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As a person who was confused on next steps following college graduation, I am here to provide guidance on finding clarity amidst that confusion and realistic next steps, as they pertain to graduate school.

Ryan Prior is an award-winning journalist telling stories at the front lines of science and democracy. Over the past 12 years, he has written hundreds of stories for CNN, Psychology Today, The Guardian, The Nation, STAT, USA Today, and The Daily Beast. He has produced work across documentary film, nonprofits, book publishing, and think tanks. His reporting spans pandemic response, science policy, geopolitical conflict, and national security. His recent experience includes field reporting in Ukraine, along with study trips to Israel/Palestine, the Balkans, and Western Europe through Harvard Kennedy School and RIAS. Ryan believes the best journalism connects the dots between high-level decisions and lived experiences of people on the ground — making the strategic personal, and the personal strategic. His writing combines the rigor of data-driven reporting, the intimacy of narrative memoir, and the pragmatism of a policy brief. It’s a rare, yet essential blend in today’s climate of misinformation and polarization. He is the author of The Long Haul: How Long Covid Survivors Are Revolutionizing Healthcare (MIT Press/Penguin Random House), which explores the global impact of the pandemic and the chronic illness crisis that followed. The book has been called “a book we need right now” by Senator Tim Kaine and “an important contribution” by the Secretary General of the World Health Organization. It has also been featured in Newsweek, Los Angeles Times, CNN, Democracy Now, Psychology Today, Science, and The Lancet.

Welcome to my profile! With a Master's degree in US, UK and Ireland, I bring a robust academic background to my coaching. As a Peer Coach at Harvard University, I have guided numerous college students through the complexities of master's program applications, helping them craft compelling narratives and strategic applications. My skills in communication and project management, ensuring a comprehensive and personalized coaching experience. Whether you're navigating application essays or preparing for interviews, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and make your master's program aspirations a reality!

Hi! I have more than 30 years of professional experience across multiple geographies and industries - I've worked in senior, client-facing roles in finance within investment banking, management consulting, healthcare, international trade & development and even luxury travel. When I decided to leave my finance career of 15 years at J.P. Morgan (both New York & London) in 2015, I identified some of the most fulfilling aspects of my various roles as a manager – building trust-based client relationships; developing young professionals to have the skills and confidence to reach their full potential; coaching people through pivotal career junctions – and embarked on a completely new professional path in education, admissions and career consulting. Over the past 10 years, as a senior MBA admissions consultant with one of the leading consulting firms, I have successfully partnered with hundreds of talented young professionals from all geographies, backgrounds, industries and functions via highly tailored, 1:1 engagements. I’ve not only helped my clients achieve their career and education goals, which include offers to all the top US & European business schools, but also secure millions of dollars in scholarship funding, prestigious fellowships, and most importantly the confidence, clarity and purpose to step forward successfully into the next stage of their educational and professional journeys. As an American living in London and who has also lived, studied, and/or worked in France, Switzerland, Mexico and Brazil, I am deeply knowledgeable of the numerous international educational pathways at both the undergraduate and graduate level that exist for ambitious, globally minded young people. Over the past decade, my admissions consulting practice has expanded to include supporting high school students, undergraduates and recent graduates - from all over the world – who aspire to matriculate in leading universities in the UK (UCAS, including Oxbridge), Europe, and Asia at either the undergraduate or non-MBA post-graduate level (law, marketing/brand strategy, data science, finance + economics, medicine + dentistry (inc post-bac), policy/international affairs, architecture, teaching, etc). I’ve also successfully supported countless applicants in securing highly competitive scholarships and have occasionally advised on NCAA sports recruiting. I completed my MBA at Columbia Business School in 2001 with honors and concentrations in Finance and Entrepreneurship. I’ve maintained close ties to Columbia by assisting the Admissions team as a CBS Ambassador and candidate interviewer, gaining deep insight into the admissions process. I also have extensive experience on the on-campus corporate recruiting side, having been actively involved in J.P. Morgan’s summer and full-time recruiting programs at University of Chicago Booth, Yale SOM, and UNC Chapel-Hill in the US, and at Oxford University in England. Finally, I’m very attuned to the test preparation process. I had the opportunity to deploy my love of teaching by leading GMAT, GRE and SAT test prep classes in the mid-1990s at The Princeton Review’s then newly founded Mexico City office, whilst I worked full-time at the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico. I draw on my understanding of the test prep process to be a sounding board, advisor and supportive confidant to my admissions consulting clients as they often undertake their testing process in parallel.

Welcome to my profile! As I'm currently working on my Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & in Biological Sciences from the University of Chicago, I bring a strong academic foundation to my coaching. I help applicants craft compelling, strategic applications for top MPH and MBA programs by combining firsthand admissions success with real-world career insight. Let's chat so I can help you create a standout application and play to your strengths! I was admitted to multiple top Master of Public Health programs and currently attend the #1 program in the country. Coming from a non-traditional background, I had to learn how to position my experiences, motivations, and career story in a way that resonated with admissions committees—experience I now use to help other applicants turn their backgrounds into strengths. Whether you come from a traditional background or one like mine, I know what it takes and have insight from a grad student perspective too -- graduating this Spring! Before grad school, I spent ~5 years in strategy consulting, giving me deep insight into the professional backgrounds and career trajectories that top MBA programs value. I’ve seen firsthand the types of experiences that successful applicants bring to business school and have helped candidates craft applications that clearly connect their past experience to their future goals. This perspective—combining graduate admissions success with real-world consulting experience—allows me to help applicants develop applications that are both authentic and strategically compelling.

I am a Master in Public Policy graduate and incoming PhD student at Harvard University. I bring both personal experience and professional insight into the graduate admissions process, having navigated competitive applications myself and supported others along the way. I’ve worked across academia, government, non-profit sector and international organizations, and I understand what top programs look for in candidates. I approach applications strategically, helping people to clearly communicate their story, sharpen their essays, and position their experiences in a way that resonates with admissions committees. Whether it’s structuring a compelling narrative, refining statements of purpose, or preparing for interviews, I focus on being practical, honest, and tailored to each applicant’s goals.

Welcome to my profile! I'm Emmanuel Ifeanyi, a future MBA candidate at the Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley, with a strong background in finance and real estate from Santa Clara University. My diverse professional experience spans management consulting at Accenture, strategic finance at Mattel, and content creation with a significant social media following. I've successfully coached numerous individuals in navigating the complexities of master's program applications, leveraging my insights from roles at top firms like Deloitte and Dunbar Capital. Whether you're looking to refine your application strategy or need guidance on showcasing your unique strengths, I'm here to help you achieve your academic and career goals. Let's connect and craft a plan tailored to your success!

Welcome to my profile! As a current MBA student at The Wharton School and a Master of City Planning candidate at the University of Pennsylvania, I bring a unique blend of business acumen and urban planning expertise to my coaching. My professional journey includes roles at top firms like Hines and Peak Capital Partners, where I honed my skills in real estate development and acquisitions. I am passionate about helping aspiring master's program candidates navigate the complex admissions process. Whether you need guidance on crafting compelling applications or strategizing your career path, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's connect and work together to achieve your academic and professional goals!

Landing a great engineering job takes more than a strong GPA or technical skills. Employers look for candidates who can solve complex problems, communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, and make an immediate impact. Having built my own engineering career from the ground up, I understand exactly what hiring managers are looking for. I graduated first in my mechanical engineering class and later earned a master's degree on a full scholarship before spending more than six years at Cummins, a Fortune 500 global engineering company. During my time there, I was promoted ahead of schedule, led high-impact engineering projects worth millions of dollars, collaborated with cross-functional teams, and mentored junior engineers as they developed their careers. I have also successfully transitioned from engineering into strategy, investment banking, and corporate development, giving me a broader perspective on the skills that distinguish top engineering talent. I coach students and early-career professionals on resumes, interview preparation, internship and full-time recruiting, networking, career strategy, and professional development. Whether you're pursuing your first engineering internship, a full-time role at a leading company, or looking to accelerate your career, I'll help you present your experience with confidence and develop a strategy that sets you apart from the competition.

I hold master’s degrees from both NYU and Clemson, so I understand firsthand what it’s like to apply to competitive graduate programs - and how to stand out. My 11+ years working in admissions at top universities have given me an insider’s perspective on what committees look for and how candidates can distinguish themselves. As an ICF-Certified Coach, I bring a supportive yet strategic approach to guiding applicants through the graduate admissions process. From refining your personal statement to highlighting your academic and professional achievements, I’ll help you craft an application that demonstrates your readiness and confidence.