College Admissions Counseling Service
Expert Guidance to Ensure Wise College Choices
Education:
BA from Barnard College in English literature
MA from New York University in English literature
MS from Bank Street College of Education in Counseling and Guidance
PD from Fordham University in Administration and Supervision
EdD from Fordham University in Administration and Supervision
Professional Associations:
American School Counselor Association
Association for Supervisors and Curriculum Development
Council of Supervisors and Administrators of New York City
National Association for College Admissions Counseling
National Association of Secondary School Principals
New York State School Counselor Association
Phi Delta Kappa
Cooper College Quest (CCQ), founded by Barbara Cooper, MA, MS, PD, EdD. guides high school students, transfer students, international applicants, and adults who aspire to continue their education.
A recognized leader in the field of counseling and guidance,
Dr. Cooper has worked for over 35 years as a college admissions counselor, high school assistant principal, and high school English teacher. The key to Dr. Cooper’s success lies in her knowledge about current trends in college admissions as well as her ability to help applicants assess and communicate their personal and academic strengths. The goal of Cooper College Quest is to guide clients to choose “best fit” colleges, including “dream,” “target,” and “safe” schools. CCQ students have experienced outstanding success with this simple and effective strategy. Knowledgeable and experienced, Dr. Cooper remains independent of any colleges or universities.
CCQ provides students with customized counseling sessions which address all issues related to college admissions, including:
• Self assessment: Identifying academic and personal strengths
• The college search process: Making wise decisions
• Presentation of self: Communicating goals, strengths and interests
• Personal essays: Exploring passion, resilience, and curiosity
• Time management: Developing a timely college search plan
• Campus visits: Maximizing your college visits
• College interviews: Applying hints for interview success
A recognized leader in the field of counseling and guidance,
Dr. Cooper has worked for over 35 years as a college admissions counselor, high school assistant principal, and high school English teacher. The key to Dr. Cooper’s success lies in her knowledge about current trends in college admissions as well as her ability to help applicants assess and communicate their personal and academic strengths. The goal of Cooper College Quest is to guide clients to choose “best fit” colleges, including “dream,” “target,” and “safe” schools. CCQ students have experienced outstanding success with this simple and effective strategy. Knowledgeable and experienced, Dr. Cooper remains independent of any colleges or universities.
CCQ provides students with customized counseling sessions which address all issues related to college admissions, including:
• Self assessment: Identifying academic and personal strengths
• The college search process: Making wise decisions
• Presentation of self: Communicating goals, strengths and interests
• Personal essays: Exploring passion, resilience, and curiosity
• Time management: Developing a timely college search plan
• Campus visits: Maximizing your college visits
• College interviews: Applying hints for interview success
