Chidilim M.

Chidilim Menakaya

Harvard Dental Student | Stand Out by Owning Your Story

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Studied at Harvard School of Dental Medicine

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Works at Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Available tomorrow at 7:00 PM UTC

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Chidilim's Coaching Offerings

Custom hourly · $50/hr

Get help with Recommendations, Personal Statement, and .

Chidilim’s Dental School Qualifications

70+ people coached for Dental School

Hi, I'm Chi! As a current DMD student at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, I know what it takes to stand out in a competitive dental school applicant pool—I was accepted to every dental school I applied to, including all three Ivy League dental schools. My path wasn’t always straightforward; I often navigated this journey without seeing many people who looked like me in the field or having the guidance I needed. That experience drives my commitment to being the mentor I wish I had, helping students feel confident, supported, and seen. I’ve since mentored numerous pre-dental students through their applications, with multiple acceptances to top programs—including two mentees accepted to Harvard. I focus on helping you champion your unique story and strengths, build a strategic application, and show admissions committees exactly why you belong.

Chidilim can help with:

Recommendations

Personal Statement

Application Strategy

General Exploration

Interviews

AADSAS Application Edit

Experiences

School Selection

Achievements

Secondary Essays

Chidilim also coaches for Master’s Programs and Private High School. View all.

About Chidilim

Hi! I’m juggling an MPH at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and a DMD at Harvard School of Dental Medicine, so I know a thing or two about tackling big goals. When I was navigating applications myself, I didn’t really have anyone showing me the ropes, so now I hope to be the guide I wish I had. I love helping students figure out their stories, prep for interviews, and make tricky application processes feel way less scary (and even a little fun). Outside of all that, I’m all about connecting with people, sharing tips that actually work, and celebrating progress, because every forward move tells part of your story.

Why do I coach?

I coach because I’ve been through it all—applying to private high schools, college, dental school, and Master’s programs. I know what it’s like to face competitive processes without a clear guide, and I know how much having someone to help you navigate essays, interviews, and program choices can change the game. I want to be the mentor I wish I had, helping students clarify their story, build confidence, and approach every application strategically. Watching someone gain clarity and take confident steps toward their goals is why I love coaching.

Work Experience

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Bridge to Dental School Leader

Harvard School of Dental Medicine

2024 - Present

Lead a program supporting 75+ underrepresented pre-dental students through the dental school application process. Provide guidance on personal statements, resumes, and interviews while helping students build clear, compelling narratives.

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Admissions Ambassador

Harvard School of Dental Medicine

2023 - Present

Represent HSDM to prospective students by leading tours, participating in panels, and offering a glimpse into student life.

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Curriculum Designer (Tufts Center for Science Education)

Tufts University

2023 - Present

Design public health curriculum on topics like structural racism and food insecurity, translating complex concepts into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.

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Pre-Health Mentor (HOPE Medical Scholars)

Harvard Medical School

2023 - 2024

Mentored pre-dental students through the full application cycle, including essay editing, mock interviews, and application strategy. Led workshops to build confidence and readiness for healthcare graduate programs.

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SEPA STEM Mentor

Tufts University

2022 - 2022

Mentor middle school, high school, and early college students through academic and career exploration, including college preparation, essay development, and building confidence—especially for students interested in STEM and healthcare pathways.

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Summer Public Health Scholar

Columbia University Medical Center

2021 - 2021

Delivered community-based health education and developed training programs for aspiring community health workers. Presented public health research at the CDC, strengthening expertise in health equity and prevention.

Education

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Harvard School of Dental Medicine

DMD

2023 - 2028

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Harvard School of Public Health

MPH, Social Behavioral Sciences

2025 - 2026

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Tufts University

BS, Biology

2019 - 2023

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