MAY 6-8, 2024
IECA Annual Conference
Join us for the largest gathering of independent educational consultants in the world, May 6-8 at the Mohegan Sun Resort in Connecticut.
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Educational Consultants Association
Featured Event
ONLINE - July 22–26, 2024
IECA Summer Training Institute
Are you new to the independent educational consulting field or considering joining the profession? Our annual training program will set you up for success.
Learn About Independent Educational Consultants
Whether you and your family are seeking help finding a school, college, or therapeutic program, working with an IECA member consultant means having individual attention, flexible scheduling, and a commitment to finding the right fit.
What Is an Independent Educational Consultant?
An independent educational consultant is a skilled professional who guides students and families through the process of finding, selecting, and applying to a college, school, or program that is a good personal match.
Resources for Students
& Parents
Explore our free resources for students and families, including college visit tips, insight on what colleges look for in high school students, and more.
Types of Advising Available
IECA member consultants specialize in different types of advising: school, college, graduate school, and therapeutic. They also have expertise in learning differences/neurodiversity and international education options.
What’s New?
Our blog features the latest news and changes in the field of independent educational consulting, and highlights our association's work.
- Advocacy
IECA Urges Action to Ensure the Safety of Jewish Students & Faculty on College Campuses
This letter from IECA CEO Mark Sklarow and Board President…
- Athletes
The NCAA & Intellectual Property: The State of Play on NIL Reform
What is NIL, and how did we get here? Defining…
Featured Resources
IECA offers numerous opportunities for our members, admission leaders, and vendors to connect and learn about trends impacting education. We also provide resources to help students and families during the search for a school, college, or program.
- K-12 School
Online School Conversations: Winston Online
Networking + Career Growth
IECA Education
In person and online, IECA offers a wide array of professional development programs throughout the year.
CONNECT
Admission Reps & Vendors
Connect with our member independent educational consultants to share information about your school, college, program, or service.
ETHICS + ACTION
Advocacy
IECA advocates for the best interests of our members and the students and families they advise.
