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Site Menu... Home About us Undergraduate Admissions Graduate Admissions Career Development Resources Contact		Current facts... On average, each counselor in an American public high school is responsible for counseling 478 students. In California, the student / counselor ratio in a public high school is 951 to 1. The number of high school graduates will increase on the west coast by 17% in the next 5 years.
About Us combining experience and knowledge... *Donald Blodger* has a unique blend of experience and credentials making him highly qualified to assist families in selecting and gaining admission to the right school for their student. Former Director of Admissions and Assistant Dean at the University of California, Davis 25 years of experience in college admissions, career development and counseling Extensive knowledge in college planning and the college admissions process Familiar with the academic, cultural and social differences of most colleges in the United States as well schools internationally Knowledgeable in NCAA regulations and the special circumstances of homeschoolers Graduate degree in Organizational Behavior and an undergraduate degree in Psychology Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association His two daughters attended and graduated from UCDavis and Stanford University Donald spends time throughout the year visiting colleges and universities around the country and keeps up with changes in the field of education and educational consulting. See list of colleges visited by D.A.Blodger & Associates. List of Colleges Heidi Taghavian has a M.S. degree in Career Counseling from California State University at Sacramento and is a College & Career Planning Associate with D.A.Blodger & Associates. Experienced in career counseling and academic advising regarding academic majors and college course work. Skilled in personality and learning style assessments. Knowledgeable in college majors and career-related resources. Experience in working with high school and college age regarding career and life planning. our mission First and foremost, *D.A.Blodger & Associates* is committed to providing quality educational consulting services to families and students in meeting their educational objectives. We are committed to providing services tailored to the individual and collaborative in nature focusing on specific needs such as academics, finances, special talents and learning styles. We follow the principles of good practice as outlined by the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA). http://www.iecaonline.com/principles.html Please contact us to discuss how we might be able to help you meet your educational goals. Phone: 916.925.9020 or email us at dablodger@edu-counseling.org or htaghavian@edu-counseling.org		Our Partners... We have developed a network of partners and colleagues in the education and counseling fields to assist our clients. These partners include tutors, test preparation instructors, college tour guide organizations and summer academic programs. What People are saying... "We noticed a significant increase in confidence and motivation in our daughter shortly after working with Mr. Blodger. He helped her to find the best possible academic, social, and financial fit relative to her college choice." ---Dan & Deb J. "My wife and I are delighted with how you helped our son Alex prepare himself for his college applications and narrow down his choices to a short list of excellent universities that best suited him. You were able to help Alex determine what college setting would be best for him. He was accepted into four colleges and just started Pepperdine University this Fall and he (and we) could not be more pleased. Thanks again for your excellent guidance." ---Ralph & Marni H. "Every student, from the procrastinator (me) to the organizational genius, can benefit from Don's guidance and helpful tips. He has behind-the-scenes knowledge of the admissions process and used that knowledge to help me present my qualifications and accomplishments optimally. I was most nervous about the writing a strong essay, but Don gave me tons of constructive advice, resulting in an expertly advised, but personally composed, essay I could take pride in" --- Juliana Y. "As a non-traditional, re-entry student, I lacked the knowledge and confidence on how to put my best foot forward at some of the top 10 MBA programs in the country. With Donald's guidance I was admitted to every school to which I applied." --- Mike M. "I want to thank you for encouraging Laura and guiding her on what she needed to do to get into a great school. She took your advice on the classes to take, which organizations to join, publishing an article and participating in the summer internship. I believe your advice made the difference in her college acceptance and getting the scholarship." ---Linda D.
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