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This package is designed for college applicants who have been placed on the waitlist and want to take smart, proactive steps to increase their chances of admission. You’ll work with an expert coach to build a tailored plan that highlights meaningful updates, reinforces your interest, and keeps your candidacy top of mind. With honest feedback and strategic communication, your coach will help you navigate the waitlist process with confidence. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Waitlist Assessment: Review your original application to identify opportunities for improvement - Letter of Continued Interest: Craft thoughtful, compelling updates to reaffirm your interest and fit - Profile Updates: Highlight any new accomplishments—academic, extracurricular, or personal - Decision Strategy: Get support navigating offers, timelines, and communication best practices
A strategic plan tailored to the school’s waitlist process
A compelling LOCI that reaffirms your interest and updates your profile
Guidance on what updates to share—and how to present them
Clarity and momentum during the uncertain waitlist period
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:
Waitlist Strategy
Schedule a call with a Leland team member who can help you explore your options.
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Joined February 2025
5.0
Cornell & Apple Alum | Transfers, Low GPA, &Non-Traditional Candidates
Hello and welcome to my profile! With a B.S. in Industrial & Labor Relations from Cornell University and an upcoming M.S. in Systems Engineering from Johns Hopkins University, I bring a strong academic foundation to my coaching. My professional journey includes roles at top companies like Apple and Adobe, where I honed my skills in engineering program management and strategic planning. Over the years, I've successfully coached 62 students to gain admission to Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, Cornell University, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, and more, helping them navigate the college admissions process with confidence and clarity. I specialize in transfer student applications and also candidates with lower GPAs. Whether you're crafting your personal statement or selecting the right schools, I'm here to provide personalized guidance and support. Let's work together to make your college dreams a reality!
3h - 5h of coaching