
Mel B.
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Pro coach | NYU and Clemson masters graduate | Make your app stand out

Studied at New York University
Worked at The University of Texas at Austin
Admissions Committee
Available Wednesday at 1:00 AM UTC
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Mel's Coaching Offerings

Comprehensive Master's Application Package — Land Your Dream Program
End-to-end support for your Master’s program applications
Starting at $5,00020h+ of coaching

Craft Powerful Admissions Essays
Craft winning Master's essays through brainstorming, drafting, and editing
Starting at $1,2605h+ of coaching

Nail the Admissions Interview
Practice realistic mock Master's interviews with a trained expert
Starting at $7653h+ of coaching
Custom hourly
Get help with Editing, Interviews, and .
Mel’s Master’s Programs Qualifications
Coaches professionally
I have a strong background in admissions and coaching, with experience in both university settings and as the founder of a coaching company. I hold Masters degrees from New York University and Clemson University, and a Bachelors degree from the University of Georgia. As a staff member at New York University, Stanford University and The University of Texas at Austin, I gained valuable insights into the admissions process and effectively communicated the university's story to prospective students. Additionally, I founded The Mel Baxter Group, LLC, a coaching company focused on empowering women. With my diverse experience and passion for helping others, I am excited to leverage my expertise to guide you through the admissions process and help you achieve your goals. Don't hesitate to reach out and let's get started on your journey to success!
Mel can help with:
Editing
Interviews
School Selection
Application Strategy
Essays
Resume
Letters of Recommendation
About Mel
With a decade of experience in university enrollment departments, college acceptance has been an integral part of my story. My passion for connecting with and empowering students stems from my experience working in both admissions and visitor experience at Stanford University, The University of Texas at Austin and New York University. Most notably, two of my experiences have prepared me well to coach you: 1. Working in The University of Texas at Austin's undergraduate admissions office - I recruited students, read admissions applications and supported the office in making admissions decisions. I know what it takes to stand out as an applicant 2. Receiving my masters degree in Executive Coaching and Organizational Consulting from New York University - I gained skills that set me apart as a coach due to the ways that I challenge and empower my coachees in reaching their dreams I am a proud graduate of New York University, the University of Georgia and Clemson University. You can probably guess that this means I spend my free time searching for quality pizza in Dallas and watching as much college football as possible.
Why do I coach?
Being coached has changed my life, and I am confident it will change yours. For me, working with a coach has given me the motivation to know that I will achieve my goals. I'm excited to combine my knowledge of admissions + experience as a two time graduate student + experience as a coach to support you!
Work Experience

Founder & CEO
The Mel Baxter Group, LLC
August 2022 - Present
• Built company to empower women through coaching, consulting, team trainings, and speaking engagements • Create and present impactful learning opportunities on subjects such as building rapport, asking more thoughtful questions, reframing mindsets on feedback, and increasing confidence • Coach clients to be more confident in their professional and personal lives
Assistant Director
New York University
July 2019 - July 2022
• Planned and executed of a broad range of special events and customer service initiatives in the admissions centers at NYU’s Washington Square and Brooklyn Campuses. • Developed and coordinated all virtual information sessions and tours for prospective NYU students • Focused on customer service + visit experience, and find ways to improve service levels through feedback and data • Represented the University as a liaison between campus partners for visitor relations and special events
Director
The University of Texas at Austin
2015 - 2019
Admissions Committee
• Reviewed applicants for admission; communicated regularly with prospective students, parents and counselors • Communicated university story to audiences of 10-1,000 by delivering thoughtful presentations; increased interest in UT for 92% of prospective students and families in attendance of presentations • Hired, trained, evaluated and supervised 65 university ambassadors and 1 full-time administrator • Created opportunities for university ambassadors to cultivate meaningful relationships with student staff and visitors
Assistant Director
Stanford University
2014 - 2015
• Oversaw the successful completion of daily, periodic and seasonal Visitor Center operations by the Visitor Center Coordinator and a staff of 90 student guides • Coordinated ongoing training and coaching to ensure excellence and consistency of experience for visitors, as well as professional development for student staff • Served as a Visitor Center liaison with Stanford departments and organizations, and oversaw the role of liaison to outside groups
Education

New York University
Executive Coaching and Organizational Consulting
2020 - 2022
Clemson University
Masters, Counselor Education
2012 - 2014

University of Georgia
Bachelors, Communication Studies
2008 - 2012
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