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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
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Joined June 2025
5.0
UChicago Counselor & Ivy Admissions Expert with 10+ Years Experience
Maura is a seasoned admissions expert with deep insight into the highly selective college admissions process. A graduate of the University of Chicago with a degree in Geographical Studies and Art History, Maura spent two years on UChicago’s Admissions team, where she evaluated over 4,000 applications, led essay-writing workshops, and helped shape the university’s outreach and marketing efforts. Since 2017, Maura has guided students through more than 750 college applications nationwide. She brings a sharp eye for storytelling, a strategic understanding of admissions committee priorities, and a passion for helping students craft authentic, compelling narratives that stand out. Whether you're building your school list, refining your personal statement, or navigating a gap year, Maura is here to help you find your voice-- and your best-fit school.
3h - 5h of coaching