K-12 admissions from the Starting Block to the Finish Line!

Kindergarten through Grade 12

With over 20 years of experience in K-12 private school admissions, Finish Line’s in-depth knowledge of the application process guides students and families from their first inquiry through to their final decision.

Foreign Students (F1 Visa)

International families can count on Finish Line to offer expert advice about SEVIS and the F1 visa process. We also provide ongoing support with the search for housing and summer programs.

Special Needs & Therapeutic Schools

Finish Line knows that students with challenges need a special guiding hand to help them find the perfect match – a school environment that will set them up for success!

My name is Billie Williams and I am the Founder and Director of Finish Line Educational Consulting. I have worked in K-12 private school admissions for over 20 years. My lengthy tenure at one of New York City’s top college preparatory schools gives me a unique perspective –  admissions from the inside out!

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Testimonials

  • "Billie Williams is a highly skilled and knowledgeable professional. We had complete trust in her as she helped us successfully navigate very challenging student visa issues. Five Afghan girls now have the opportunity of a lifetime to study in the United States in large part because of Billie’s adept handling and execution in several critical areas. We can’t thank Billie enough for her assistance!"

    Megan Ortagus Ahmen
    Co-Founder, Afghan Girls Rising

  • "Billie is an intelligent, motivated, conscientious and professional individual….welcoming and knowledgeable when speaking with prospective parents. I recommend her without reservation."

    Constance Schaefer
    Assistant Director of Admissions, The Birch Wathen Lenox School

  • "Whether private or public, Billie Williams' expertise in school admissions guides parents and students toward their educational goals."

    Odette Duggan
    Nightingale-Bamford School Parent

  • “Finish Line Educational Consulting expertly guided my family through the admissions process in NYC’s top private schools. The “hand-holding” made us feel calm throughout - and we were thrilled with the result!”

    Olga Rostov
    NYC Private School Parent

  • “Billie was able to warmly and knowledgeably communicate via phone, online, or in person with applicants and families about admissions…”

    JK
    Admissions Director, NYC