Public Degrees Master’s Admissions Consultants

Welcome to my profile! I'm a highly experienced coach specializing in helping individuals navigate the competitive landscape of master's programs. With a PhD from Cornell University and a Bachelor of Arts from Columbia University, I bring a strong academic background to my coaching practice. Additionally, I have firsthand knowledge of the admissions process, having served on the admissions committee at Cornell University. I have also worked as a Communications Manager at Compass Family Services, where I honed my skills in guiding individuals towards their goals. Whether you need assistance with application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to provide personalized guidance and support. Reach out to me today and let's work together to make your master's program dreams a reality!

I've guided students to success at top universities worldwide, including Harvard, Oxford, and INSEAD. My admissions committee experience equips me with insider knowledge to enhance your application strategy. Whether you're aiming for a top-tier program in Europe or the US, I'm here to help you craft a compelling application that stands out. In recent years, my clients have been admitted to master's programs at: University of Oxford University of Cambridge LSE: London School of Economics & Political Science King's College London Sciences Po (Paris School of International Affairs) HEC Paris INSEAD Università Bocconi ESSEC ESCP Esade Erasmus University Rotterdam Duke University University of Chicago Tufts University I love helping candidates sharpen their research proposals and statements of academic purpose. My own diverse academic and professional background allows me to support candidates across the social sciences, humanities and business. What's more, I've pursued graduate research in both France and the United States, and I've taught at the bachelor and master level in France, the US, and Germany. For candidates who aim to span geographic or disciplinary boundaries in their work, I'm happy to be a resource.

I’m qualified to coach professional master’s applicants because I’ve helped build and lead the programs they are applying to. At UC Irvine, I directed the Master of Data Science and Master of Computer Science programs, served as Associate Director for the MSBA and MFin programs, and helped develop the new Applied AI master’s program and its admissions framework. I’ve also served on admissions committees, advisory boards and currently teach graduate students. My path into higher education began in academic counseling, where I studied gaps in student retention and helped create support programs. That experience still shapes how I coach: I look closely at both your preparation and the opportunities or barriers behind your record. I can help you choose programs, assess where your application is strong, and use specific evidence in your essays, resume, and interviews to explain why you’re ready.

Studied at four universities across three countries. Now I help international students navigate European graduate programs that launch global careers. I specialize in low-tuition public universities across Germany, France, the UK, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, and the Nordic countries. Choosing the right graduate school isn't just about rankings. It's about finding the program that accelerates your international career. I've personally studied engineering, management, and marketing programs across Germany, the US, and France, and each degree opened doors I hadn't imagined. Now I help students worldwide discover Europe's hidden gems: world-class master's programs taught entirely in English, many at public universities with little to no tuition. My coaching covers the complete journey: identifying programs that match your aspirations, navigating admission processes across different educational systems, understanding visa requirements, and planning how to integrate directly into companies through strategic internships. Having led international teams for 25 years after my own multi-country educational path, I know which graduate programs truly prepare you for global careers versus those that just look good on paper. We'll explore how a German engineering program differs from a French business school, when language skills become essential versus optional, and most importantly, how to choose both your school and your target employers simultaneously. From understanding cultural adaptation in Nordic universities to positioning yourself for post-graduation work opportunities across Europe, I provide the insider perspective that comes from living the international education and career path myself. I coach in English, German, French, and Spanish, and I'm passionate about making European education accessible to students who can't afford expensive private school programs but deserve world-class opportunities.

Ryan Prior is an award-winning journalist telling stories at the front lines of science and democracy. Over the past 12 years, he has written hundreds of stories for CNN, Psychology Today, The Guardian, The Nation, STAT, USA Today, and The Daily Beast. He has produced work across documentary film, nonprofits, book publishing, and think tanks. His reporting spans pandemic response, science policy, geopolitical conflict, and national security. His recent experience includes field reporting in Ukraine, along with study trips to Israel/Palestine, the Balkans, and Western Europe through Harvard Kennedy School and RIAS. Ryan believes the best journalism connects the dots between high-level decisions and lived experiences of people on the ground — making the strategic personal, and the personal strategic. His writing combines the rigor of data-driven reporting, the intimacy of narrative memoir, and the pragmatism of a policy brief. It’s a rare, yet essential blend in today’s climate of misinformation and polarization. He is the author of The Long Haul: How Long Covid Survivors Are Revolutionizing Healthcare (MIT Press/Penguin Random House), which explores the global impact of the pandemic and the chronic illness crisis that followed. The book has been called “a book we need right now” by Senator Tim Kaine and “an important contribution” by the Secretary General of the World Health Organization. It has also been featured in Newsweek, Los Angeles Times, CNN, Democracy Now, Psychology Today, Science, and The Lancet.

I’ve guided over 50+ students into top master’s programs in computer science, natural science, psychology, engineering and more at top programs like: Harvard, Stanford, Berkley, USC, UCLA, Yale, Columbia, and many more! Whether you’re refining your strategy, perfecting essays, or preparing for high-stakes interviews, I’ll work with you to highlight your unique strengths and craft a compelling story. Together, we’ll create a clear, actionable plan to get you into the masters program of your dreams.

I love helping people make sense of their experience and turn it into a story that holds together. That usually starts with the essays or statement of purpose, and I can also help with your resume, interview prep, and keeping the whole process on track, from building your school list to hitting every deadline. I’ve applied to schools in both the US and Europe, from Georgetown for undergrad to ESSEC in France to Harvard Kennedy School for my master’s, and I also interview applicants for Georgetown. So I know what admissions teams look for on both sides of the Atlantic. My own path has been non-linear, from procurement to operations to sustainability strategy, across companies, policy, and research. It took me a while to connect the dots myself, so I especially enjoy working with people whose backgrounds don’t fit neatly into one box. If you’re applying to a master’s program in the US or abroad, or making a career pivot, I’d love to work with you.

As a Columbia & UChicago admit with a background in Finance and Social Impact, I want to help diverse candidates throughout their graduate application journeys and beyond! Having recently gone through this process myself, I’ve gained valuable tools and insights to craft compelling, authentic applications that speak to admissions teams. No matter where you are in the process, let’s work together to tell your story—book an intro call today!

I bring a wealth of experience from my time working in admissions at both the undergraduate and medical school levels at Georgetown University. During my tenure, I gained invaluable insights into the admissions process, which I now leverage to help aspiring master's program candidates craft compelling applications. My approach is personalized and strategic, focusing on highlighting your unique strengths and experiences to stand out in a competitive field. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

You have a story worth sharing: I am here to help you tell it. As a Gates-Cambridge Scholar, Rhodes Scholarship Finalist, and an incoming MD candidate at Columbia University, I bring a unique perspective to the graduate school and competitive international fellowship application processes. My academic and professional journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of what top programs seek in applicants. I have successfully coached multiple individuals and have sat on professional panels, helping individuals craft compelling applications to best highlight their strengths and communicate their unique story. Whether you need guidance on personal statements, recommendation letters, interview preparation, or anything else, I am here to personally help you navigate your path to achieving a place in your dream program. I am excited to work with you!