T E S T I M O N I A L S
Here's what parents and students had to say about us:

Parents
"Thank you for all of the input, advice, reassurance and caring you have expressed to Lindsay and us during these last months of her search, applications and acceptances to colleges. We appreciate all that you've done so very much."
"Your guidance and knowledge has proved to be invaluable. Nicole now seems much more focused and self-assured as to her goals and type of school she would like to attend."
"Thank you for all your help and effort during these last 12months - most of all your positive attitude with Anthony when he lacked the so much needed self-confidence."
"Ross's work with you was wonderful and I'm not sure we could have waded through all of the steps alone. I'm sure you know that you have a particularly refreshing and engaging way with kids which is a big part in your success with them. You probably make each one feel they are unique and exceptional people - something usually reserved from the mother. Thank you for encouraging, motivating and guiding Ross."

Students
"I came home from visiting my grandma today to find a big envelop from NYU and I'm accepted. I want to thank you SO much for all your help with the essay and just everything. It meant so much and I have no doubt about how much your help affected my acceptance. Thanks so much for everything."
"I want to thank you so much for helping me find Skidmore and get in. I'm so excited for college next year and I really think I found the perfect school for me."
"Thank you very much for all your help with the "wonderful" college process. I would have never known where to even start. I appreciate all that you have done for me and am forever grateful."

About Forbes Educational Consulting, LLC

"Our relentless attention to detail ensures nothing falls through the cracks. Our process transforms anxiety into opportunity."
— Alison Forbes

Alison Forbes, M.Ed., Educational Consultant

Professional Experience

  • Educational Consultant, Forbes Educational Consulting (current). Advise students and their families on college placements, facilitating appropriate matches.
  • School Consultant, University of New Hampshire. Offered curricular and teaching feedback in New Hampshire schools. Taught graduate level seminar for experienced teachers.
  • Instructor: The Essential College Essay, Portland State University, OR
  • Instructor: The Essential College Essay, Kittery Ed., Traip Academy
  • Teacher, Oyster River School, Durham, NH
  • Teacher/Intern Supervisor, Park School, Brookline, MA
  • Admissions Committee Representative, Park School
  • Admissions Interviewer, Connecticut College, New London, CT
  • Teacher, Brookwood School, Manchester, MA
  • Teacher, Dedham Country Day School, Dedham, MA
  • Admissions Committee Representative, Dedham Country Day School
  • Student Admissions Associate, Connecticut College

Education

  • Tufts University, Masters Degree in Teaching/English
  • Connecticut College, Bachelors Degree in English
  • Harvard University, Seminars for Educators

Partial List of Recent Conferences and Workshops

  • The New SAT
  • Trends in Admissions and Educational Consulting
  • Ethics in Consulting
  • Serving Students With Learning Disabilities and Other Needs
  • College Essays: The Current Skinny
  • Admission for Atheletes
  • Standardized Testing, Is it Equitable?
  • Summer Institute: A World of Difference: Diversity Workshop
  • College Advising
  • A Legal Roadmap for Consultants
  • Mid-Atlantic Colleges and Universities
  • Annual Conferences: Independent Educational Consultants Association
  • Annual Conferences: National Association of College Admission Counselors
  • Annual Conferences: New England Association of College Admission Counselors

Field Work

  • Visit over 150 colleges across the country each year to interview students, meet with Admissions Deans, and evaluate programs.

 

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