IEC Business Coaching &
The College Options Network
Work with Katelyn Gleason Klapper, CEP
A Legacy of Leadership in College Consulting
After 15 years in higher education and college counseling, Katelyn transformed her passion for college admissions into College Options, building a thriving independent educational consulting practice that continues to evolve. Her journey from joining an established team to founding her own business has given her unique insights into various practice models and growth strategies.
Professional Development Leadership
Katelyn has dedicated more than a decade to mentoring colleagues and educating the next generation of independent educational consultants. As an distinguished instructor for the UC Irvine IEC practicum course since 2015, she has guided more than 450 IECs through business development, ethical practices, and sustainable growth strategies.
Recent Leadership & Training Experience
Distinguished Instructor, UC Irvine, Certificate in Independent Educational Consulting (2015-Present)
Coach Training EDU, Executive Life Coaching Certification Program
Former Chair & Past-Chair, AICEP (2019-22, 2022-24)
Faculty, IECA Summer Training Institute (2021 - 24)
Board Member & Standards and Ethics Chair, HECA (2016–19)
Business Coaching Services
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3-Session IEC Package
Transform your practice with focused expert guidance:
Comprehensive process planning and efficiency
Budget/income planning and pricing strategies
Service package development
Marketing and brand analysis
College counseling curriculum refinement
Growth models and hiring considerations
Compensation models and team management
Practice transitions and scaling
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Additional Services
Katelyn can also assist you with:
Collaborative List Development Services
Executive Life Coaching Sessions
Staff Training Webinars
Customized Packages & Hourly Sessions
Join the College Options Network
The College Options Network represents a carefully curated community of independent educational consultants who share the College Options commitment to ethical practice and excellence in college counseling.
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We accept a limited number of independent educational consultants to this subscription collaborative. Network members all have an established practice and demonstrate:
Proven experience in college counseling, admissions or education
Commitment to ethical practices
Dedication to ongoing professional development through association memberships & training
Willingness to collaborate as a member of the Network
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Professional referral relationships
Collaborative learning opportunities
Shared resources and best practices
Professional development support
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Due to our commitment to maintaining the highest standards, we review applications on a selective basis. Interested consultants should have an invitation to apply or:
Minimum of 3 years of college counseling or admissions experience
Professional certificate, professional association training program and/or related Masters degree
Strong references from industry colleagues
Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices