Krysta Foster
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Med School Prep Packet: Guided Workbooks + Expert Advice
$300
Get Into Your Dream Medical School — Complete Package
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$3,500
Land Your Dream Medical School — Getting Started Package
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$1,000
About
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In the top 10% of Medical School experts on Leland
Being a first-generation college student—let alone the first person in my family to go to GRADUATE school—was HARD. And while it’s impossible for me to go back in time and share the insights I’ve gained with my former freshman self, it’s not too late for me to share them with YOU. Over the last six years, I’ve worked with students to reach their most ambitious goals, helping them to take their first steps as future physicians, PAs, researchers, engineers, public health professionals, data scientists, business professionals, and leaders in countless industries. My extensive experience with STEM students has resulted in my applicants landing at medical and graduate school programs all across the country, and even around the world, including (but not limited to!) the University of Michigan, Tulane, Vanderbilt, Case Western, Duke, UC-Berkeley, MIT, Harvard, and Johns Hopkins. But before that, I was a student just like you: determined but overwhelmed; goal-oriented but not sure where to start. After starting college as an architecture major, I switched to business before realizing that MY purpose was to help others pursue THEIRS. After earning my master’s degree from Western Michigan University, I began working in higher education; my experience as a mentor, an advisor, an instructor, and a coach has taught me how to help people tell their stories effectively, gain experience intentionally, and make their way into spaces that THEIR freshman year selves had only dreamed of.
Krysta also coaches for PhD Programs, Physician Assistant, Master’s Programs, and Career Coaching. View all.
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Medical School Personal Statement: Start Strong for Next Cycle
Dec 16 at 12:00 AM UTC
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Krysta’s Medical School Qualifications
Coaches professionally
100+ Medical School clients
AI Certified
Completed Level 1 of Leland’s AI Builder Program
Krysta has helped clients get into these schools:
Over the last six years, I have coached hundreds of pre-med students through the medical school application process. I work with applicants from personal statement ideation all the way through decision making and I can't wait to do the same with you! As a coach, my focus is on guiding you through this marathon process: I'll be there to provide you with honest, thoughtful feedback, delivering it with positive, empathetic support. Together we'll making meaning of your experiences, helping you to translate those in a way that will resonate with the admissions committee and centering your wellness along the way. Whether you're applying for the first time or reapplying and need a fresh take on your application, let's work together to achieve your most ambitious goals!
Krysta can help with:
Activities List Edit
AMCAS Application Edit
Application Strategy
Letters of Evaluation
MD PhD Essays
Multiple Mini Interview
Personal Statement
School Selection
Secondary Essays
Traditional Interview
Waitlist Strategy
Why do I coach?
As I said, helping others to discover THEIR purpose is MY purpose. Throughout my career, I’ve come to define my coaching style as individualized, person-first, and story-centric. Individualized: While your goals may be similar to others in your classes or in your professional spaces, your journey is fully your own. As your coach, you can count on me to customize our journey together to align with your learning style, play to your strengths, and provide support in the places where you’re still growing. Person-first: Applying to continuing education programs—whether masters, PhD, medical or PA school—is HARD. The process can be just as emotionally intensive as it is mentally intensive as you dig deep to tell your story, wait for responses from schools, mourn losses, and celebrate wins ON TOP OF navigating your normal day-to-day responsibilities. I firmly believe in the importance of bringing our whole selves to every space we enter; as your coach, you can expect that when I ask you how you are, I want the REAL answer. Story-centric: Since the beginning of time, story has become the way that we connect with other humans. And while the graduate/medical school admissions process requires plenty of strategy and careful thought, my experience with thousands of applicants has taught me that at the end of the day, story—when delivered with intention and aligned with the values of the profession and program—is the strongest tool in your toolkit when it comes to earning admission to your top institutions. By asking the right questions, and learning your experiences inside and out, I’m confident that I can help you to tell your stories in the most compelling way possible.
Work Experience
Associate Director of Career Services
Michigan State University
July 2023 - Present
• Build curriculum for LBC students related to career exploration and skill development to be incorporated into a variety of classes including core science classes, first year seminars, and internship/field experience seminars • Collaborate with faculty to lead research projects which contribute to a better understanding of undergraduate learning and career skill development • Create a graduate teaching fellowship to expand capacity for presenting career education materials in the classroom • Build upon existing programming to expand reach and engagement in career education outside of the classroom in programs including Briggs Career Chats, mock interviews, bespoke donor engagement, etc. • Create new programs to support student success and alumni engagement initiatives, including the development of a medical school preparation program • Establish and expand upon college, campus, and corporate partnerships with faculty, advisors and staff to develop programming that supports LBC’s curriculum and alumni engagement goals and generate additional revenue for college initiatives • Develop tools and processes to support the demonstration and articulation of student achievement of college and University learning outcomes • Consult with campus partners to scale and replicate curriculum, advising, and programming initiatives • Provide one-on-one advising for LBC students on a variety of career topics • Hire, train, and supervise a team of staff including, but not limited to, an Assistant Director, undergraduate career peer(s), and graduate practicum student(s)
Instructor
Michigan State University
January 2021 - May 2021
• Developed course syllabus for the EAD 315 course in the College of Education, a course centered around leadership development and theories • Planned and executed lesson plans for each class period including content recaps, engaging activities centered around course objectives and discussion facilitation • Provided constructive feedback and insights by grading students’ assignments throughout the course Project Management, Teaching and +3 skills
Assistant Director of Career Services
Michigan State University
February 2020 - July 2023
• Provide 400+ one-on-one career advising appointments each academic year for STEM and pre-med students, providing coaching on topics including but not limited to professional documents, interview preparation, graduate and professional school applications and career exploration • Design career education curriculum initiatives and collaborate with college faculty to embed this content into Lyman Briggs College’s core curriculum in order to provide more equitable access to career resources for all students, especially those from marginalized backgrounds • Create and execute alumni mentorship programs in collaboration with development and alumni relations colleagues, improving alumni and student engagement across the college • Co-lead a five-person research team in conjunction with a collegiate faculty member to better understand how incorporating career education into the core science curriculum impacts students’ sense of self-efficacy, STEM identity, and sense of belonging, contributing to improved retention outcomes • Develop presentations, videos, and social/printable media based around career topics in order to engage students in the career education process in a multitude of physical and digital spaces • Train, mentor, and supervise a team of undergraduate and graduate student employees who support career events, programs, and advising initiatives • Serve as the primary administrator for Lyman Briggs College’s PeopleGrove mentoring platform, Briggs Connect, in order to help students across the college connect with alumni and peer mentors Project Management, Program Development and +9 skills
Director of Alumni Relations
Lawrence Technological University
December 2016 - January 2020
• Coordinated academic, social, and life-long learning events and programs for alumni in the greater Detroit region and beyond to improve alumni engagement • Assessed events and programs, including event type, communications, logistics and follow up, to better meet the needs and expectations of the alumni population • Advised multiple alumni boards in the development of events and programs in order to create a better connection with alumni at large • Created and distributed event reports containing attendee data and giving history in support of the major gifts and annual giving team • Assessed and developed the alumni communication strategy to better align with alumni interests with the creation of new content and the development of a schedule • Managed and developed content for the alumni website and social media platforms Project Management, Program Development and +2 skills
Assistant Director of Student Life
Michigan State University
June 2015 - December 2016
• Advised the Associated Students of Michigan State University (ASMSU) undergraduate student government for Michigan State University, including providing leadership training, guidance, and programming assistance for its members • Coordinated and executed the contracting process for ASMSU, Residence Halls Association (RHA), Council of Racial & Ethnic Students (CORES), Council of Progressive Students (COPS), and other major student groups • Supervised ASMSU’s Business Manager; a full time staff member dedicated to managing the organization’s finance and operations as well as one Graduate Assistant dedicated to working with ASMSU • Advised the University Student Appeals Board in support of the Student Conduct Process • Planned and executed major campus events including the Off-Campus Housing Fair, Meijer Moonlight Madness, etc. • Coordinated professional development opportunities and activities for staff retreats in order to encourage growth and development within the Department of Student Life Project Management, Program Development and +4 skills
Interim Assistant Director
Western Michigan University
November 2014 - June 2015
• Advised and provided support for the Campus Activities Board (CAB) in the form of leadership development, programming processes, etc. • Coordinated contracts for the Campus Activities Board • Oversaw the budget for the Campus Activities Board, as well as those for large-scale programs including Homecoming and Bronco Bash • Coordinated the planning of large-scale University programs including Homecoming and Bronco Bash + Supervised and trained 6 undergraduate student event coordinators in the coordination of Bronco Bash and Homecoming • Supervised 2 graduate assistants in their advising, supervising, and programming roles • Supported 350+ Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) through providing information about on-campus resources and general advising • Developed tools to assess and evaluate programs, student leadership outcomes, and overall departmental impact in support of the strategic plan Project Management, Coaching and +2 skills
Education
Western Michigan University
Master of Arts - MA, Educational Leadership- Higher Education & Student Affairs
2013 - 2015
Concentration: Higher Education & Student Affairs
Lawrence Technological University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Management
2008 - 2012
Activities and societies: Students Planning Activities Monthly (SPAM)- Executive Director Delta Phi Epsilon International Sorority- Vice President of Membership Development
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Krysta has helped clients get into these schools:
Med School Prep Packet: Guided Workbooks + Expert Advice
$300
Get Into Your Dream Medical School — Complete Package
Starting at
$3,500
Land Your Dream Medical School — Getting Started Package
Starting at
$1,000
Write a Powerful Personal Statement
Starting at
$1,000
Craft Compelling Secondary Applications
Starting at
$1,600
Nail Your Medical School Interviews
Starting at
$600
Krysta also coaches for PhD Programs, Physician Assistant, Master’s Programs, and Career Coaching. View all.
Krysta’s Leland+ Resources
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How to Write Your Med School Activities Section (AACOMAS)
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