Director of Counseling
Amanda leads our counseling team with over 10 years of high school counseling experience. She holds a Master's in Education with a counseling concentration and graduate certificates in Military & Family Education and Administration & Supervision (Educational Leadership).
Wonderful counseling and guidence. Amanda kept Colleen stay organized and on time. The essay coach was also incredible.
Parent of Colleen
York Community High School
University of Notre Dame
From our very first consultation, Hello College made us feel at home with their approach and their ability to help us! I would highly recommend them to anyone that is applying to a service academy or any other highly competitive institution. They build an entire profile specifically for you, so that you don’t miss any deadlines. They also spend time really getting to know you, so they can help you represent yourself genuinely. Because of them our son received appointments to both of the service academies he applied to. He is about to live his dream! Thank you Hello College! And special thanks to the two people who walked the entire process out with us: Counselor Amanda Yoder and Essay Coach Brooke Kent! Thank you for all of your diligence and care and for celebrating with us when we got the news!!
Parent of Dirk
Fairfield High School
United States Naval Academy
I have had Gina T. and Amanda Y. as my counselors throughout my college application process and they have been immensely helpful. From the beginning, both Amanda and Gina have been nothing short of understanding and supportive towards me and guiding me through the extensive application process. Specifically, Amanda has been incredibly flexible and responsive when it came to any questions and concerns I had- she was always able to answer questions in a way that worked for me, as well as working with me rather than against me to build the best application that correlates to who I am as a college applicant. She kept me on a schedule that I was able to follow- as well as giving me access to the notes and spreadsheets we had created together so that I was able to reference anything we talked about at anytime. Gina has been incredibly supportive in my essay comprehension journey as writing the essays is one of the most stressful parts of the application process. She worked with me to create outlines and develop ideas that strengthened who I was as an applicant. She was very responsive and dedicated when it came to my essays. All of her feedback and comments felt personal and positive as she really cares about how you build an essay that reflects you and your best abilities. Hello College has been a great experience and I highly recommend this program when looking to enhance your college application.
Student
Shorecrest High School
San Diego State University
Amanda has been a HUGE help to us as our son has been navigating the college application process. She’s guided him through summer internships and programs, came up with a nice list of schools to apply to based on his interests and campus ideals, and walked him through the common app at every step. We’d highly recommend working with Hello College and Amanda.
Parent of Ben
Downers Grove North High School
University of Michigan
Amanda has been our counselor for both my kids. She has been fantastic to work with, helping us with each step of the entire college process. I have been very pleased with the Hello College experience. As a very busy working professional myself, it was a bit overwhelming to figure out what to do when with regards to college planning. I think it was well worth the money spent to have peace of mind that you are doing the right thing at the right time in order to set your kids up for best success on the correct path for college/career.
Parent of Kelsey
Lemont High School
We had a great experience with HelloCollege. Amanda Yoder was wonderful to work with and motivating. Her guidance through the application and financial aid process helped keep us on track. The essay seminar and feedback process were immensely valuable.
Parent of Ethan
Newbury Port High School
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
Amanda Yoder is a dedicated college admissions counselor at HelloCollege, with over 12 years of experience as a high school counselor. She holds a Master’s in Education with a counseling concentration from Old Dominion University, equipping her with a deep understanding of the educational landscape and the needs of students.
But Amanda is not just your average counselor—she brings a unique perspective gleaned from her extensive military background. Her firsthand understanding of the challenges students face utilizing the GI Bill sets her apart. At HelloCollege, she has worked tirelessly to help these students, along with many others, find their way into prestigious Ivy League institutions.
What makes Amanda truly special is her warmth, organization skills, and genuine concern for her students. As many grateful families can attest, she goes above and beyond to keep everyone on track and well-informed throughout the application process. From workshops on essay writing, financial concerns, and the Common App to personalized guidance and support, Amanda ensures that each student receives close attention.
Amanda feels it’s crucial to take the time to get to know her students on a personal level. She’s not simply interested in their grades and achievements; she genuinely cares about who they are as individuals. This personalized connection allows her to provide tailored guidance and support, leading to success stories like negotiating fantastic financial aid packages or helping students stay on track with their tasks and goals.
At HelloCollege, Amanda’s dedication shines through. She’s there to answer hundreds of questions, ensuring that her students never feel lost or overwhelmed. Her caring nature and expertise create a supportive and engaging environment where students can confidently tackle the college application process.
Location
Chesapeake, Virginia
Area of Expertise
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