With 4 years of experience in college counseling, I have helped over 100 students apply for college and find out what school tailors to their strengths. I provide a thorough assessment of each students' grade point average, standardized test scores, extra curricular activities, sports, jobs, internships, and more in order to help my students craft a compelling college application. With colleges getting more and more competitive each year, it is paramount to have personal statements, essays, and resumes that stand out to admissions committees. I thoroughly review my students' application essays for grammar, style, and content. I also provide feedback to help my students convey their unique stories and personalities effectively. Finally, I work to teach you the intricacies of financial aid, scholarships, and grants. I'll assist you in finding options to make higher education more affordable.

I graduated from Harvard with the John Harvard Scholarship (top 5% GPA), a major in Integrative Biology, and a minor in Computer Science. I have over 6 years of experience working as a full-time tutor for the ACT, SAT, and SSAT. I have also worked as a college essay consultant for the past two years. I have worked with over ten clients by giving interviews and assisting with college essays. Out of the five clients I worked with during this admissions cycle, four received interviews at Harvard. On average, my students have enjoyed improvements of anywhere between 150-250 points on the SAT. I know how to teach the Writing sections so that you will receive a perfect score. Two of my students have increased their scores from 600-800 in this section, and most of my students end my program scoring perfectly on the writing section especially. My ACT tutoring prep follows similar statistics. In the two tutoring companies I have worked for in the past, I was promoted to the highest tutoring status. I tutor full-time, and I am ready to help you reach the score of your dreams.

I recently graduated from Kellogg and come from a background in management consulting (including time as a campus recruiting lead). I'm headed back to BCG Seattle after I graduate. I've helped dozens of students nail get roles at top consulting firms! Ask me about navigating the consulting recruiting process, what makes Kellogg unique, the "hows" of case interview prep, or college football anecdotes!

- I got into both Stanford and MIT (my top 2 schools for engineering) with a 2020/2400 SAT (not really that great for top-tier schools). I learned that how you craft your story and what you focus your time on in school are both more important than standardized test scores - I am very excited to work with you across different parts of the application process: anything from helping select schools for particular interests, help with resume and essay drafting, who you should ask for recommendations and what you should ask them to focus on, and how to approach interviews (if your school requires one) - I had the unique opportunity to read what my admission officers said about me. I learned what they were looking for and confirmed that the story that I wanted to convey was important to them

Statistics and Economics major at UC Berkeley Columbia Business School deferred admit

Tests do not only measure what you know, they also measure how well take tests. I've been empowering students to perform their best on the SAT and ACT since 1992, first as a tutor at The Princeton Review (6 years), then as a solopreneur, until 2005, when I founded my company City Test Prep. Early on, I learned early that how a student's performance and score, can be compromised when they feel under pressure and timed conditions, feel anxious, have negative self-talk or beliefs, or aren't provided the tools to meet or exceed their expectations. To help students succeed, I drew from my own experience of getting into the zone as a trained artist and musician. When I'm in that liminal space, I produce the best work, perform the best on tests, and am able to create with ease and enjoyment. This 'secret sauce' has helped students score hundreds of points higher when they take tests because they're able to feel comfortable and assured in their knowledge and skill sets. I've amassed a robust toolbox to help students show up as their best test-taking selves: calm, focused, clear-headed, and confident. I draw from mindfulness, visualization, integrated life coaching, Neuro-linguistic programming, bilateral stimulation, hypnosis, growth mindset, positive psychology, sound therapy, and other tools. The work I do can be understood as that which trainers and sports psychologists offer high-performing athletes, for my work addresses the needs of test takers. Beyond being a problem solver and someone who delights in empowering others, my qualifications include an MA in education, 30+ years working with students on content mastery, test-taking strategy, mindset, and speed reading for tests. I am among the first to combine mindful and holistic practices into education and test-prep. I have taught students test prep and fine art at middle and high school as well as college levels. Contributions I've made to the field include the 'Full Potential Manual' (author), The GMAT Sentence Correction Intensive (co-author) (both published by Nova Press), The Full Potential Audio series (including titles for the ACT and SAT). Since time management is also a problem for students, I developed the MindFlow workshop and recently launched it as an online program. MindFlow is a mindful speed reading training system for SAT, ACT test takers, and high school students. Students who work individually with me typically achieve the results they seek in 3-5 hours. When not working, I'm active in dog rescue and in raising and releasing monarch butterflies. I still create art (google me!) and music and lead life-cycle rituals as an ordained kohenet. I live with my rescue pup, Chata and typically a foster dog.

I have served Chicago Scholars as a mentor for 3 years, guiding high achieving students through applications, admissions decisions, and transitions to college. Beyond this phase, I have maintained relationships in an adivising and mentorship capacity for navigating college socially and academically. More so, I have supported students in their summer experience searches and workforce placement following completion of college.

Having helped family, friends, and others with their applications, I'd love to help you achieve your goals and get accepted to the school that changed my life. Looking forward to connecting!

I'm currently a Stanford MBA (where I'm the Student Body Co-President), and have 5+years of college admissions coaching experience. Before GSB, I spent time as a teacher (focusing on essay writing and story telling) and as a management consultant. Over the years working in admissions consulting, I have helped students based in the US, Hong Kong, China, and Singapore successfully apply to school. I'm here to help you create a stellar MBA application that can launch you into a top program in a way that tells your authentic story. As a coach, I bring a structured, honest, and tailored approach to the application process. Beyond my teaching experience, I also have a BA in Economics, Psychology, and Creative Writing from Northwestern University through which I learned how to help people navigate their truest stories. I'm particularly experienced at helping prospective MBAs figure out how the MBA would play into their larger goals as people and as professionals. No matter how untraditional the path, I'm skilled at helping applicants frame their diverse experiences in a compelling and cohesive way that resonates with admissions committees. If you want a partner in this process, I'm your guide.

I have a deep understanding of the college admissions process and what it takes to stand out. I graduated from Yale University, and have spent time interviewing prospective candidates for undergraduate admission. I'm here to help you shape your application strategically, so that your experiences shine.