's the kind of school

2009-08-05 Accredited for-profit schools:

Hi, I appreciate your carefully worded question. You've definitely been thinking hard about what's the best route for your future. We shouldn't lump all for-profit schools together. Some are accredited

2009-08-04 My chances:

Usually students take 5 courses per semester. On average each course is worth 3 credit hours. There are a total of 8 semesters in 4 years, fall and spring. Fall semester usually runs from Sept. through

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