Abigail H.

Abigail Hagan

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STEM PhD Application Expert: 50+ students into top programs: Ivy, UCs, etcs

11,895 min coached

305 followers

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Studied at Harvard Business School

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Works at PwC

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Abigail's Coaching Offerings

Custom hourly · $149/hr

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Abigail’s PhD Programs Qualifications

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Abigail has helped clients get into these schools:

I'm Abby, an expert PhD coach, specializing in STEM applications and programs including: Engineering, Math, Computer Science, Psychology, Natural Sciences and more. I have had success with over 50 applicants landing at top schools such as: Stanford, Harvard, Berkley, UMD, UCLA, Columbia, and more. I combine this insider knowledge with my extensive experience in both academia and industry to help applicants craft compelling narratives, highlight their strengths, and position themselves strategically for success. Whether you’re refining your statement of purpose, shaping your research direction, or preparing for interviews, I’ll guide you through every step with personalized, results-driven support.

Abigail can help with:

Letters of Recommendation

Essays

Secondary Review

Application Strategy

Resume

Interviews

Editing

Research

School Selection

Abigail also coaches for MBA, College, Master’s Programs, Career Coaching, and AI Careers. View all.

About Abigail

I’ve coached 100+ clients into top STEM PhD, Masters, and Undergraduate programs: All program types, MD/PhD, Dual-Degree, MD, MBA, regular PhD, and Masters. With 5+ years of experience in coaching and the education market, you are sure to get expert opinions. Programs include: Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Columbia, USC, Small-Liberal Arts, UCs (Berkley, LA, Davis etc) and many more amazing institutions. I support early-career professionals landing roles at leading firms such as Amazon, BCG, Capital One, Morgan Stanley, and fast-growing startups. I’ve also guided students into top PhD and master’s programs across a wide range of fields. For high school and undergraduate students, I provide hands-on guidance with FAFSA, scholarship applications, class planning, and admissions strategy. Many of my students have won full-ride scholarships, earned admission to top universities, and positioned themselves for long-term academic and financial success. My background includes admission to Harvard Business School’s 2+2 Deferred MBA Program, Columbia Business School’s Deferred Enrollment Program, and Yale’s Silver Scholars Program. I graduated with honors in Economics and Psychology, scored a 331 on the GRE, and now work on PwC’s AI Strategy team under the Chief AI Officer. Whether you’re preparing for business school, building your early career, or planning the best college experience, I’ll help you craft a clear, compelling narrative—and move forward with confidence.

Why do I coach?

I coach because I know how overwhelming and opaque the admissions and career process can feel, whether you’re applying to college, MBA programs, or navigating your first job search. When I was applying to business school, I didn’t know anyone in my personal network who had gone through the process before. What made the difference for me was the mentorship I received from people who believed in me, helped me find my voice, and pushed me to aim higher. I wouldn’t be where I am today, accepted to HBS 2+2, Columbia’s Deferred Enrollment Program, and Yale Silver Scholars, without their guidance. Coaching is my way of paying it forward. I’ve been in your shoes: second-guessing my story, revising my essays for the tenth time, stressing about scholarships, or wondering how to make my resume stand out. I coach to demystify the process and help students and professionals tell their stories with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re a high school student working toward a full-ride scholarship, a non-traditional MBA candidate, a first-gen student, or someone pivoting industries early in your career, I’m here to be the coach I wish I had even earlier in my journey.

Work Experience

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AI Strategist

PwC

January 2025 - Present

Abigail was also given offers to work at

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    Bank of America

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    Capital One

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    Kaiser Permanente

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    VNS Health

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    KPMG

Education

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Harvard Business School

2+2 Program | Matriculation TBD

2025

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Hamilton College

Bachelor's degree, Economics / Psychology

2021 - 2024

Activities and societies: Student Assembly, Hamilton College Health Committee, QSR Role, Resident Advisor

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Value

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Responsiveness

4.9

Supportiveness

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