Meggan has over 20 years of experience in college counseling. She started her professional career working on the college side as a college admissions counselor. Working for both a small private college and then a larger public university gave Meggan a unique outlook on what colleges are looking for in prospective students. After eight years on the college side, Meggan worked as a high school counselor for another six years, guiding many students and families through the college process. Meggan earned her undergraduate degree from Bradley University (Peoria, IL) and her M.S.Ed. from Northern Illinois University (DeKalb, IL). She is an active member of both RMACAC and NACAC, has served on IACAC, RMACAC, and NACAC committees, served as the Co-Chair for Jefferson County’s College Counseling Committee, and has presented at professional conferences. She enjoys staying active in the field and continuously learning, as the college search and selection process continues to change.
Description of Services : We believe students and families deserve experienced, caring, professional guidance while navigating the college search and selection process. There is a wealth of information at your fingertips throughout this process, which can be difficult to sort through and can create more stress and anxiety. Mike Deutsch & Meggan Mattson are experts in the field. We will listen to your needs and wants and help you navigate the college process with honesty and integrity. We want you to be smart consumers. Our main goal is to guide you and give you the tools that lead to a happy, fulfilling, successful college experience. You (the student) must be an active participant in this process in order to find your best college fit.
Description of Experience : I worked as an admissions counselor at Benedictine University for two years. From there, I went to Northern Michigan University and worked as a regional admissions counselor and Assistant Director of Admissions in Chicago. After leaving NMU, I switched to the high school side of the desk. I worked as a high school counselor in Colorado for six years before opening my independent college consulting business.