Abby Friedman, MA.Ed, CEP

About

I am a Certified Educational Planner. I provide families with up-to-date knowledge and personalized guidance to demystify the college admissions process and find a good fit - academically, socially and financially. My goal is for every student to land on a campus where they are celebrated, challenged, and supported to grow.

I have lived and studied abroad and love introducing students to opportunities in Canada, the UK and the EU, where there are many low-cost, high quality bachelor's degree programs taught entirely in English. I also support students with applications to colleges and universities across the US. 

My services include:

• Transcript analysis and high school course planning
• Academic and extracurricular activity development
• Standardized Test Planning
• Customized college list development
• Cost and Affordability, including financial aid and merit scholarships
• College application guidance and review
• College essay writing and revising
• Transition to college
• Transfer

In addition to HECA, I am a member of NACAC (National Association of College Admissions Counseling), WACAC (Western Association of College Admissions Counseling), and NCAG (National College Affordability Group). I have an MA in Education from San Francisco State University and a Certificate in College Admissions and Career Planning from UC Berkeley.