PHILOSOPHY

I believe that each student I work with has a unique gift and purpose in life, and part of living out that purpose involves becoming prepared for it. Attending college not only equips students with knowledge in their respective fields of interest, the experience helps foster independence, discipline, perseverance, and ambition.

Whether the goal is to attend an Ivy League school or just to get into any school, I am deeply invested in helping my clients achieve acceptance into a college that will provide a fulfilling, meaningful future. With structure, strategy, and a systematic approach to managing the college application demands, I strive to relieve families of what is often a stressful time and instead empower them.

I am proud to say that my unique marketing expertise, along with my background in education, results in a competitive edge for my families and positive outcomes. 

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BACKGROUND

15+ years in public education as a certified high school English teacher and college admissions consultant 

• Proven success assisting students with strategic college application planning and essay writing
• Proven success with students of all abilities, including GT (certified), AP (Advanced Placement trained), and those with learning challenges

15+ years in the advertising industry including management, copywriting, marketing, and client relations

Bachelor of Arts
​Houston Baptist University
Major: English
Major: Communications
Secondary Certified
Gifted & Talented Certified
Advanced Placement Institute Rice University
Fundamentals of College Counseling Rice University

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Cassie Friend is a member of the Higher Education Consultants Association and subscribes to HECA standards of good practice.

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