THE WORLD CLASS DIFFERENCE
College counseling, not consulting. We utilize professional counseling techniques to get to know your student on a deeply personal level. By pairing who they authentically are with our extensive network of admissions leaders and high school expertise, we help them craft a compelling narrative that stands out to best-fit colleges.
We meet students of all backgrounds wherever they are in their journey, while also providing specialized guidance for:
Which high school classes should my teen take?
How can my child turn early interests into meaningful activities and leadership?
Is 9th or 10th grade too early?
Underclassmen
International Students
Can international students actually get financial aid or merit scholarships?
What actually makes an international applicant stand out to US colleges?
Degrees Abroad
Is earning an entire degree abroad actually cheaper than US college tuition?
How does applying directly to a foreign university differ from US admissions?
Jewish
Students
Will my child be safe showing their Jewish identity here?
Is there a active Hillel or Chabad on campus?
Could writing about Jewish identity trigger admissions bias?
Philly Locals
Can we meet face-to-face so my teen stays engaged and accountable?
Could I easily grab coffee or talk through updates with you in person?
Recent Acceptances
Amherst • Barnard • Berkeley • Brandeis • Brown • Bryn Mawr • BU • Bucknell • Cambridge • CMC • Columbia • Cornell • Dickinson • Durham • F&M • Florida • GWU • Georgetown • Georgia Tech • JHU • LSE • Maryland • Michigan • Middlebury • Northeastern • Nortwestern • NYU • Oberlin • Rice • Spelman • Tufts • UCL • UCLA • UMiami • UNC • UPenn • USC • WashU • Williams • Yale
and more!
93%
ADMITTED TO
THEIR TOP CHOICE SCHOOL AND
100% ADMITTED TO TOP 3
25%
ADMITTED TO
COLLEGES ACCEPTING
10% OF APPLICANTS
OR FEWER
3
TIME PRESENTER
AT THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
250+
COLLEGE CAMPUSES
VISITED IN
26 STATES AND
6 FOREIGN COUNTRIES
About
Rebecca Chabrow, Founder
Rebecca Chabrow is an accomplished college counselor with over 15 years of experience across public, private, religious, boarding, and international IB World schools, offering a sophisticated, data-driven approach to higher education admissions.
Grounded in her background in school counseling and interpersonal communication, she combines empathetic, student-centered guidance with early strategic planning and authentic narrative building to successfully place applicants into elite Tier-1 and Ivy League institutions.
Holding an MA in School Counseling and a UCLA Graduate Certificate with Distinction, Rebecca brings specialized expertise in Jewish campus life, international student admissions and pursuing degrees abroad.
Supported by innovative proprietary tools and first-hand insights from visiting over 250 universities globally and connecting with admissions leaders, she ensures every student finds a tailored path that honors their unique potential.
We've been recognized by
in their article, Virtually Possible: Locking Down The College Search In A Global Pandemic
in their November 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between a college counselor and a college consultant?
Unlike generic consultants who rely on assembly-line checklists, my approach is rooted in my professional counseling background. I focus on deeply understanding your child’s unique personality, values, and motivations to build an authentic, stress-free, and highly competitive application strategy.
2. When is the best time to hire a private college admissions counselor?
While we start working with families at any point in high school, starting in 9th, 10th, or 11th grade is ideal. Early planning allows us to strategically optimize academic profiles, develop meaningful extracurricular leadership, and craft a compelling narrative well before deadlines.
3. How does private college counseling help my child stand out?
We pair deep personal insights about your student with insider knowledge of university admissions. By uncovering leadership qualities and unique life experiences your child might overlook, we translate their authentic background into a compelling, high-impact application profile.
4. Do you help students applying to Ivy League and highly selective universities?
Yes. We have a strong track record of placing students at elite institutions, including Princeton, Brown, UPenn, Northwestern, and international powerhouses like Cambridge. We help students bypass generic essay tropes to present unforgettable narratives at any selectivity level.
5. How do we get started with World Class College Counseling?
You can fill out our website inquiry form or contact us directly by email at rebecca@worldclasscollegecounseling.com or by phone at (215) 326-9869. We respond within one business day to discuss your student's goals, answer your questions, and determine the best counseling roadmap for your family.