Galway College Consulting

01/23/2026

I’m proud to share that I’ve been elevated to Professional Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) - the highest level of membership.

IECA is the leading global organization for independent college consultants, and Professional status reflects demonstrated experience, ethical practice, and ongoing professional development. Grateful to continue serving students and families at the highest standard.

01/23/2026

As the Early Action and Rolling decisions come in, the wait and results can be a mixed bag of emotions. Some thoughts on that…

College decision season is emotionally complex. Waiting for decisions can create constant anxiety, and once decisions arrive, students often experience a mix of relief, disappointment, confusion, and self-doubt - sometimes all at once.These reactions are normal. College admissions decisions are not....

05/03/2025

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/01/business/college-tuition-price-consultants.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare

Schools turn to little-known consultants, owned by private equity firms, to find applicants and calculate scholarships. Here’s how that affects the price you pay.

03/30/2025

The wait is over! College acceptance letters are in, and now it's time to choose the right school. 🏫✨ Read our latest blog on how to make the final decision and what factors to consider. Discover more here: https://wix.to/oFf5C6Y

After months of applications, essays, and waiting, the college acceptance letters have finally arrived. Congratulations! Now comes the next big decision: choosing the right college. With multiple options on the table, it’s important to take a strategic approach to comparing schools, evaluating fin...

03/17/2025

Great news for those making $200k and under!

New effort ensures that more undergraduates, especially from middle-income families, will receive support.

03/17/2025

Congratulations to all of my students who have found their dream schools!! Ivy day is coming up next week - all decisions should be out by 3/27!! I am now signing up rising seniors. Contact me for a free 30 minute consultation to see if we are a fit -

Galway College Consulting offers college counseling and consulting with Independent College Consultant Kim Galway. We help students and families with the college search, selection and application process. We offer comprehensive services, as well as assistance with specific aspects of the application...

03/01/2025

An interesting read on what the landscape of college admissions looks like in 2025, taking into account AI, testing, and the "holistic review"

The college admissions process is undergoing significant changes, driven by technological advances, evolving policies, and a shift in priorities.

10/04/2024

Application season has finally started!! To learn more about your different application options make sure you swipe through! Check out www.galwaycollegeconsulting.com for more information!

06/01/2024

This week was full of surprising news. Marymount Manhattan College, a small private college in NYC known for their performing arts programs, was recently acquired by Northeastern University and will soon be known as Northeastern-NYC. The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA abruptly closed its doors, leaving students and faculty scrambling. Did anyone see this coming? When looking at schools, researching their financial viability is now a must - although it may be difficult to do.

A few metrics can shed some light, but the most important ones often remain hidden.

02/26/2024

To test or not to test...that is the question! While some schools are going back to requiring testing, others are continuing their optional test policy. An interesting article highlighting the debate:

Colleges are beginning to solidify their post-pandemic testing policies. Conclusions on the best path forward have been disparate and, at times, contradictory.

02/02/2024

High School Junior? Tips and advice here, for you!

As a high school junior, you may feel like college is still a distant reality. However, time flies, and before you know it, you'll be knee-deep in college applications. To make this process smoother and less stressful, it's crucial to start preparing now. In this blog post, we'll explore some valuab...

02/01/2024

https://www.npr.org/2024/01/31/1228082594/fafsa-student-financial-aid-delay?fbclid=IwAR1lUx-3sPFZG13VcG_4t10k_HM1oYvixNKrFiyuRHTLxJTbACK5URQM77M_aem_AdzdtFuIVgXgiGG8oHIL200GTV7VAgE9iVfoV0tM1nHzCIV6ygy3ere5hndQZLkcfI4

The department needs extra time to fix a mistake that could have hurt lower-income borrowers, but the delay means all students will have to wait longer for their college aid offers.