Quest College Consulting
5.0
(30)
From
Prospect Heights, IL
SinceAugust, 2021
About
Thank you for taking the time to peruse my profile!With more than two decades of experience working with families in public and private college preparatory high schools, as well as serving as an adjunct faculty member at a Midwestern university, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the table. My qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in History Education, a Master of Arts in School Counseling, and being a current certified teacher and school counselor with the Illinois State Board of Education.
As a seasoned expert in college admissions, I have personally visited over 150 campuses of top universities and liaised with countless admissions counselors. My reputation as an authority in this field has garnered quotes in well-known publications such as Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and U.S News & World Report, among others. I relish presenting at high schools and community organizations on topics such as academic, social, and financial considerations for college, including the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s Money Smart Week campaign.
What I enjoy most is matching students with universities that align with their academic and financial profiles. Having worked with highly motivated college-bound families, I am well-equipped to navigate the intricacies of the college admission process.
As an Independent Educational Counselor (IEC), I cherish the interpersonal connection with families that ensures the best outcome for each student. Over the years, my professional experience has enabled numerous students to realize their dreams, while families have achieved goals they never deemed feasible.
As a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Organization (IECA), I adhere to the organization’s ethical standards and adhere to college admission best practices.
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Daniel B.
We enlisted the help of a college consultant to guide my son through the stressful college application process leading up to the deadlines. We discovered Quest College Consulting/Tom through CrackerJack, and my son was instantly drawn to Tom’s personality, low-key approach and vast knowledge that facilitated the development and submission of his applications - a far better option than if I had been guiding the process myself. They developed an excellent working relationship, and Tom’s motivational approach was immensely helpful to my son, making it unnecessary for me to nag him regularly. I appreciated Tom's availability, his openness to parental feedback, and his commitment to ensuring the success of each student. For example, my son initially wanted to apply to only a couple of universities, but Tom encouraged him to apply to many more schools- eight or nine in the end- which is crucial in California where acceptance rates for in-state applications to public schools are notoriously low. Tom was also open to my feedback and discussions, often incorporating my thoughts into his conversations with my son. Though Tom’s service was somewhat expensive, the peace of mind and convenience was invaluable to us. I highly recommend Tom’s services to any parent looking to relieve their high schooler of the stress that comes with the college application process. Moreover, Tom is willing and able to help parents and students in evaluating college acceptances and financial aid opportunities, extending his invaluable services beyond the application process. Schedule a call with Tom, and you’ll be pleased with his outstanding work delivered painlessly.
January 10, 2022
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David W.
When we sought Tom's aid in my son's college admissions, he provided exceptional guidance throughout the entire process. Despite the intimidating nature of the task, Tom was well-informed in crafting a list of suitable schools and cooperated with us and my son to align his aspirations with his goals. His valuable advice made the otherwise formidable process much easier for us. We enthusiastically endorse Tom's services! My son was admitted to his preferred Boston school!
January 3, 2022
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Nicholas A.
Initially, we worked with a counselor for my son's college application, but we faced issues with her schedule and unresponsiveness to our messages and phone calls, which caused delays. Consequently, we had to wait for a week to receive a reply from her, leading us to search for a new counselor. Fortunately, we stumbled upon Tom, who was prompt and efficient in his communication through messages and emails. He offered extensive assistance to my son's application process, providing invaluable feedback on his essays and reminding him to send revisions for further review before submission. I enthusiastically endorse Tom's services.
January 3, 2022
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Jacob B.
Tom was incredibly supportive throughout my son's college application process, going above and beyond to accommodate our last-minute requests for assistance. His expertise was invaluable, and he provided extensive feedback that proved immensely useful. I am truly grateful for all that he did, and cannot thank him enough.
December 3, 2021
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Ashley J.
We have enlisted the assistance of Mr. Thomas in securing admission to college for my son. While we are only in the preliminary stages, we are thoroughly impressed with Mr. Thomas's wealth of knowledge and professional approach. Despite cricket not being his area of expertise, Mr. Thomas diligently gathered information for my son and demonstrated great attentiveness when listening to us. Despite his busy schedule, he made every effort to accommodate meeting times according to my son's schedule, demonstrating his flexibility. Our experience with Mr. Thomas thus far has been exceptional, and I will certainly update this review upon the conclusion of the college application process.
September 7, 2021