College Admissions

Welcome to my profile! I’m an almost-3x Stanford graduate who is passionate about helping students recognize what makes them special and tell their stories in a way that feels both authentic and compelling. I’m originally from Zimbabwe and first came to the U.S. on a full-ride undergraduate scholarship to Stanford. As a Stanford undergrad, I served as a Resident Assistant and Student Programs Assistant at the Center for African Studies, published research in women’s health, and was deeply involved in the social impact community. I later returned to Stanford for my MBA and MA in Education, where I served as an Arbuckle Leadership Fellow coaching first-year MBA students and as an instructor for a Stanford leadership course. Over the years, I’ve coached 10+ students through the college application process, including five who went on to attend top U.S. universities with scholarships. I particularly enjoy helping students figure out how to turn the experiences, interests, and ambitions they already have into an application with a clear and memorable story. I care about this work because I benefited enormously from people who helped me see my own potential and taught me how to tell my story. I come from a culture where self-promotion doesn’t always come naturally, so learning to advocate for myself was a skill I had to develop. I’m especially excited to help students who may similarly struggle to recognize just how much they have to offer, or how to communicate it confidently. Whether you’re looking for help developing your overall application strategy, brainstorming and refining essays, preparing for interviews, or simply figuring out what makes your story stand out, I’d love to work with you. My goal is not to turn you into the applicant you think colleges want, but to help you present the strongest, clearest, and most authentic version of who you already are.

I’m currently pursuing my MBA at The Wharton School. Previously, I was both a Consultant and Chief of Staff to the CEO at McKinsey & Company. Having navigated both MBB recruiting and the MBA application process—and leveraged Leland myself—I know firsthand how daunting these journeys can be and how valuable the right coach can be along the way. I’m looking forward to meeting you and supporting you throughout your journey!

Hi, I’m Joyce! I graduated from Emory University with a degree in Neuroscience & Behavioral Biology and later earned my MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. I know firsthand that the path to college—or graduate school—is rarely as straightforward as it looks on paper. I attended three different high schools in three different countries, navigated some significant challenges along the way, and ultimately built a career that has taken me across neuroscience, strategy, technology, and entrepreneurship. That’s a big part of why I love helping students with their applications. My strength is in helping you figure out the story only you can tell and then helping you tell it clearly, authentically, and memorably. I especially enjoy working on personal statements and supplemental essays, where the goal isn’t to sound impressive for the sake of being impressive. It’s to help an admissions reader understand who you are, how you think, what has shaped you, and what you might bring to their community. Professionally, I’ve worked in strategy and operations at companies including Dropbox, Instacart, and CNN, advised leaders and organizations, and spent much of my career thinking about people, potential, and what makes someone stand out beyond their credentials. Whether you’re applying to college or an MBA program, I can help with brainstorming your story, shaping your narrative, reviewing and editing essays, and making sure your application actually sounds like you. Applications can be stressful. My goal is to make the process a little clearer, more thoughtful, and hopefully even enjoyable.

Welcome to my profile! As a current Business Analyst at McKinsey & Company and a former Strategy Analyst at Accenture, I bring a wealth of strategic insight and analytical skills to my coaching practice. I'm currently pursuing my Bachelor's Degree at The Wharton School, where I've gained firsthand experience navigating the competitive college admissions landscape. My approach is tailored to each client's unique strengths and aspirations, ensuring a personalized strategy for success. Whether you're crafting your personal statement or preparing for interviews, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and make your college dreams a reality!

I have over 10 years of experience coaching students. I specialize in crafting compelling personal statements that are authentic and distinctively impressive - I’ve successfully helped clients gain admission to prestigious universities such as Oxbridge, LSE, UCL, Kings, Imperial, Warwick, and Manchester. Having received multiple offers and studied at Cambridge, as well as sending dozens of clients to the top UK schools, I know what compels the admission committee to say yes, and also how to bridge that gap given where an applicant is currently at.

I didn't take the traditional path into the Ivy League. I transferred in. I was admitted to two Ivy League schools as a transfer applicant and graduated from Cornell. Transfer admissions is its own game, and most admissions advice ignores it. You're not being judged on who you were at 17. You're being judged on what you've done since, why you need to leave, and why this school specifically is the right next step. The applicants who win tell a clear story of growth and fit. The ones who lose write a better version of their high school essay. I know the difference because I lived it. I can help with: - Transfer applications from start to finish, including school strategy, timing and positioning - The "why transfer" and "why this school" essays, where transfer applications are won or lost - Turning your first-year record, activities and circumstances into a compelling story - First-year applicants who want an unconventional perspective on standing out - Planning around pre-professional paths like finance, consulting and business

Welcome to my profile! As a current student at Princeton University majoring in Molecular Biology with a minor in Global Health and Health Policy, I bring a strong academic background and leadership experience to my coaching. I have co-founded and led several student organizations, including Operation Smile and the Pre-Dental Association, which have honed my skills in mentoring and guiding peers. My research experience at prestigious institutions like Princeton and NYU has equipped me with a deep understanding of the scientific process and critical thinking skills. I have successfully coached a few students in navigating the college admissions process, helping them craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and experiences. If you're looking for personalized guidance to enhance your college application, feel free to reach out!

Hi! I'm excited to get to know you and work with you on conveying your true story and best self. I'm an empathetic coach who loves specific action-oriented advice. I care deeply about my clients and want you to achieve your goal outcome. Let's make it happen together! About me: I graduated top 10% of my MBA class at Stanford Graduate School of Business and cum laude from Princeton University with a BSE in Operations Research & Financial Engineering. I am now founder & CEO of a startup, and my career has been focused on data science, product management, and AI.

Hi! I’m a recent Yale graduate and current hedge fund research analyst. My qualifications: I was accepted to multiple T20 colleges for STEM majors (mostly pre-med), graduated from Yale with a BS in Statistics & Data Science and Economics, interned at top tier hedge funds, and mentored 10+ HS students applying to colleges / college students applying for internships.

I scored a 36 on the ACT and was admitted to Brown, where I study Applied Math, after applying from Dulwich College Beijing, an international IB school. I know what it takes to stand out from outside the usual US pipeline. Most students already have a strong story; they just can't see it in their own material. I help you find that thread, build a smart testing and application strategy, and write essays that sound like you. I work especially well with international and IB students, in English or Mandarin.