How much does it cost to hire a U.S. admissions consultant?

There’s no flat fee plastered across the industry—it really depends on what you need. Most consultants offer two main pricing models: hourly rates for focused support (think SAT tutoring, personal statement editing, or interview prep) or comprehensive packages that span one to three years and cover everything from academic planning to final submission clicks.

What affects the price? Experience, results, and how hands-on the service is. A consultant with a strong track record of placing students at Ivy League schools or elite U.S. boarding schools, like Allen Koh at Cardinal Education, will charge more for that level of strategy and insight.

Families in Switzerland often opt for longer-term planning because they’re dealing with different academic systems, unfamiliar deadlines, and a whole new admissions culture. It’s not cheap, but for many families, it’s an essential investment.