Browse Consultants

Josh Nkoy

School List - Essay Editing - Application Final Review
School Final Decision - Interview Prep

place Sandy, Utah

school Stanford University, Bachelor , Cognitive Science , Computer Science

work_outline 7.4 years experience , Current Independent Consulting and Tutoring at Self-Employed

emoji_emotions My name is Josh Nkoy, and I am a senior at Stanford University majoring in cognitive science and computer science. I achieved a 35/36 on the ACT in 2017, and I was accepted into all 13 schools I applied to. In addition, I have mentored 5 people into being accepted at their first-choice colleges over the past four years! Schools that my mentees and I have been accepted to include Stanford, Harvard, Brown, Duke, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern, WUSTL, Boston Univ., Univ. of Rochester, Notre Dame, USC, and many others! Let me help you get into a selective institution!

Alice Liu

Background Evaluation - Application Planning - Extracurricular Activities
Major and Career Consulting - School List - Resume Portfolio - Application Final Review - Admission Appeal - Interview Prep - School Final Decision - School Introduction

place Shanghai, Shanghai

school Northwestern University, Master , Higher Education Administration and Policy

work_outline 7.4 years experience , Current International Student Admissions Consultant at Independent

emoji_emotions Having worked as an admissions counselor at Northwestern University Office of Undergraduate Admissions, I am specialized in helping 9-12th grade international students (particularly Asia region) towards getting their acceptance letters from their dream schools. In the past, I've successfully helped students get into some top US universities including Northwestern University, NYU, CMU, USC, University of Michigan, UCLA, UC Berkeley, etc.

Helen Chiu

Resume Portfolio

place Los Angeles, California

school Harvard University, Master , Human Development

work_outline 6.8 years experience , Current Founder & Admissions Consultant at Auguste Education Company

emoji_emotions Helen combines research on higher education and adolescent development to counsel her students, gaining them acceptance to Ivy+ universities. Helen has served as an interviewer for the Gates Millennium Scholarship and InitialView; a conference proposal reviewer for the National Association for College Admission Counseling; and a member of the Harvard Alumni for Education. Helen graduated with honors from the University of Chicago as an Odyssey Scholar and Career in Public and Social Services Fellow. During her master’s studies at Harvard, she won the Dean’s Making Caring Common Challenge.

Elena Pesin

Background Evaluation - Application Planning - Extracurricular Activities
Major and Career Consulting - School List - Essay Editing - Resume Portfolio - Application Final Review - Admission Appeal - Interview Prep - School Final Decision - Predeparture Preparation

place Jersey City, New Jersey

school Loyola University Chicago, Bachelor , Political Science

work_outline 6.6 years experience , Current Educational Consultant at Global Scholar College Consulting

emoji_emotions I view each student's application process as a personal challenge to find the best possible options for the student. For this reason, I devote a lot of time and effort to understanding those qualities that make them stand out from the rest of the crowd and proceed from that point to skillfully package their unique attributes and accomplishments. For example, I recently helped a home school student without a formal high school transcript get accepted at a highly selective art school. I concentrated on showcasing his artistic talent, rich array of extracurricular activities, and a personal statement written from a unique perspective.

Kate Schrage

Application Planning - School List - Essay Editing
Application Final Review - School Final Decision - Interview Prep - School Introduction

place Los Angeles, California

school Cornell University, Bachelor , English

work_outline 6.5 years experience , Current Founder, Applications Consultant at Catapult Admissions

emoji_emotions Kate Schrage is an English Major at Cornell University, embarking on her fourth year of college applications consulting. A national award-winning poet and twice-produced playwright, Kate specializes in helping clients write compelling, personal, and unique essays for schools that perfectly suit their preferences. Boasting client admission to a majority of the top 30 colleges and 100% client satisfaction, Kate knows the college process is a personal one; so let's treat it like one.

Jason Hoelzel

Consulting - School List - Essay Editing
Application Final Review - School Final Decision

place Brooklyn, New York

school Harvard University, Master , Divinity/Ministry

work_outline 6.5 years experience , Current Writing Mentor at Crimson Education

Lauren Benjamin

School List - Financial Aid Assistance - Application Planning
Essay Editing - Extracurricular Activities - Essay Editing - Resume Portfolio - Application Final Review - Admission Appeal - Interview Prep - School Final Decision - School Introduction

place Brooklyn, New York

school New York University, Master , International Education

work_outline 6.3 years experience , Current College Advisor at College Advising Corps

emoji_emotions I have been serving with the NYU College Advising Corps for the past three years. During this time, I have enjoyed developing meaningful and transformative relationships with my students and fellow advisers. I know from my own experience how impactful a college degree can be; as such, I take my role very seriously in guiding students throughout a process that has gotten the reputation of being very daunting and taxing. With over 4,000 colleges and universities in the U.S., I know that there is a best fit school out there for every student, and I look forward to helping each student find their own best fit.

Thien An Bui

Consulting

place New Haven, Connecticut

school Yale University, Bachelor , Economics

work_outline 6.2 years experience , Current Instructor at iLearn World

David Rath

Consulting

place Montverde, Florida

school George Washington University, Doctorate , Educational Leadership

work_outline 6.0 years experience , Current Owner at Smart School Placement, LLC

emoji_emotions I have over 30 years' experience in independent schools in the United States and 11 years' experience as a Head of School. I have spent those years working with countless students, helping them to find the best fit boarding school, college or university. My websites are smartschoolplacement.com and smartschoolplacement.cn.

Anna TenBroek

Consulting

place Washinton, District of Columbia

school Georgetown University, Master , Communication, Culture and Technology

work_outline 5.9 years experience , Past Admissions Counselor at IvyGate International Education Group

Sydney Garick

Background Evaluation - Application Planning - Extracurricular Activities
School List - Essay Editing - Resume Portfolio - Application Final Review - Interview Prep - School Final Decision

place New Haven, Connecticut

school Yale University, Master , Technical Design & Production

work_outline 5.8 years experience , Current Essay Advisor at Story2

emoji_emotions After applying to colleges I found myself feeling like I wanted to help other students learn all that I had during the application process. I've been helping students with their applications, from choosing which schools are appropriate to crafting their activities lists to writing a winning essay, since! I'm interested in helping students of all ages and interests and can't wait to get started!

Leonor Willis, M.S.Ed.

Essay Editing

place Baltimore, Maryland

school Johns Hopkins University, Master , Education

work_outline 5.6 years experience , Current Senior Advisor at CollegeAdvisor.com

Ziah Dean

Background Evaluation - Application Planning - Extracurricular Activities
Major and Career Consulting - School List - Essay Editing - Resume Portfolio - Application Final Review - Interview Prep - School Final Decision - School Introduction

place Hayward, California

school University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Doctorate , Biophysics

work_outline 5.4 years experience , Current Instructor at ViaX Online Education

emoji_emotions I have had to pleasure of consulting students in their educational endeavors for about 5-6 years. In my experience every student I have supported has entered into a university of their choice. The highlight of my experience has been the success of those student who don't seem to have much hope due to low GPAs and test scores. With hard work and determination the road to higher education is possible for anyone.

Alex Luong

Background Evaluation - Consulting - Background Evaluation
Application Planning - Extracurricular Activities - Major and Career Consulting - School List - Essay Editing - Resume Portfolio - Application Final Review - Admission Appeal - Interview Prep - School Final Decision - School Introduction

place Los Angeles, California

school University of Southern California, Master , Educational Counseling

work_outline 5.4 years experience , Current Student Success Coach at Long Beach City College

emoji_emotions After attending and serving many different levels of post-secondary education, I have witnessed first-hand the ins and outs of all higher education systems. I have students from local state colleges all the way to some of the most prestigious ivy league institutions. I pride myself in my abilities to help students learn about college resources, helping students master college interviews and essays, and using my interpersonal skills to ensure that students are aware of their own potential. My students enter college feeling prepared academically and also a sense of belonging.

Anna Martinez

$800/ 5 schools
Essay Editing - School List - Application Final Review

place New York, New York

school New York University, Master , Higher Education & Student Affairs (hesa)

work_outline 5.3 years experience , Current College Counselor at American Dream School

emoji_emotions The college process is complicated and a little scary. My emphasize is on ensuring both the student and parent are involved in every step of the process. I have been a college counselor for about 3 years now, working with predominately low-income, first-generation, immigrants and undocumented students. I have gotten students into colleges like Cornell University and Trinity College. I can speak strongly about women colleges, Northeastern colleges and liberal arts colleges. Also, I applied Early Decision and can speak on that. I am currently in a Higher Ed and Student Affairs program at NYU Steinhardt.