Emily and her family on vacation in Pagosa Springs, CO.
Emily Schroeder, M.Ed.
College Consultant Associate
Emily Schroeder brings 15 years of experience in higher education and K–12 to her work with students and families. A former academic advisor and program coordinator at The University of Texas at Austin, she combines firsthand knowledge of the college experience with practical guidance on preparing for it.
Raised in a family of educators, Emily understood the value of education early but choosing her own major and career path wasn’t straightforward. That experience continues to shape her approach to advising. She helps students explore their interests, recognize their strengths, and make thoughtful decisions about where to apply and what to study.
Emily’s experience spans college planning, major exploration, academic advising, financial aid education, and the transition from high school to college. She is especially well suited to supporting students who are undecided or need help connecting their interests to academic and career opportunities.
Education & Credentials
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Bachelor of Science in Education — Texas A&M University
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Master of Education in Student Personnel & Higher Education — University of Florida
Texas Roots & University Experience
A native Texan and proud Texas A&M graduate, Emily brings a personal connection to Texas higher education alongside seven years of professional experience at UT Austin. Her educational journey also took her to the University of Florida for graduate school, giving her experience navigating university admissions as both an in-state and out-of-state applicant.
At UT Austin’s School of Undergraduate Studies, Emily worked closely with undecided students as they investigated majors, explored career interests, and developed academic plans. This experience gives her a valuable perspective on the questions students should ask before choosing a college and the preparation that helps them succeed once they arrive.
She helps families look beyond a university’s name to consider academic options, campus resources, community, and the student’s individual goals.
Professional Leadership & Engagement
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College fair leadership: Has coordinated Georgetown ISD’s annual College Fair for the past seven years, helping connect students and families with college representatives.
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Student and family education: Has facilitated numerous workshops serving hundreds of students and families on college planning, academic success, financial aid, and scholarships.
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National conference presenter: Has presented on mentoring strategies at the NACADA National Conference.
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Professional learning and collaboration: Participates in college admissions conferences, presentations, and campus fly-ins to expand her university knowledge and maintain connections with colleagues across the profession.
Professional Affiliations
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Texas Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC)
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Texas College Access Network (TxCAN)
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Austin Regional Counselors (ARC)
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NACADA — The Global Community for Academic Advising
Professional Experience & Impact
Emily began her professional career at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, overseeing programs and initiatives that supported students from orientation through graduation. She later returned to Central Texas, where she served as an academic advisor and program coordinator at UT Austin.
During her seven years in the School of Undergraduate Studies, Emily helped students navigate academic decisions and find their footing in college. She also facilitated First-Year Interest Group seminars, providing mentorship and teaching students about time management, campus resources, university traditions, and strategies for succeeding on the Forty Acres.
Working with hundreds of first-year students helped Emily recognize a gap between completing high school and feeling prepared for college. That insight led her to bring her university experience into the high school setting.
Today, as a high school College & Career Specialist, she guides students through postsecondary planning, including applications, testing, and preparation for life after graduation. Her work managing dual credit and college access programs also involves collaboration with college professors, giving her practical insight into the rigor and expectations of college-level coursework.
College & Career Advising
Emily’s areas of experience include:
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Major and career exploration: Helping students identify strengths, investigate interests, and connect potential majors with future career paths.
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Undecided students: Providing structure and encouragement as students explore their options and develop a clearer sense of direction.
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College research and fit: Guiding students as they evaluate academic programs, campus environments, resources, and opportunities.
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Application and testing planning: Helping students understand requirements, organize deadlines, and navigate the steps of applying to college.
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Financial aid and scholarships: Helping families understand available resources and the steps involved in pursuing financial support.
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Academic preparation and dual credit: Helping students understand college-level expectations and how their high school experiences can prepare them.
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College transition and readiness: Building awareness of time management, self-advocacy, campus resources, and the habits that support college success.
A Personal, Attentive Approach
Emily believes meaningful relationships are the foundation of effective college guidance. She takes time to understand each student’s strengths, interests, motivations, and concerns, then helps turn that understanding into a practical plan.
As a parent herself, she appreciates the questions families bring to the process while remaining attentive to the student’s perspective. One of her favorite parts of advising is seeing the “lightbulb moments”—when students recognize a new possibility, parents better understand their child’s goals, or a complicated decision begins to feel manageable.
Families can expect an approachable consultant who simplifies the process, encourages thoughtful exploration, and pairs clear guidance with a personal investment in each student’s progress.
Personal
Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children, whose schedules keep the family busy at baseball and softball fields. Together, they enjoy camping, exploring the outdoors, and visiting relatives in California, Colorado, and Georgia.
Emily also enjoys weight training, yoga, and live music.