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This package is built for PhD applicants who are nearing the finish line and want to submit their materials with clarity and confidence. You’ll partner with a PhD admissions coach to review and refine every part of your application—from your CV and research statement to personal statements and supplemental essays. Your coach will provide detailed, constructive feedback to ensure your materials are aligned, impactful, and tailored to each program. Whether you're applying to one school or many, this is your final quality check to make sure your application reflects the very best version of your academic and research journey. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Comprehensive Application Review: Full review of all application components—CV, statement of purpose, personal statement, and any required writing samples. - Strategic Feedback: Thoughtful, actionable edits and suggestions to align your materials with your academic goals and the expectations of your target programs. - Final Edits & Polish: Refine your written materials to ensure clarity, cohesion, and persuasive storytelling. - Submission Confidence: Walk away knowing your application has been reviewed by an expert with deep knowledge of the PhD admissions process.
Polished and professional documents, including your CV and all written components
Cohesive messaging across your entire application
A stronger narrative that ties together your academic history, research goals, and program fit
Final proofing to eliminate distracting errors or inconsistencies
The confidence that your materials are ready for submission
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
Additional expectations or terms of engagement may be provided by coaches (e.g. expected response times, etc.).
Services included:
Editing
Secondary Review
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Joined April 2025
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Stanford MA Graduate | UW Business PhD Candidate | PhD Admissions Consultan
Welcome to my profile! With a Master's degree from Stanford University and experience as an Alumni Interviewer, I have a deep understanding of what top-tier institutions are looking for in PhD candidates. My professional journey includes serving as a Global HR Business Partner and Chief of Staff, where I honed my skills in strategic planning and leadership. I am passionate about helping aspiring PhD candidates craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and research potential. Whether you need guidance on your statement of purpose, research proposal, or interview preparation, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's connect and work together to achieve your academic goals!
3h+ of coaching