Anna Rigali is a bilingual college and career counselor who has been working in the college counseling field since 2009, helping students and families navigate the college admissions and financial aid process with clarity and confidence. As a College Advisor with Method Learning, she works closely with students to make the college application journey organized and low stress for both students and parents. Anna enjoys getting to know each student’s personality and goals so she can guide them toward colleges and opportunities that are the right academic, personal, and financial fit.

Anna has worked in public schools and nonprofit organizations supporting students through college exploration, applications, scholarships, and financial aid. Anna K Rigali Resume_2024_06.doc She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish Language and Literature from Fordham University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology from American International College. Anna is a licensed school counselor and Spanish teacher in the state of Massachusetts, where she resides.

While Anna is confident about helping all students through the college admissions process, she has particular expertise in counseling students seeking admission to colleges in the Northeast, Massachusetts public college admissions, first generation college students, and financially aware college planning. She is also skilled in completing FAFSA and CSS Profile financial aid forms, conducting scholarship searches and applications, assisting with athletic recruiting, and providing thoughtful feedback on college essays.

Anna is a member of local and regional professional organizations for school and college counselors and volunteers with the Latino Scholarship Fund of Western Massachusetts. She attends training sessions throughout the year to stay current with changes and trends in college admissions and financial aid so she can provide students and families with accurate, up to date guidance.

Having worked with an extremely diverse group of students over the years, Anna understands that every student has their own interests, strengths, passions, and goals. She is committed to empowering students to pave their own path during the college process.

Anna enjoys traveling, reading, ice cream, coffee, and spending time outdoors.