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Meet Dr Pamela Ellis

Dr. Pamela Ellis, The Education Doctor®, award-winning educator and best-selling author of What to Know Before They Go, has visited 500+ campuses to help teens find a college that feels like home and partner with parents to avoid overpaying.

After earning her BA degree at Stanford, she earned her MBA at Dartmouth, then received her PhD from the Stanford School of Education.

Over the past 5 years, 95% of her students have been admitted to their top choice colleges and recevied an average of $75,000 in scholarships.

We partner with organizations that are invested in supporting their teams while also making a positive impact in a rapidly changing world.

Compass Education Strategies collaborates with teams and organizations to help students thrive today — and into the future.

So much has changed since I was a senior in high school and applying to college that I just didn't really even know where my son should start. Because he's worked with the Compass team, he's confident that the skills and unique qualities that he has will shine through on his applications and essays and that he'll be competitive with other students. I feel confident that when my son submits his college applications, he'll be a great candidate for several schools. The Compass team really takes the time to get to know the students and families they work with. This allows them to make appropriate recommendations and serve as a guide with a wealth of information during this stressful process. They have a way of getting your student to take charge of this process, in an organized way, which ultimately saves time and relieves stress.
Carmen and Ira W
Carmen and Ira WProud Parents
Working with the Compass team was the best decision I made about preparing for college! The college application process can be stressful but the Compass team helped me through it step by step. They helped me professionalize my essays without bulldozing my ideas to help me find my dream college. The college process seemed impossible, but with the Compass team it was achievable because of their expertise with the process and extensive knowledge of colleges all over the country. They made the college process bearable for me. Now I’m at Rhodes, a school I love. I highly recommend their services, including for finding gap year experiences, which they assisted me with as well.
Tori L
Tori L Tiffin University
The Compass team not only guided me towards writing a unique and personal college essay, they also helped me learn more about myself. The entire college process is rough, but with the help and counsel of the Compass team, I was able to feel confident during interviews, have a solid personal essay, and an organized resume.
Daisy B
Daisy BMiddlebury College
The Compass team was really a blessing to work with. They provided calm, organization and encouragement.
Austin J
Austin J Princeton University
The Compass team's constant encouragement and advice helped guide me through my high school years! They encouraged me to apply to several educational programs over the summer to provide unique and interesting learning opportunities. Specifically, the Phillips Exeter Summer School was a really great experience and it really prepared me for college life! During the college application process, the Compass team was always available if I had questions and they helped me brainstorm and critique my essays. My decision to apply ED to Tufts University was an important one, and the Compass team's support was very important during that time. The Compass team is very invested in each of their students as they attended several of my orchestra concerts in Cleveland! Thank you for everything the Compass team!
Lauren H
Lauren H Tufts University
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Pamela is available as a keynote speaker on the following topics:

  • Don’t Let the Sticker Price Fool Ya’: What Parents Must Know About Paying for College
  • How to Find the Right College
  • BEFORE They Go: A Black Mom’s College Prep Toolkit in the Wake of Rona and Race in the US
  • 5 Key Lessons from Marathon Training to Rock High School
  • Keep C.A.L.M. (College and Accelerated Leadership Mindset)
  • Delegate or Die: 5 Keys for Women Leaders to Shift From Stifled to Successful
  • Don’t Hustle, Seek Harmony: 5 Keys for Women Leaders to Honors Their Best Self
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Bring Dr. Pamela To Your Organization

For groups large or small, Dr. Pamela can offer insight, professional recommendations and support on higher education.

I’ve been in education long enough to know that it can fuel or fizzle a spirit that wants to go to college to create a fulfilling career and life. I can also empathize with teachers, administrators and college admissions offices doing the best they can to help students succeed today.

Whether your group is large or small, from schools to churches to non-profits to conferences, I can speak to the concerns and goals of your audience.

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