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For nearly a decade, starting at the age of 22, I have helped students successfully navigate the UK university admissions process. From crafting compelling personal statements to excelling in interviews and understanding key questions, I guide applicants in selecting the right mix of universities based on their GCSE, A-level, or IB performance. I also specialise in supporting international students, helping them understand what is achievable within the UK system and positioning themselves for success. Having personally gained admission to top UK universities, including Cambridge, LSE, Warwick, and Exeter, I bring firsthand experience to the process. As a graduate of two leading UK institutions—Cambridge (MPhil) and Warwick (PPE)—and later, as an international student who successfully navigated the US admissions process to earn an MBA with Distinction from Harvard, I understand how to stand out in highly competitive applicant pools. My students have consistently secured places at prestigious universities such as Oxford, LSE, and UCL. With deep insight into the admissions system and a proven track record of success, I am committed to helping students unlock their potential and achieve their academic goals.

My approach to coaching is built on a first-hand understanding of what it takes to succeed at the world’s most prestigious institutions. Having recently graduated from Harvard, served as a teaching fellow, I have a "behind-the-curtain" view of how leadership and entrepreneurship are evaluated at the Ivy League level. I don't just help students get into college; I help them build a foundation for a lifetime of impact. I specialize in helping students connect their academic interests to the "Future of Work." I am deeply immersed in the world of venture capital and entrepreneurship, which allows me to help applicants identify and articulate their unique "value proposition." Whether you are navigating the complexities of the Common App or refining a personal narrative for Stanford or Tsinghua, I provide the strategic clarity and storytelling edge needed to make your application impossible to ignore. I am here to be your strategist and your sounding board, ensuring that your authentic voice shines through every essay and interview. Let’s turn your global background into your greatest competitive advantage.

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.

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Hello and welcome to my profile! With a B.S. in Industrial & Labor Relations from Cornell University and an upcoming M.S. in Systems Engineering from Johns Hopkins University, I bring a strong academic foundation to my coaching. My professional journey includes roles at top companies like Apple and Adobe, where I honed my skills in engineering program management and strategic planning. Over the years, I've successfully coached 62 students to gain admission to Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, Cornell University, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, and more, helping them navigate the college admissions process with confidence and clarity. I specialize in transfer student applications and also candidates with lower GPAs. Whether you're crafting your personal statement or selecting the right schools, I'm here to provide personalized guidance and support. Let's work together to make your college dreams a reality!

Hi! I’m Abhi, a graduate of the University of Virginia, where I studied Actuarial Financial Statistics and Economics. As a student, I was admitted to multiple Top 25 universities, including the University of California, Berkeley, the University of California, Los Angeles, and Emory University, before ultimately choosing UVA. Going through a competitive admissions cycle myself gave me firsthand insight into how confusing and stressful the process can feel, and what truly makes an application stand out beyond just grades and test scores. Since then, I’ve made mentorship a consistent part of my life. I’ve coached numerous students through their college applications, including several who have since been admitted to UVA and other top programs. My approach is practical, honest, and highly personalized. I help students clarify their stories, strategically position their extracurriculars, craft compelling essays, and build the confidence to present their best selves. My goal is simple: help you stand out authentically and land at a school where you’ll truly thrive.

I've been through the college admissions process twice—and found success both times. The first time, I was accepted or waitlisted at nearly every top-15 school I applied to. I chose my state school to save money throughout Zoom University and took the calculated risk that I could do it again. The second time, I had to figure it out almost entirely on my own; I transferred to Brown during the most selective cycle in history by navigating a process that's far less supported and far less understood than traditional first-year admissions. That experience taught me more about what actually moves the needle at top schools than anything else could have. At both IU and Brown, I turned that knowledge into action by advising students on the transfer process and helping others craft narratives that landed them at Ivy League schools. Along the way I've also helped friends build compelling applications for medical school, law school, and competitive scholarships. Admissions at every level comes down to the same thing: knowing how to tell your story in a way that makes someone want to say yes. That's what I'll help you do—whether you're a first-time college applicant or prospective transfer.

Welcome to my profile! With a Bachelor of Science from UC Berkeley and an MBA from MIT Sloan's Deferred MBA Program, I bring a strong academic foundation to my coaching. My professional journey spans roles at top-tier firms like Goldman Sachs and Tensor Edge Capital, where I've honed skills in quantitative research, technical analysis, and investment strategy. This diverse experience equips me to guide students through the college admissions process, helping them craft standout applications that highlight their unique strengths. Whether you're aiming for a top university or need strategic advice on your application, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and make your college dreams a reality!

I graduated from the University of Oxford with First Class Honours in English Language and Literature— the highest academic distinction in the UK system. While at Oxford, I tutored part-time, and I now work as a freelance tutor with students across both the UK and the US. For bright American students, the most prestigious UK universities—Oxford, Cambridge, St Andrews, Edinburgh, Durham, UCL—deserve serious consideration. Yet the application process often feels mystifying from a US perspective. UK admissions place a premium on subject focus: the personal statement is academic and concise, and applicants are judged almost entirely on subject-specific potential. This means that many students who may feel lost in the highly extracurricular-driven US system could in fact be very strong candidates for top UK universities. However, expert, UK-specific guidance remains hard to find in the US, particularly for Oxbridge. My role is to demystify this process and provide clear, no-nonsense support, from personal statement coaching to interview preparation and application strategy. I know what works! My specialism is in English, but I have also guided students successfully through personal statements and interview preparation for a range of humanities subjects, from History and Politics to Philosophy and Classics. Wherever the focus, my role is to demystify the process and provide clear, no-nonsense support, from personal statement coaching to interview preparation and broader application strategy.

In today's competitive college admissions landscape, I’m here to help you stand out. I know what it takes to succeed in elite admissions processes. I went to college at Washington University in St. Louis and subsequently worked at BlackRock, the world’s largest financial asset manager with $10.6 trillion in assets under management. After five transformative years at BlackRock, I pivoted into the psychology field, landing offers from selective doctoral programs at Boston College, Fordham University, and Yeshiva University, the latter of which I’m attending to earn a doctoral degree in clinical psychology. As a career coach, I’ve helped people land top scholarships, fellowships, internships, jobs, and graduate school acceptances. At BlackRock, I served on the admissions committee for the firm’s internship and analyst programs, where I reviewed resumes, conducted interviews, and evaluated candidates. My experience as an applicant, coach, and admissions committee member has taught me that standing out in competitive application processes requires telling one’s story in a compelling, authentic, and memorable way. As your coach, I will help you share your personal story with your unique voice so that your application differentiates you from the pack.