Websites for IECs
and CEPs / CIECs / IECAs...
You've invested years into building your expertise and earning your college consulting certification. Now you need a website that truly reflects it, before the next batch of students arrive!
Why Brightstocking?
Amazing to Work With
"Amazing to work with and a final end product that really highlights and shows our business in the best possible way. Highly recommend them!"
Alyssa E., IECA // All About Admissions
Highly Recommend!
"It was clear that their goal was to ensure my website truly reflected my business. I highly recommend their services!"
Kathleen S., IECA // Blue Birch College Consulting
We Take Your Credentials Seriously
Before starting any website design for college consultants, we verify active membership or certification with organizations like:
- IEC: Independent Educational Consultant
- CEP: Certified Educational Planner
- IECA: Independent Educational Consultants Association
- HECA: Higher Education Consultants Association
- NACAC: National Association for College Admission Counseling
- AICEP: American Institute of Certified Educational Planners
- AIGAC: Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants
- CCC: Certified College Counselor
- ICEF: International Consultants for Education and Fairs
- ICC: Independent College Counselor
- EPC: Educational Planning Consultant
- CIEC: Certified Independent Educational Consultant
- ACAC: Association of College Admission Counselors
- GCC: Graduate College Consultant
- ICC: International College Counselor
Perfect Timing For Your Practice
Our clients typically come to us when they:
• Are completing their provisional IECA or HECA membership requirements
• Have earned their CEP and need a new or updated website
• Are transitioning from institutional to private practice
Leaders & Teachers Trust Us
When certified consultants need a website designed, their colleagues send them to us. Here's why:
We Know Your Market
We've built high-converting sites for IECA and HECA members. We understand how to showcase your methodology, tailor your messaging to the right clients, and position your services professionally.
We Bridge the Language Gap
We've learned your industry terminology and best practices. But our real value? Translating your expertise into language that connects with parents while maintaining your professional credibility. No marketing fluff – just clear communication that works.
We Deliver Results
From provisional members launching their practice to established CEPs refreshing their brand, we create websites that appeal to qualified clients and reflect your personality and professional standing.
Website Design in 4 Easy Steps
Lock In Your Package
Design & Development
(Build Day - Week 2)
MORNING MEETING WITH BEEGEE: BRAND IDENTITY & SITE DESIGN
AFTERNOON MEETING WITH ASHLEY: WEBSITE CONTENT & REVISIONS
REFINEMENT
Plan & Prepare (Week 1)
LOGO LAUNCH
CONTENT CREATION
Launch Support (Weeks 2-3)
SITE LAUNCH
POST LAUNCH SUPPORT
Our Promise: Every step is designed to capture what makes your practice unique while maintaining the professional standards your certification demands.
Your website,
by yours truly
Own Your Digital Presence
We set up direct billing for Squarespace, Google Workspace, and domain costs on your behalf—then hand over complete ownership. Many college consultants face charges of $1,800+ per year for post-build maintenance, plus extra fees for future edits. We believe in a better way—no hidden maintenance fees, monthly charges, or long-term contracts from us.
The IEC Packages
Just the Basics
$2,000
Perfect for pros who enjoy writing their own content...
but need a polished, ready-to-customize website template designed to showcase their certification and expertise.
What You'll Get:
- Squarespace account setup*
- Domain name purchase*
- 6-page professional Squarespace template with content prompts (home, services, about, contact, acceptances & privacy)
- Core branding kit based on your color & font preferences
- Basic SEO setup for better visibility
- Video tutorials & access instructions
Our Timeline:
1-week turnaround once we have everything we need from you
*subscription direct-billed
essential Launch
$3,900
Perfect for new practices who want help with content development
What You'll Get:
Everything in Just the Basics
+ 30-min 1:1 Site Strategy call
+ Scheduled 1-Day Website Intensive Build (you'll Zoom or call with Ashley & Beegee throughout the day as we build your site)
+ Website content & copy development
+ Fully mobile-optimized design
+ One full round of revisions
+ 7 Days post-launch email support
Power Pack
$4,400
Our most popular package
What You'll Get:
Everything in Essential Launch
+ Company logo (text-based)
+ Additional revision round (2)
+ Advanced SEO optimization
+ 14 days launch email support
THE COMPLETE SUITE
$4,900
For practices ready to grow
What You'll Get:
Everything in the Power Pack
+ Logo Icon & Favicon
+ 2-Day Website Intensive Build (for additional revisions and graphic design)
+ Social media graphics pack
+ Resource Center page setup
+ Email address and marketing integration*
+ Google Workspace setup and integration*
+ Newsletter template design
+ Email list formatting
+ 1-hr 1:1 Site Strategy call
*subscription direct-billed
Ready to chat?
If you think one of our packages might be right for you (or have questions), book a 15-minute Fit Call with Ashley today. No pressure—just a quick conversation to discuss your business goals and determine how we can best meet your needs.
Faq
We have found over the years that scheduling your website build works best for everyone is we all pick one day (or two, depending on the package you select) to build the website. We will schedule a day that is mutually convenient and we will be your dedicated website designers! You'll have us all to yourself, and we will Zoom or call and gather feedback, revisions ideas, and more. This intensive build strategy allows us to dedicate 100% of our attention to your website build and it eliminates the stress clients experience during the build process.
College consultants will prepare for the Big Build Day by gathering everything we need (testimonials, headshots, and specific service package details) in advance. We'll guide you through every step, but plan for 3-4 hours of initial preparation. Your Intensive Build Day (or two!) requires you to work with Beegee from 10 am to 12 pm on logo design, color selection, and the general feel of the website. From 1 pm to 4 pm, you'll work with both Ashley and Beegee as they build your website. We PROMISE this method results in professional, beautiful websites that are ready to go out into the world!
We typically secure a 20% first-year discount for you. Subscription costs vary based on your needs, ranging from approximately $220/year for Squarespace only to $430/year for a comprehensive package (including Google Workspace, domain, Squarespace, and email marketing).
We offer several logo and brand package options. The basic package features a text-based logo incorporating your preferred fonts and colors. The semi-custom package allows you to select from various design options. Our premium package adds two additional rounds of changes so you can get it just right. Most new college consultants find the semi-custom option provides the ideal balance of personalization and value.
You will! We understand your hesitation. We collect comprehensive information about your design preferences upfront and incorporate this into your branding and design. When clients question a design (which happens very rarely), it's almost always because they've involved new people after submitting their onboarding questionnaires. To prevent issues, please include anyone whose feedback you value during the initial questionnaire phase, ensuring we all remain aligned throughout the process.