College Admissions Consultants & Services

With a B.A. in Government from Harvard University and nearly 10 years of international education and admissions experience, I specialize in guiding students to highly competitive colleges. As a former Head Admissions Consultant at Prepstart, I led a team that successfully helped students gain admission to Top 20 schools like MIT, Cornell, Vanderbilt, and Northwestern . At Crimson Education, I perfected the art of personalized strategy. I help students discover their most meaningful stories before crafting compelling applications that have resulted in successful admission to Cornell, Carnegie Mellon, NYU, and many others. Having coached over 100 students, I am adept at navigating the admissions process from high school freshman year to college matriculation by creating precise roadmaps for profile development. In addition to domestic students, I have worked with internationals from China, South Korea, South Africa, The UAE, and many others. I understand how to help students stand out within their context. Let's work together to create a standout application that gets you where you want to go.

I have deep insight into the Ivy League admissions world from my 3.5 years as a Recruitment Coordinator for Yale University, where I was a part of both prospective and admitted students yield strategies and fostered great relationships with admissions officers. As a hired Senior Interviewer for Yale, I interviewed 120+ prospective students (including international and QuestBridge students), which gave me insight into what works and doesn't work in a college interview. I started to help high school students put together their college applications in the years after my graduation, helping them achieve admission to the likes of Harvard, MIT, and Williams College. I focus on holistic application support - from choosing one's majors to the big boss: writing the personal statement to the supplementary essays and finally to interview prep. I'm looking forward to working with passionate and driven students!

Hi, I'm Alice! I have extensive experience both writing and editing essays and working one-on-one with students as a mentor and in college prep, and would love to help you on your journey preparing your college application. In 2019, I graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and minors in Journalism and Humanistic Studies. My thesis, which was part philosophy and part journalism, was awarded the McCosh Prize for the best undergraduate thesis in any area of philosophy. At Princeton, I did extensive audio journalism, reporting, and art, including illustration and design for the weekly newspaper. I'm now working part-time towards my Master of Public Administration in Sustainability at Middlebury Institute of International Studies. Since graduating, I've lived in both Chicago and New York to work in impact, housing, and community development finance, and spent two years with Crimson Education to help students find a balanced spread of extracurricular activities, create leadership projects, and pursue reading and enrichment studies to suit their particular academic interests. I also serve as a mentor for recent Princeton graduates and current students working in public service, and each year, I interview high school students applying to Princeton as a volunteer for the Alumni Schools Committee. I love working one-on-one with students to help them find and pursue their passions, and I'm skilled at helping others find the narrative thread in their story. I treat others' writing with care; I'm a thorough and supportive editor who is committed to helping you find your voice and tell your story in college applications. Please reach out if you might like to work together this summer!

I am a rising 3L at Stanford Law School. I love working with students to craft a cohesive, powerful narrative that reflects their accomplishments so they can gain admission to their dream law school or university. I take a holistic approach, taking time to understand my clients' background, personality, and goals. I do not let median GPAs or test scores or admission rates dictate my clients' application strategy or success. I can also guide students on how to discuss their race and ethnicity in our post-affirmative action reality. By closely studying the U.S. Supreme Court decisions Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) v Harvard and Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) v UNC overturning affirmative action, I've been able to help my clients discuss their race and ethnicity in ways that college admissions offices can legally consider when reviewing their application. Throughout law school, I have completed 5 internships in the public, private, and non-profit sector including a Big Law internship, two state attorney general internships, a local government internship, and an internship at a leading international non-profit environmental advocacy organization. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a B.S. in Environmental Economics and Policy and a B.A. in Urban Studies. In undergrad, I worked as a research assistant and independent researcher while also serving as president of the Berkeley Urban Studies Student Association. I have coached undergrads through their law school application process and high school students through their college admissions process. I have helped undergrad and high school students get admitted to programs where they had well below-median GPAs and/or standardized test scores.

I have extensive experience in writing and education, and therefore bring a unique perspective to college admissions coaching. As a current Fulbright Scholar, I have spent significant time crafting application essays for fellowships, and learning how to make these essays competitive. My time in Taiwan through Fulbright has also taught me to work on English writing with people from a wide range of backgrounds including internationally. As former Presidential Writer at The White House, I honed my skills in crafting precise and impactful narratives on extremely tight deadlines in a high pressure environment. My work as a tutor at SpiderSmart learning centers has equipped me with the tools to guide high schoolers through the intricacies of the application process, making sure that they put their stories, and their best foot forward. Additionally, my leadership roles in political campaigns have helped hone my ability to mentor and manage, which I apply to support students in achieving their academic goals. As a graduate of the University of Chicago, I also bring my own experience navigating the competitive college admissions process. I look forward to leveraging each of these skills now to help students tell their own stories in their college essays.

Welcome to my profile! As a Plan II Admissions Committee Member at the University of Texas at Austin, I have firsthand experience in the college admissions process, equipping me with the insights needed to guide you through your application journey. My academic background in Biochemistry Honors and Plan II Honors, along with minors in English, Business, and Computer Science, allows me to offer a well-rounded perspective to help you craft a compelling application. I've also gained valuable analytical skills through my internships at Capital One and Moderna, which I leverage to help students present their unique strengths effectively. Whether you're aiming for a top-tier university or looking to stand out in a competitive field, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and make your college dreams a reality!

As a graduate of Harvard Business School and Columbia University, I bring a distinctive, well-rounded perspective to college admissions coaching. Throughout my own academic journey, I’ve had the privilege of working with top admissions advisors—first at Milton Academy, one of New England’s leading boarding schools, and later with an elite business school admissions coach. I’m excited to pass on the valuable insights I’ve gained from these experiences to help you navigate your own path. I’ve successfully guided students through the college application process, with three earning admission to their top-choice schools—including highly selective institutions like Wellesley (15% acceptance rate) and Pomona College (7% acceptance rate). These experiences have equipped me with the tools to help you craft a compelling and differentiated application. I’m passionate about helping students uncover their unique interests and strengths, and I offer personalized strategies to demystify the admissions process. Let’s work together to bring your story to life and help your application stand out.

I'm a Harvard College grad (also accepted to Stanford and Princeton) who has coached dozens of students on their college admissions materials. I've also conducted Harvard College interviews for 5+ years. I can help with general admissions strategy, essay writing, and interview preparation for a stand out application.

Shayna is published in the University of Pennsylvania's Undergraduate Admissions blog 💥 ✔️ Guest collab with UPenn's longtime Dean of Admissions, Eric Furda, on an article advising applicants about best essay practices. ✔️ UPenn alum - Go Quakers! - Currently serving on the Penn Libraries' Young Alumni Board AND as an alumni interviewer for the undergraduate admissions office. ✔️ Northwestern Law alum - Editor of the Journal of Law and Social Policy; Research Assistant; Published academic article on federal and state legislation re: school meals. ✔️ Lawyer admitted in the state of New York - I read, write, and edit all day long. ✔️ Moral Support - can provide references! Virtual cheerleading and hand-holding available upon request.

Welcome to my profile! With a Ph.D. in American Studies/Public Policy and extensive experience in higher education, I am passionate about guiding students through the college admissions process. As the founder of The Admission Concierge, I specialize in crafting personalized strategies for MBA and MS in Business program applications. My background includes serving as the Associate Director of MBA Admissions at the University of Miami, where I increased enrollment by 12% annually and launched three new Master's programs. I have also been an advisory board member for businessCAS, promoting access and equity in college admissions. Let's work together to highlight your unique strengths and secure your spot at your dream school!