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This package is designed for college-bound students who want to start strong with expert guidance—without jumping straight into a full, end-to-end engagement. Whether you're early in the process or looking to clarify your direction, this flexible option helps you focus on what matters most right now. You’ll work with a Leland coach to map out your priorities, identify key areas of opportunity, and build momentum toward your target schools. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Kickoff Strategy Session: Explore your background, goals, and timeline to co-create a personalized college admissions plan - Profile Evaluation: Get feedback on your academic/extracurricular profile and how it compares to your target schools - School List Building: Create a balanced list based on your interests, strengths, and aspirations - Application Roadmap: Outline major deadlines, early decision strategies, and next steps - Narrative Planning: Identify key themes and experiences to highlight in your essays and application
A personalized college admissions plan with clear timelines and priorities
Honest, strategic feedback on your academic and extracurricular profile
A thoughtfully curated school list tailored to your goals
A clear starting point for your personal story and application materials
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:
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Editing
Recommendations
Interviews
School Selection
Application Strategy
Essays
Resume
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Karen also coaches for Career Coaching and Business Development & Partnerships. View all.

Joined March 2026
5.0
NYU Stern Alum | I help students get into the school of their dreams
After navigating the high-stakes admissions process all on my own to land at NYU Stern - and later coaching my brother to a clean sweep of Princeton, Wharton, and Rice - I’ve decoded the "black box" of elite admissions. I didn't have a private consultant or a roadmap when I applied so I had to build my own. This sparked a passion for helping students turn their unique stories into the kind of high-impact applications that make admission offices take notice at the world's most competitive institutions. My coaching style is rooted in inner know-how and working your unique advantage rather than generic advice. Having personally secured admissions from Carnegie Mellon, UT Austin, and Boston College, I understand the nuance required to pivot between Ivy League expectations and top-tier specialized programs. Whether you're aiming for a business powerhouse or a liberal arts icon, I provide the strategic edge and relatable mentorship I wish I had, ensuring your dream school becomes your reality.
5h+ of coaching