MARK BECHTHOLD is an Independent College Consultant, ready to offer guidance to students (and their parents) throughout the entire college process.
- Earned College Counseling Certificate from UCLA (with distinction)
- Member of Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA)
- Fees are dependent upon services rendered and are negotiable
- Available for informative group presentations, customized to the needs of the audience
Happy holidays! I’m now welcoming new students for individualized college planning and admissions support. I’m an ethical, independent educational consultant and a member of multiple professional organizations. Reach out to learn more.
08/29/2025
I wrote a blog five years ago about a particular New York restauranteur who is a fan of Italian tennis players and can be seen in attendance annually at the US Open. His name is Giovanni Bartocci. Since this blog was written, he has reopened his restaurant, Via Della Pace, in New York's East Village.
When I attended the US Open in 2022, I was fortunate enough to dine at the restaurant and meet Mr. Bartocci. He is an inspiration for me, and his restaurant is the best!
I was watching today's US Open match between 24-year-old American, Jenson Brooksby and 23-year-old Italian, Flavio Cobolli. Cobolli won in a 5th set tiebreaker. Giovanni Bartocci could be seen in Cobolli's "Friends Box", cheering fervently.
Via Della Pace
"Just One Guy"... That Cannot Be Ignored Something unusual occurred within the last couple weeks. It was the actions of one man that made people take notice. The irony is that if you were in reasonable proximity of this gentleman, you...
02/27/2025
I was saddened early this morning to hear of Gene Hackman's passing. Among his many roles was that of basketball coach, Norman Dale, in the movie "Hoosiers", one of my all-time favorites. His role is proof that it's OK to be unconventional, and sometimes it even works. Bobby Plump, the real-life person that the character, Jimmy Chitwood is based upon, has said about the movie, "It's a reminder that anything is possible, no matter where you come from".
02/10/2025
Please feel free to contact me after viewing this low-budget Super Bowl ad on social media.
I help families reduce and manage the stress that can otherwise be typical of college admissions. I act as a coach, mentor, and cheerleader throughout the college identification, application, and selection process.