At College Channel, we believe that every student’s journey to higher education should be a path paved with confidence and clarity.
Our dedicated experts are here to demystify the college admissions and financial aid processes, guiding you through every step to ensure that you make informed, empowered decisions.
We pride ourselves on our personalized approach, taking the time to understand your unique aspirations and challenges while providing invaluable insights that transform uncertainty into opportunity.
With us by your side, you’ll not only navigate the complexities of college applications and funding but also discover the exciting possibilities that lie ahead, turning dreams into reality for you and your family.
Jan Lerner Esposito, M.A.
Certified Educational Planner
I started my career as a music therapist working with teenagers in the NYC Dept. of Social Services and then at the Jewish Guild for the Blind. As an adjunct professor at New York University and Molloy College, I worked with college students and found my passion to help young people design their future.
I made mistakes on my educational journey and transferred from George Washington University to the University at Buffalo, mostly due to the financial burden. Then, I took out loans to attend graduate school at NYU and earned my teaching certification and master’s in music therapy. I worked as a professional singer for many years. In fact, Tony and I first met as musicians in a band. I continue to sing in local chorales, practice yoga, share my love of reading in my book club, and love to garden. I also love being Nana to our three grandchildren.
I am committed to helping students find a college that fits them academically, socially and financially and assisting them in the application process.
Jan Lerner Esposito, M.A. CEP
Tony Esposito
Independent Educational Consultant
I am a first-generation college graduate who worked while attending community college. I transferred to Hunter College to earn my B.A. and started my own financial services business.
Jan and I are both independent educational consultants, members of the National Association of College Admissions Counselors, the NYS Association for College Admissions Counseling, and professional members of the Independent Education Consultants Association.
I am a born-and-raised New Yorker. My passions include education, counseling, advocating for students, playing music, gardening, yoga, and cooking. We lived in Manhattan, teaching and playing music, and then bought a home in the Long Island suburbs to raise a son and daughter. One graduated from RPI, and the other from Skidmore College. Our children are married and have given us three wonderful grandchildren.
Tony Esposito, IEC
6 Simple reasons why you should start working with an educational consultant.
By working with independent educational consultants, you take control of the admissions, scholarship, and financial aid process. Our assessments will help you understand where you are today and develop strategies for the future.
We Are Knowledgeable
This is our lifeblood. Our knowledge is based on fact. It is based on insights drawn from experience with different colleges, different schools, and different kids.
We Network
Most people make false assumptions about certain colleges and about the financial aid process itself. Assumptions must be shared so that realities are unearthed. It is not “cool” to know everything. It is “cool to be inquiring and share knowledge.
We Cooporate
We are part of a group that includes, at its core, counselors, college admissions personnel and financial aid officers. It is important to realize the inter-relations and cooperation that is needed to make a family’s educational goals a reality.
We adhere to ethical principles
This is so central to our mission. Many people think that if they fudge a little, no one will know. Please be aware that the educational community is watching. Carefully.
We recognize our responsibility and take it seriously
We have a responsibility to each student we see. We are hired for our wisdom, insights, and sound perspective. Our obligation is to find the best in our clients and give all that we are capable of giving.
We Keep Current
We have visited more than 150 college campuses and spend about 20% of our time annually to stay knowledgeable and up to date with professional training. This dedication ensures we provide the most accurate and current information to our clients, helping them make informed decisions about their educational futures.