THEIR COLLEGE JOURNEY IS ON THE HORIZON
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WILL YOU BE READY?
We wake up everyday and work to inspire young people to find out what inspires them.
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Our college admissions counseling services teach families how to prepare their children for a healthy and successful college search.
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Let's work together.
OUR STORY
A Better Way To Find a College
Dr. Thom Golden and his wife Bridget started Golden Educational Consulting to help everyday families succeed in finding the best fit college for them while placing an emphasis on family health and wellness.
Dr. Thom has studied the college search for decades, from the inside of some of the most selective universities, and he will tell you that which college you attend simply does not matter. Bridget’s background in higher education as well as association and alumni engagement also demonstrated that it’s not the actual college that matters, it’s the fit.
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Join our community of likeminded students, parents, and educators who are committed to a better way of searching for college.
WHAT WE DO
We provide ultra-personalized one-on-one college search coaching, teaching, and educational assessment to families all over the globe.
An online community of students, parents, and educators committed to the health and wellness of college searchers.
Personalized, one-on-one coaching by Dr. Thom and team. The single best way to apply to college
A proven prep program that saves time and money while increasing ACT composite scores an average of three points in a few weeks.
Our most popular coaching program, tailored to the needs of your student
​Upcoming Events
Sun, Sep 22GallatinSep 22, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMGallatin, 9F63+7V, 1040 Bison Trl, Gallatin, TN 37066, USADr. Thom will be presenting to the Bison Belles Dance Team at Station Camp High School covering a wide range of topics about searching for, applying to, and affording college.
Thu, Oct 03Location is TBDOct 03, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation is TBDDr. Thom will be presenting on the latest trends in college admissions and financial aid to the wonderful sisters of the Hendersonville/Gallatin chapter of P.E.O.
Multiple DatesSat, Sep 14Pope St. John Paul II Prep, JPII CIESep 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM CDTPope St. John Paul II Prep, JPII CIE , 117 Caldwell Dr, Hendersonville, TN 37075, USAThis Boot Camp is only available to students at Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School. The Stress Free ACT Boot Camp is designed for juniors who want to get an early start on ACT prep, as well as seniors who are looking to boost their scores.
Mon, Aug 26Beech High SchoolAug 26, 2024, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PMBeech High School, 3126 Long Hollow Pike, Hendersonville, TN 37075, USADr. Thom will be presenting to the Beech High School Cheerleading Team covering a wide range of topics about searching for, applying to, and affording college.
Wed, Jul 17Humbol, HendersonvilleJul 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDTHumbol, Hendersonville, 300 Indian Lake Blvd c 200, Hendersonville, TN 37075, USAHow to help your high school student find their ideal college without losing themselves (and without you losing your mind). REGISTER NOW - SPACE IS LIMITED!
Donna, Nashville, TN
"Thom was invaluable in making the college process less stressful for all of us."
Pam, Indianapolis, IN
"Ethical, informed, compassionate and clear, Thom & Bridget can help you and your college bound student clarify the selection and admissions process, saving time and reducing stress!"
Sherri, Chicago, IL
"Thom helped my daughter tell her story in a way that provided insight into who she is as a person and the unique aspects of her journey."
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GOOD GROWS TOGETHER
Golden Educational Consulting donates a portion of its proceeds to support organizations that promote adolescent health and wellness.
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