
Cooper College Quest (CCQ), founded by Barbara Cooper, MA, MS, PD, EdD. guides high school students, transfer students, international applicants, and adults through the often- challenging college admissions process.
A recognized leader in the field of counseling and guidance, Dr. Cooper has over 3 decades of experience as a college admissions counselor, university instructor, high school assistant principal, and high school English teacher. Dr. Cooper helps applicants to assess and communicate their personal and academic strengths to ensure acceptance at “best fit” colleges. Her extensive knowledge about current trends in college admissions helps students gain entry to a wide range of colleges from Ivy League universities to local colleges.
Barbara Cooper provides students with customized one–on-one counseling sessions which address all issues related to college admissions, including:
Self assessment: Identifying academic and personal strengths
Time Management: Developing a strategic time management plan to optimize time and avoid last minute crises
Identifying the ideal college: Making wise decisions about college choices, including "dream" schools, "target" schools, and the early decision dilemma
Presentation of self: Effectively communicating goals, strengths and interests during the admissions process
Essays: Applying helpful tips and techniques to write creative and unique essays
Campus visits: Guidance on arranging and maximizing college visits
College interviews: Integrating tried and true strategies for successful college interviews
College Applications: Creating winning applications and successful outcomes