meet kathleen shipos

Kathleen Shipos,
founder of Blue Birch College Consulting

Blue Birch College Consulting was founded by Kathleen Shipos, an Independent Educational Consultant (IEC) dedicated to helping families navigate the complex and often overwhelming college application and financial aid processes. With over 25 years of experience working with children, teens, and young adults, Kathleen has served as a classroom teacher, speech-language pathologist, and assistive technology professional. Her background equips her with a unique understanding of students, enhancing her approach to college consulting.

Kathleen understands the stress that accompanies the college application process and strives to alleviate this pressure through step-by-step guidance and support. She empowers her clients with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions, ensuring a smooth transition from high school to college.

kathleen’s qualifications

Kathleen holds a BA in English and an MEd in Curriculum and Instruction from Boston College. She also has an MS in Speech-Language Pathology from Northeastern University, a certificate in Assistive Technology from the University of Illinois Chicago, and a certificate in Independent Educational Consulting from the University of California, Irvine. As an associate member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), she is committed to maintaining the highest standards in educational consulting.

Ready to learn more?

Book your free consultation call with Kathleen today. During this call, she will learn more about your student's needs and recommend packages, tools, and resources most beneficial for your family.

why blue birch? our pioneering spirit

Did you know that the birch tree is considered a pioneer of the forest, often the first to plant itself in open areas? Similarly, a student’s journey through the college application process is about exploring new options and possibilities.

The “Blue” in Blue Birch represents the depth of knowledge and the vast world of possibilities that awaits our clients. When your student chooses to work  with us, they choose to:

  • Create their own opportunities

  • See potential

  • Keep an open mind

  • Envision the “what if”

  • Develop and execute an actionable plan for success

what makes us different

We believe in flexible and affordable college consulting solutions for families. This is why we offer hybrid packages, in addition to comprehensive one-on-one support, to increase affordability with group meetings where possible. Our goal is to provide high-quality guidance that fits your budget and needs.

our commitment

At Blue Birch College Consulting, we are dedicated to providing personalized support tailored to your family’s unique needs. We pride ourselves on helping students see their potential and achieve their college goals. Whether you are just starting the college search or need help with applications, our goal is to make the process as seamless and stress-free as possible.

learn

Schedule your free, no-obligation consultation call with Kathleen to discuss your student’s needs in more detail.

Explore our hybrid, intensive, and comprehensive packages.

Enroll in our informative online course designed to give families an in-depth introduction to finanical aid and building a college list.