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This package is designed for applicants who have been placed on the waitlist and want to take proactive steps to improve their chances of admission. You’ll partner with an experienced coach to build a thoughtful, personalized plan that strengthens your candidacy and keeps your momentum going. Through strategic advice and targeted actions, you’ll navigate the waitlist process with clarity and confidence. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: 1. Waitlist Assessment: Review your original application and any available feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and build on your existing strengths. 2. Targeted Communication Plan: Craft personalized updates and letters of intent that reinforce your commitment and highlight meaningful progress. 3. Profile Enhancement: Showcase new accomplishments — whether professional, academic, or personal — that reinforce and elevate your candidacy. 4. Actionable Guidance: Navigate waitlist-specific decisions, such as whether to submit additional materials or how to respond to school outreach, with expert support at each step. This package provides expert guidance to help you stay proactive and strategic while on the waitlist. With a focus on compelling communication and thoughtful updates, you’ll be positioned to show continued value — and increase your chances of securing an offer.
Waitlist Assessment: Your application materials will be expertly reviewed to identify areas for improvement.
Targeted and Actionable Plan: Your coach will work with you to create a targeted plan for next steps for each specific school.
LOIs: Write polished, persuasive letters of intent to make your case to the admissions committee.
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 August 2025
Admissions coach for those interested in DDS/PhD, PhD, MD/PhD
Rachel Kulchar was born and raised in sunny San Diego. She is a current DDS/PhD student at UCLA and predoctoral fellow with the NIH. Here, she researches how cancer therapies affect the salivary glands. She earned her undergraduate degree from Princeton University, majoring in Chemistry with minors in Global Health & Health Policy and Materials Science & Engineering. With over 20 peer-reviewed publications and experience as a journal reviewer, Rachel brings a deep understanding of academic research and the higher education landscape. She has also served on several national boards focused on research and student recruitment in health-related fields. At UCLA, she has taught undergraduate science courses as a teaching assistant and enjoys mentoring students in both academic and pre-professional pathways. As a college consultant with over a year of experience, Rachel is dedicated to helping students find and gain admission to their best-fit schools. She fosters a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel empowered to ask questions, grow with confidence, and aim high. Rachel looks forward to working with you and supporting you on your journey to success!
3h - 5h of coaching