Sara Torres

Hello! I’m Sara, but you can call me Sarita. I’m originally from Colombia, grew up in the Dominican Republic, studied in the U.S. and in the U.K., and am currently based in China as a Schwarzman Scholar. My international background has shaped how I see education, opportunity, and storytelling across cultures. I studied International Relations and Latin American Studies at Tufts University and the University of Oxford, and through both my academic work and professional experience in research, communications, and writing, I’ve developed a strong ability to unpack complex ideas and express them clearly and compellingly. I bring this same approach to the way I work with students. I’ve guided 40+ students across Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Venezuela, Miami, and London through the full college application process, from building thoughtful school lists to developing their Common App and supplemental essays from scratch all the way to submission. I've also helped students through their admissions process to MBA, Medical School, and Master's Programs. More than anything, I focus on helping students understand who they are. Through intentional questions and close collaboration, I help them uncover their stories, clarify their interests, and shape a narrative that feels both authentic and impactful. I’ve worked with students with diverse learning needs, including ADHD and dyslexia, and I collaborate closely with families to make sure everyone feels aligned and confident throughout the process. My students have been admitted to highly selective universities including Stanford, UChicago, UPenn (Huntsman Program), Columbia, Northwestern, Duke, Cornell, Georgetown, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and more. At the core of my work is a personalized, mentorship-driven approach that helps students not only submit strong applications, but also gain clarity and confidence in who they are and where they’re going.