Eclectic Education Consulting

Eclectic education is a philosophy rooted in the belief that every educational journey deserves thoughtful, personalized guidance. Every student has a story. Every educator has an impact. Every learning community holds the potential to thrive.

We partner with students, families, educators, and organizations through personalized consulting, tutoring, college admissions guidance, professional development, and research-informed solutions that build confidence, strengthen learning, and create meaningful opportunities for growth.

Who We Are

Guidance Built on Experience and Care

Every student, educator, and learning community arrives with a story already in motion. Educational systems offer the same finite set of rules to all, yet from those shared structures, infinitely many journeys emerge. That generative phenomenon is what compels us.

EEC exists to hold space for that story: to recognize what is already strong, to ask meaningful questions where growth is still possible, and to offer the strategies and encouragement that make the next step feel not only necessary but worth taking. 

We believe that learning is never finished, only deepened. When curiosity leads, momentum follows, and every learner, met with the right direction and the right effort, is capable of more than their current chapter suggests.

Dr. Anna Kim

Co-Founder/CEO

Professional Experience: 18 years in college counseling, 20 years teaching mathematics, and 5 years of research in educational leadership and policy

Student Acceptances: Cornell, UCLA, USC, Johns Hopkins, NYU, University of Michigan, University of Chicago, and other highly selective institutions

Education: B.S. in Mathematics for Teaching, UCLA; M.A. in Education, University of Washington Tacoma; Ph.D. in Global Leadership and Change, Pepperdine University

Areas of Expertise: College admissions, research, data analysis, and mathematics instruction

Frank Montes

Co-Founder/COO

Professional Experience: 6 years in college counseling, 5 years in SAT/ACT test preparation and professional development, and 10 years teaching English

Student Acceptances: UC Berkeley, NYU, UT Austin, UW, and other highly selective institutions    

Education: B.A. in Philosophy, UC Berkeley 

Areas of Expertise: College admissions, personal statement guidance and preparation, test taking strategy, and English instruction

What We Offer

Support Tailored to Each Student

  • For secondary school students and transfer applicants
    $8,500–$12,000 annual package

    Comprehensive college admissions guidance that helps students clarify their strengths, build a strategic profile, and prepare thoughtful, competitive applications with confidence.

    Services include:

    • Admissions roadmap

    • Application strategy, academic coaching

    • Test preparation guidance

    • Extracurricular planning

    • Essay support

    • Interview preparation

    Ideal for students seeking long-term support, structured planning, and personalized guidance throughout the college admissions process.

  • For grades 1–12 students
    $50–$100 per hour | $450–$900 for a 10-session package

    Personalized tutoring and academic coaching that supports current learning needs while building stronger study habits and confidence.

    Services include:

    • One-on-one tutoring

    • Study skills and habit-building support

    • Parent check-ins

    Ideal for families seeking academic support, homework guidance, test preparation, and stronger learning routines.

FAQs

  • We welcome learners of all ages seeking educational opportunities and academic growth. We provide grades 1-12 subject tutoring, as well as college, transfer, and graduate admissions guidance.

  • All sessions are currently conducted online, making it easy to connect from anywhere. As we grow, we plan to offer in-person sessions as well.

  • Tutoring is focused on ongoing academic support in specific subjects, billed hourly or through session packages. College consulting is a comprehensive, longer-term engagement (typically annual) that guides students through the entire college application process from school selection to essays to submission.

  • Simply reach out via our contact form or email. We'll schedule a free discovery call to understand your needs and recommend the right service for you.

  • We have clear cancellation guidelines outlined in our refund policy. Generally, sessions cancelled with enough notice are eligible for a full or partial refund. Full details are available on request or in your service agreement.

  • Our team is highly qualified with over 36 years of combined experience in personalized academic advising across public schools, private institutions, and individualized education settings. With an extensive background in school administration, teaching, and research, our academic services are highly curated to empower students in their academic journey.

  • Tutoring is billed hourly or through discounted session packages, while college consulting is offered as a comprehensive annual package. Exact pricing depends on your needs. Reach out for a free discovery call and we'll walk you through the options that fit your situation.

  • Yes. Many families start with subject tutoring and add college consulting as their student approaches application season or use both simultaneously if a student needs ongoing academic support while also preparing applications.

  • Yes. Our team is multi-lingual, specifically in Korean and Spanish, with a focus on conversational learning

  • Yes. We may offer scholarships, multi-student family discounts, and referral incentives. Please contact us to learn about current opportunities and eligibility.

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