Welcome to Polaris College Prep. We are an organization devoted to working with students who have aspirations towards higher education. We strive to match college-bound students to the school and degree program that fits them best. Starting with planning and tracking high school success to walking families through the tricky application and financial aid process, we can help. 

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What to expect when working with an independant educational consultant:

Independent educational consultants begin with an evaluation, to help your student identify strengths and weaknesses, as well as educational objectives, choices, and plans. 

Testing: When appropriate, the consultant will recommend testing for purposes of psychological or academic assessment. Consultants may either administer these tests themselves, or make a referral to other professionals for testing. 

Options: The consultant will work with your family to consider the full range of educational possibilities, and provide a broad selection of pertinent information for consideration. 

Advice: Consultants give students and families unbiased advice and recommendations based on their professional judgement of a student’s needs and abilities. IECA member consultants are compensated directly by their clients, and do not receive any compensation from educational institutions.

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