Felipe Félix Méndez
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Schwarzman Scholar | 90% of clients land interviews | 4 admitted in 2025
Brown University
Global Americans
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About
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In the top 10% of Prestigious Scholarships & Fellowships experts on Leland
I am a public policy professional and education advisor. I have lived, worked, and studied in the United States, Asia, and Latin America. I know what it's like to navigate highly selective admissions and hiring processes as an international applicant, and I'm here to share with you the insights that have helped me land spots at Brown, Oxford, Cambridge, Schwarzman Scholars, and the Atlantic Council. Let's work together to achieve your education and career goals!
Felipe also coaches for Master’s Programs, College, and International Relations. View all.
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Felipe’s Prestigious Scholarships & Fellowships Qualifications
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10+ people coached for Prestigious Scholarships & Fellowships
Felipe has helped clients get into these schools:
I helped 4 people gain admission to Schwarzman Scholars in 2025 alone, including both candidates from "target" and "non-target" schools as well as US and non-US candidates. I've seen how the program can transform lives, and I'd love to help you craft a compelling application that highlights your unique strengths and potential. Reach out to start your journey towards securing this exciting opportunity!
Felipe can help with:
Application Strategy
Editing
Essays
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Interview Prep
Letters of Recommendation
Personal Statement
Research
Resume Review
Why do I coach?
I’ve seen how a genuine, well-told story can change a life. I’ve also sat on the other side of the table: reviewers move fast and rarely know your context. Coaching lets me meet great people, hear their stories, and help them reach the next step by asking the right questions to sharpen how they explain their impact and goals. That's the secret to landing life-changing opportunities, and I'm here to share it with you.
Work Experience
Fellow
Global Americans
February 2026 - Present
Hiring Manager
Schwarzman Scholar
Schwarzman Scholars
August 2024 - June 2025
Assistant Director
Atlantic Council
July 2022 - May 2024
Interviewer
Advisor
The Wall Street Journal
September 2021 - November 2021
Intern
United Nations
August 2021 - September 2021
Education
Schwarzman Scholarship
Master of Management Sciences in Global Affairs
2024 - 2025
Selected as one of 150 scholars (4,000+ applicants) for the 9th cohort of the Schwarzman Scholars program: a scholarship designed to prepare the next generation of global leaders.
Brown University
Bachelor of Arts - BA (Honors), International and Public Affairs (Development), Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Grade: GPA 4.0/4.0
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Felipe has helped clients get into these schools:
Felipe also coaches for Master’s Programs, College, and International Relations. View all.