Hear what our clients say about their experience with MCNAMARA CONSULTING’s trusted college advising and personalized admissions guidance.
“Rita was a great resource during the process of filling out college applications. She guided our son every step with highly qualified experience and knowledge in the field. She made us feel very confident about the essays and major selections. Our son received multiple UC campuses offers and selective state colleges. She even helped with making the decision of which college to attend. We would definitely use her service for our younger kids in the future!”
Beilei W. - Parent of Senior
“Working with Rita McNamara was one of the most impactful parts of my college application process. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly understand who I am—my experiences, my goals, and what makes my story unique. She didn’t just help me “write essays”; she helped me discover and articulate my voice in a way that felt authentic and compelling.”
Jake G. - Senior
“Mrs McNamara was such a great help in my experiences with both applying to college and for looking for scholarships. She honestly gave me so much comfort and good advice throughout what is usually a stressful process, the whole situation felt lighter. I applied to eight schools and was accepted into all of them, and I couldn’t have done it without Mrs McNamara.”
Gwen N. - Senior
“During my college admissions process, Mrs. McNamara’s guidance and resources allowed me to make better informed decisions about my future. Her selective knowledge about specific college programs and what they look for paired with her advanced writing skills helped me to refine my applications into final products that I was truly proud of. I am incredibly grateful to say that her services have directly led to my admission to my dream school of UC Santa Barbara, and I would highly recommend her program to anyone who values the future of their academic career.”
Will H. - Senior
“Rita has been an invaluable partner in guiding our son through the college planning process. She has helped him identify potential career paths, shape his junior and senior year class selections, and find meaningful summer and pre-college opportunities, while also keeping us organized and well-prepared as we move into applications and essays. What truly sets Rita apart is her depth of experience, her highly customized approach for each family, and the genuine connection she builds with her students. We cannot imagine navigating this process without her support and guidance.”
Erica R. - Parent of Junior
“In my search for a college counselor, Rita stood out because she understood my goals, gave honest advice from the beginning, and had a structured approach. She is accessible, reliable and thorough in her work, especially in her detailed action plans and when connecting me with opportunities that align with my interests. Through the stress of high school and college applications, Rita has provided exceptional insight and guidance and I cannot recommend her enough!”
Macaela S. - Junior
“Working with Rita as our college consultant has been an absolute game-changer for navigating California's competitive higher education landscape. We are currently in year two of our four-year journey with her, and her specialized expertise in the California colleges with an emphasis in the University of California (UC) systems has already given us immense peace of mind. Rita understands the distinct nuances, highly specific admissions requirements, and strategic positioning needed to stand out in these massive applicant pools. Trusting her early in the high school process has allowed us to build a deliberate, stress-free roadmap, and we are incredibly confident about the results ahead under her guidance.”
Rita was a great resource during the process of filling out college applications. She guided our son every step with highly qualified experience and knowledge in the field. She made us feel very confident about the essays and major selections. Our son received multiple UC campuses offers and selective state colleges. She even helped with making the decision of which college to attend. We would definitely use her service for our younger kids in the future!
Working with Rita McNamara was one of the most impactful parts of my college application process. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly understand who I am—my experiences, my goals, and what makes my story unique. She didn’t just help me “write essays”; she helped me discover and articulate my voice in a way that felt authentic and compelling.
Mrs McNamara was such a great help in my experiences with both applying to college and for looking for scholarships. She honestly gave me so much comfort and good advice throughout what is usually a stressful process, the whole situation felt lighter. I applied to eight schools and was accepted into all of them, and I couldn’t have done it without Mrs McNamara.
During my college admissions process, Mrs. McNamara’s guidance and resources allowed me to make better informed decisions about my future. Her selective knowledge about specific college programs and what they look for paired with her advanced writing skills helped me to refine my applications into final products that I was truly proud of. I am incredibly grateful to say that her services have directly led to my admission to my dream school of UC Santa Barbara, and I would highly recommend her program to anyone who values the future of their academic career.
Rita has been an invaluable partner in guiding our son through the college planning process. She has helped him identify potential career paths, shape his junior and senior year class selections, and find meaningful summer and pre-college opportunities, while also keeping us organized and well-prepared as we move into applications and essays. What truly sets Rita apart is her depth of experience, her highly customized approach for each family, and the genuine connection she builds with her students. We cannot imagine navigating this process without her support and guidance.
In my search for a college counselor, Rita stood out because she understood my goals, gave honest advice from the beginning, and had a structured approach. She is accessible, reliable and thorough in her work, especially in her detailed action plans and when connecting me with opportunities that align with my interests. Through the stress of high school and college applications, Rita has provided exceptional insight and guidance and I cannot recommend her enough!
Working with Rita as our college consultant has been an absolute game-changer for navigating California's competitive higher education landscape. We are currently in year two of our four-year journey with her, and her specialized expertise in the California colleges with an emphasis in the University of California (UC) systems has already given us immense peace of mind. Rita understands the distinct nuances, highly specific admissions requirements, and strategic positioning needed to stand out in these massive applicant pools. Trusting her early in the high school process has allowed us to build a deliberate, stress-free roadmap, and we are incredibly confident about the results ahead under her guidance.