With a background in admissions and coaching, I have helped numerous students successfully navigate the college application process. In my roles at New York University, Stanford University and The University of Texas at Austin, I gained valuable insights into the admissions process and effectively communicated the university's story to prospective students. Additionally, I founded my own coaching company, The Mel Baxter Group, LLC, where I empower women to achieve their goals. With my experience and expertise, I am dedicated to guiding students towards their dream colleges. Let's work together to create a personalized plan for your college application journey. Let's connect today!

2 years working in admissions for Princeton University 2X Ivy Leaguer attended Columbia University Studied at London School of Economics & New York University (Summer Programs) Coach students on their journey to build a compelling narrative for college applications 18+ years as a journalist, storyteller, communications executive, with five years in finance and banking Strong research, fact checking, investigative reporting and writing skills

I'm a former undergraduate admissions officer at BYU, a former Assoc. Director of the MBA program at UC Irvine, and a full-time college prep coach.

As a college application coach, I help you understand your singularity and authenticity and assist in crafting that through storytelling. I hold a degree from Harvard College and have successfully navigated the competitive application process, allowing me to empathize with and effectively advise my clients. My familiarity with various academic disciplines and extracurricular activities enables me to help students craft a well-rounded and compelling application that showcases their unique strengths and passions.

Why should you trust me with your college essay consulting (my specialty), Common App guidance, list building, alumni networking tips, interview prep, and anything else you could need as undergraduate applicant?👇 Getting the opportunity to attend Dartmouth was a life changing experience for me. Not only did I receive a world-class education, I learned how to be my own person and make lasting connections in a world that seemed so daunting during the college admissions process — a key part of what helped me land a job at Bain Capital following graduation. As an Early Decision admit back in the fall of 2018, I brought a unique and thoroughly organized approach to my college essays and interviews. The written and verbal communications skills that I was able to hone through my English Literature (and Economics!) degree only further my qualifications to help students package their stories in a way that the college of their dreams will value. In short, I bring differentiated, meaningful insight to the often life-changing process that is navigating college admissions. I look forward to working with you!

Founder and CEO of V2 Admissions and have been doing college admissions consulting for ~6 years now. Of my last 50 students, we received 95 acceptances to T-20 Ranked Universities (48 to Ivy League / MIT / Stanford, where 30 of last 50 currently attend). Extensive experience focusing on elite college admissions. Have worked with students from all backgrounds applying for the full gamut of majors across universities. Refer to coaching profile for more detail, or set up a free intro call! Always happy to chat about your goals.

Dr. Rohan Jotwani is one of the industry’s leading admissions experts. He has a undergraduate degree in Biology from Columbia University and completed his MD and MBA from the Tufts University School of Medicine's combined program. Rohan completed his residency at Weill Cornell, where he served as Chief Resident in anesthesiology, followed by a fellowship at Harvard Medical School. ‍ Rohan has acquired a wide range of experiences having coached over 200 undergraduate and graduate students. His students have gone on to gain admissions at the most competitive undergraduate programs in the country. He served as an appointed voting member on the Tufts School of Medicine admissions committee and has developed the training manuals for teaching incoming consultants at other top admissions consulting firms. He has interviewed numerous candidates, has years of application review experience, and has made hundreds of admissions decisions. What separates Dr. Rohan Jotwani from other consultants? After seven years and hundreds of coached candidates, Rohan has developed a system that allows each candidate to demonstrate unique value to the most competitive admissions committees. Dr. Jotwani also works with a team of industry experts, including Emmy award winning professional writers and leading creative directors, to ensure his candidates submit the absolute best applications possible (at no additional cost to his candidates).

Navigating the transition from high school to college is an exhilarating journey, and having the right guide can make all the difference. Drawing from my diverse experiences in banking, tech consulting, and entrepreneurship, I've honed the skills to help students craft standout applications. What sets me apart isn't just my background, but the personal touch, empathy, and excitement I bring to the process. **My Approach:** - **Active Listening:** Truly understanding your aspirations, strengths, and stories is the foundation. - **Essay Mastery:** Leveraging expertise in writing, I'll assist in developing authentic and impactful essays. - **Discovering Uniqueness:** Together, we'll identify and amplify what sets you apart from thousands of applicants. - **Volunteer & Internship Guidance:** Offering strategies to secure meaningful opportunities that align with your goals. - **Compelling Narrative Design:** We’ll construct a cohesive application theme, ensuring every element resonates with your personal story. - **Individualized Approach:** Each student's journey is distinct. My commitment is to tailor strategies that highlight your unique potential. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery, strategic preparation, and application success. Your dream college awaits, and I'm excited to help pave the way!

I've been coaching college essay clients for 16 years and have helped them get accepted to: Kellogg, Oxford Study Abroad, BYU MBA, U of U School of Medicine, BYU Provo, and various other grad/undergrad programs. My unique approach provides 1:1 coaching plus proprietary college essay worksheets, videos, templates, and downloads designed to help clients write compelling essays that stand out and get them remembered.

Being the daughter of immigrations, oldest of three siblings AND a first generation college student here in the US, you could say that I had a lot of hurdles to jump over when I was applying to undergrad. Having my residency status stacked against me as an international student, I discovered the hard way how difficult getting into a competitive undergrad program could be when you do not have the right tools to help yourself. Since then, I have always made an effort to work with high school students specifically so that I can pay forward everything that I learned. While i was able to figure things out on my own - there was so much struggle that I would not wish on anyone else. Whether you are a citizen or not, I would be happy to help guide you through the undergraduate application process. We can discuss schools to apply too and work on your application and essays together to give you the best chances of getting into the school of your dreams.