Alix Markoff
College Counselor
Alix is a college counselor at Moon Prep. She enjoys working one-on-one with her students to ensure the college application process is completed smoothly. Alix is experienced with the complexities of choosing a college and provides invaluable guidance in navigating the admissions process. She guides students to create balanced college lists, dynamic applications that stand out by highlighting students’ passions, and impactful personal statements. Each year, Alix works with BS/MD and traditional students to help them achieve their college admissions goals.
Education:
Hofstra University
Masters of Science in Education, School Counseling
New York Counseling Certification
University at Albany, State University of New York
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Minor: Education and Political Science
Holds permanent School Counseling certifications in:
New York and Florida
For the past eight years, Alix has served as the IB Trained Director of College Counseling at an elite International Baccalaureate boarding school in Florida. She provides PK3 – 12th-grade students with academic, career, and college guidance. She follows many constructive philosophies on a daily basis, one being that the advising process should enable students to make positive academic choices within the context of forward-thinking planning, where interests, possible career choices, and personal fulfillment are carefully considered.
Alix has a tremendous passion for the college counseling field, and it is her goal to help every student find a university that is a perfect match.
Alix is active in the college counseling field and is a current member of the following organizations:
- National Association for College Admissions Counseling
- Southern Association for College Admissions Counseling
- Western Suffolk Counselors Association, NY
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars, NY
- Florida Council of Independent School Forum, FL
- College Board Forum for Educators, FL
- Chi Sigma Iota – Counseling Honor Society, NY
