Kazue McGregor, M.M.
CERTIFIED educational planner (CEP)
Independent Educational Consultant
After a full career in the performing arts, Kazue McGregor brings her passion, creativity, mentoring and organizational skills to guiding students in the college selection and admission process. In 2011, she founded Exploring College Choices after earning a Certificate in College Counseling with Distinction from UCLA, that included a practicum in a Los Angeles public high school.
In May 2018, Ms. McGregor was designated as a CEP by the American Institute of Certified Educational Planners (AICEP), awarded only to professionals working independently or in schools who have achieved the highest level of competence in educational planning, who adhere to a strict code of ethics and professional practices, and are re-certified every five years. She is an active member of several professional organizations and enjoys mentoring younger professionals.
Committed to serving students and families with up-to-date information in higher education, Ms. McGregor actively pursues professional development through conferences, webinars, forums and regular campus visits.
Your Story, Your Path, Your Future
Providing student-centered guidance with care, heart and expertise.
Member of National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA)
Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA)
Western Association for College Admission Counselors (WACAC)
Founder & Owner, Exploring College Choices LLC
Certified Educational Planner
Independent Educational Consultant
University of Southern California BM, MM
Certificate in College Counseling with Distinction
University of California Los Angeles
“Kazue brought calm focus, clarity and an overriding optimism that was so needed at such a stressful, important time in our family life.”
