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The College Money Chica Mentorship Program with Yaritza Gonzalez is a 1 on 1 personalized package to help students and families navigate the college admissions process. I use my expertise as a higher education professional and scholarship awardee to guide students on their journey. The goal of this program is to act as a supplemental guidance counselor and assist with the process of getting into college and doing it at a reduced-cost.
Highlights about my background:​
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A degree in Journalism and gifted at writing
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Completed Bachelors and Masters Degree on full-tuition scholarships
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Masters in Higher Education from Columbia University, Teachers College
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Won over $300,000 in college funding
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Worked for Hispanic Scholarship Fund for 5 Years and sat on scholarship committees
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Worked at Columbia University for 5 years and sat on scholarship committees
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Past mentees have received full-ride scholarships to University of Miami, Rutgers and Cornell. Have received numerous outside scholarships like the Hispanic Heritage Awards.
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What’s included in the program:
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Weekly Check-in Video Calls - Formal video calls where we discuss status of applications in depth
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Initial In-Take Meeting & Goal Setting - I will discuss future goals, review academic health of student, discuss college choice, and more.
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Essay Crafting - I will assist you in finding your story that will compel admission and scholarship committees. I will provide essay editing as needed.
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Scholarship Search Tips - I will provide strategic tips in searching for scholarships and edit essays as needed.
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Unlimited Text & emailing access - I work best through texting and email and am available at any time. I respond at my earliest convenience.