Social Sciences Master’s Admissions Consultants

With over a decade of experience, I’ve helped candidates gain admission to the world’s most competitive master’s programs in the U.S. and Europe—including MIT, Stanford, Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, and the Harvard Kennedy School. My work spans a wide range of programs including engineering, finance, public policy, economics, data science, and more. Qualifications include: ◉ 100+ successful master’s admits across MPP, MPA, MFin, MEng, MSc, and interdisciplinary programs ◉ Tens of millions in scholarships and fellowships secured for graduate school candidates ◉ Leland Top Coach in 2023, 2024, and 2025 (since rankings began), with reviews attesting to strategic, high-touch coaching ◉ Formal admissions experience at the Harvard Kennedy School, including collaboration with the head of Admissions to revamp evaluation processes and coordinate knowledge-sharing with M7 MBA programs (e.g., HBS, Wharton, Booth) to align HKS selection criteria with leading graduate admissions standards I’m especially helpful to: ◉ International applicants navigating U.S. and UK graduate admissions ◉ Engineering, finance, and data science applicants needing help translating technical experience into accessible, compelling narratives ◉ Scholarship-seeking candidates applying to fully or partially funded programs ◉ Joint/concurrent degree applicants balancing cross-disciplinary positioning (e.g., MPP/MBA, JD/MPP) ◉ Applicants with modest GPAs or test scores who need to reframe their academic potential ◉ First-gen, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC applicants seeking culturally informed guidance ◉ Applicants overwhelmed by multiple essays who need help creating a cohesive and differentiated story ◉ Reapplicants or waitlisted candidates looking to re-engage through informal channels

With over 20 years of experience in public health, I am a seasoned researcher and evaluator with a passion for qualitative research and harnessing people-driven insights. As the former Chief Research and Evaluation Officer at Texas Health Institute, I led a team of researchers and evaluators, conducting impactful studies and evaluations at the national, state, and community level. I am currently leading a team of 40 on a large data analytics project for Medicaid. I have also served as a Clinical Assistant Professor for Public Health at The University of Texas at Austin, where I taught courses on health policy, global health, and more. With my expertise in research and evaluation, I have successfully coached 20+ individuals in their journey to master's programs and over fifty for undergraduate admissions to top schools. If you're looking for guidance and support in navigating the admissions process, please reach out - I would love to help you achieve your goals!

Welcome to my profile! With a rich academic background from prestigious institutions like the University of Oxford, Tsinghua University and Tufts University, I bring a wealth of experience in guiding students through the complexities of master's program applications - from essay writing and finding the best program for you to navigating funding options. As a Writing and College Essay Consultant, I have successfully helped over 40 students gain admission to top-tier schools such as Stanford, UPenn, and Columbia. My approach is tailored to each individual's strengths, ensuring that your application stands out in a competitive landscape. Whether you need assistance with crafting compelling essays or navigating the admissions process, I'm here to help you achieve your academic goals. Let's connect and make your dream school a reality!

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.

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 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.

Hi, I’m Becky Song, Founder & Executive Director of Ivy Journey, Wharton MBA, former Wharton admissions fellow, and admissions coach with 15+ years of experience helping applicants earn admission to top graduate programs. For master’s applicants, my specialty is helping strong candidates turn their academic, professional, and personal background into a clear, differentiated admissions strategy. I’m especially strong with applicants targeting MS, MiM, MSBA, MFin, policy, management, analytics, AI/ML/engineering/STEM-adjacent, and career-pivot programs where schools need to see not only strong credentials, but also a compelling reason for why this degree, why this program, why now, and why you. My clients have earned admission to top programs and universities including Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Stanford, UPenn/Wharton, MIT, Columbia, Yale, Duke, Johns Hopkins, UC Berkeley, UCLA, NYU, Vanderbilt, and more. I also bring firsthand career strategy experience from management consulting, pharmaceutical/life sciences, research, entrepreneurship, government & nonprofits, which allows me to help applicants connect their graduate school goals to a credible long-term career story. I can help you with school selection, application strategy, personal statements/statements of purpose, resumes, recommendation strategy, scholarship positioning, interviews, waitlist strategy, and final application reviews. My approach is strategic, direct, and deeply personalized: we’ll identify your strongest admissions angle, sharpen your positioning, and make every part of your application reinforce a cohesive, memorable case for admission.

I went to Harvard Kennedy School and Stanford GSB, which means I've sat on both sides of the admissions process this coaching is built around, first as the applicant, now helping others get there. Before business school, I was an Army officer; after, venture capital and AI innovation. Both jobs taught me the same thing: how to read a person's story quickly, find what's actually compelling in it, and cut the rest. If your essays are flat, I'll tell you why. If your interview answers ramble, I'll help you tighten them. I'm not here to cheerlead; I'm here to get you in. I also have experience with applying for competitive scholarships and international programs. I was awarded a Rotary Scholarship to study in King's College London, amongst other programs.

Welcome to my profile! With a Master's degree from the University of Oxford and another from the University of Edinburgh, I bring a wealth of academic experience to my coaching. Over the years, I've successfully guided 62 individuals through the intricacies of master's program applications, helping them secure spots at top institutions. My approach is tailored to each client's unique strengths and aspirations, ensuring that their applications stand out. Whether you need assistance with personal statements, interview preparation, or overall application strategy, I'm here to help you achieve your academic goals. Let's connect and craft a winning application together!

Welcome to my profile! As a J.D. student at Columbia Law School and a full scholarship recipient, I bring a wealth of experience and insight into the admissions process for top-tier master's programs. Over the past few years, I have successfully guided over 40 students to secure admission offers from prestigious U.S. universities, including Ivy League schools. My approach is tailored to each individual's strengths and aspirations, ensuring a personalized and effective application strategy. Let's work together to craft a compelling application that stands out. Reach out to start your journey towards your dream program!