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Founded in 1997, Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA) is a 1,000+ member 501(c)(6) not-for-profit professional association representing independent educational consultants from every region of the country and across the globe who focus exclusively on helping students navigate the college admissions process. Guided by HECA’s Standards and Ethics Statement for professional conduct, their members serve the college planning needs of more than 23,000 high school seniors each year. Many of HECA members also assist low-income students through pro-bono advice and volunteer service to nonprofit organizations and local schools.
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HECA members are experts on the college admissions process and have a first-hand perspective on the many different challenges and decisions that students and families face. From college affordability and financial aid, to assisting traditionally underserved students and campus safety, our members are great sources for what is happening today in the college decision-making process. HECA Community Representatives are available to share their expertise.
| HECA IN THE NEWS HECA Member Dale Price publishes "Three Tips for Back to School" in the Mint Hill Times, 8/15/18 HECA Annual Conference Session to Address Issues Facing LGBTQ Students, 6/11/18 |
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