College Admissions

Luckily for you, I have been through the pain of school applications and selection processes more than once. I have earned my bachelor's degree and am working on a Doctor of Dental Surgery and pursuing approval for a Master's in Public Health. Let's get you into the program of your desire so that you can achieve greatness.

Getting accepted to a top university was my dream growing up, so when after being accepted to all the UCs, and eventually attending UC Berkeley, I knew I wanted to help others reach their higher education dreams as well. Since high school, I've taken opportunities to tutor and mentor others and even when I started my career in entertainment, I was an academic tutor, helping students with their grades, test prep, and college applications. With SAT scores and college acceptance becoming increasingly competitive it's important while applying to be confident in oneself and communicate a story that stands out. This is my skill. As a mentor and tutor, my goal has always been to support my students beyond just academics. I work with my students on building sustainable life skills that boosts their confidence and helps them "unpack" their story. Then, as a coach, I help my students with communicating their story, knowing in particular what schools are looking for. I've thoroughly enjoyed helping my clients reach their academic goals and more importantly, build their confidence so they can succeed in all endeavors.

I am a full-time professional college guidance advisor with an accumulated thousands of hours in research on top trends facing college applicants. For class of 2024, students that have gone through my curriculum have already been admitted to top schools like Northwestern, Colombia, and Yale to name a few. I offer wraparound services so that you are prepared for every part of the application process, from initial college search to the first direct deposit. Included in the package are deep dives of specialization topics including financial aid strategy, scholarship applications, evaluation of fit, demonstrated interest optimization, and essay construction. Also included in your package is access to my internal network of 50+ mentors that are alumni of schools like Harvard, Princeton, and Stanford, all of which have agreed to be available for office hours to my students upon request.

Hello! One of my guiding principles in life is the transformative power of education. As a first-generation American, I've seen firsthand the power that a quality education has to improve one's station in life. My coaching philosophy is holistic - I've helped students with everything from improving their SAT scores to crafting a powerful narrative to ensuring they are applying to schools that are the right "fit" for them. I draw on my own college experience, my past clients' process, and my time as a Harvard alumni admissions interviewer to inform your admissions journey. Additionally, my childhood in a multilingual household and my experience working overseas makes me uniquely positioned to help students who studied outside of the US or for whom English is not a native language.

Shayna is published in the University of Pennsylvania's Undergraduate Admissions blog 💥 ✔️ Guest collab with UPenn's longtime Dean of Admissions, Eric Furda, on an article advising applicants about best essay practices. ✔️ UPenn alum - Go Quakers! - Currently serving on the Penn Libraries' Young Alumni Board AND as an alumni interviewer for the undergraduate admissions office. ✔️ Northwestern Law alum - Editor of the Journal of Law and Social Policy; Research Assistant; Published academic article on federal and state legislation re: school meals. ✔️ Lawyer admitted in the state of New York - I read, write, and edit all day long. ✔️ Moral Support - can provide references! Virtual cheerleading and hand-holding available upon request.

I transferred to Brown University as an international student (one of less than 10 in my 150+ transfer cohort) in my junior year (from the American University of Sharjah), so I have a ton of expertise in what it takes to get into elite colleges as an international. Was also accepted or waitlisted at Penn, Dartmouth, Yale, Columbia, Barnard and Emory. Whether you need help with your application strategy, essays, or interview prep, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Reach out to start your journey to success! As a Teaching Assistant and Mentor at Brown University, I have a proven track record of helping students excel in their academic and entrepreneurial pursuits. I have mentored over 20 student teams on business models, pitching, and fundraising, with 85% of students reporting that my feedback significantly aided their learning. Additionally, I have coached over a dozen individuals through the college admissions process.

Gagan Vaseer is a tenured college admissions advisor who has worked with students from across the world, guiding them in their admissions process. With over 10 years of experience in the space, he is well-versed in providing holistic guidance that enables clients to enter prestigious universities, such as Brown, Cornell, Dartmouth, Duke, Princeton, the University of Michigan, and the University of California at Berkeley, among many others. From developing a college list to curating essays to interview preparation, he has experience providing end-to-end support in your admissions journey. He has served as an admissions advisor with CollegAdvisor.com, Varsity Tutors, and Mentorverse.

Throughout my fifteen years with SBC Consulting, ten years as Chief Editor with IvyPath College Consulting, and four years with MBA Prep School, I’ve helped countless applicants gain admission to their dream schools. With a primary focus on undergraduate admissions, I help clients present themselves as uniquely individual and authentic in their fit for each specific school and as passionate and contributing future alumni. Nothing is more important than a client’s story that reveals not only life experience but also the specific challenges that shaped unique qualities of character, personality, talents, goals, and desire to impact both the local and wider community throughout life. My method of finding the best story is through a series of questions that include a client’s most inspiring people, favorite moments, defining moments, and greatest challenges, fears and successes. When we have those answers, we have the beginnings of a story.

Welcome to my profile! As a Columbia University graduate in applied mathematics, I am passionate about helping students navigate the college admissions process, focusing particularly on how to make your own compelling life story stand out. I bring a wealth of experience in strategic thinking and business operations to my college coaching. My background includes roles at Carta and Credit Suisse, where I honed my skills in corporate development and strategic partnerships. Whether you're crafting your personal statement or selecting the right schools, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's work together to make your college dreams a reality!

Hello and welcome to my profile! As a Yale University graduate with a BA in History of Science and Medicine and Global Health/Affairs Studies, and currently pursuing my MPH at Yale School of Public Health, I bring a unique blend of academic and professional experience to college admissions coaching. My roles as a First Year Advisor and Undergraduate Writing Instructor at Yale have honed my skills in mentoring and guiding students through their academic journeys. With experience in both investment banking and strategy consulting, I offer a well-rounded perspective to help you craft compelling applications. Having successfully coached 18 students, I am passionate about helping you navigate the college admissions process with confidence. Let's work together to make your college dreams a reality!