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As an incoming MD/MBA resident and former Fulbright Scholar, I have experience on multiple review committees for higher education. I have helped countless students receive acceptance to their dream programs, and pride myself on providing constructive and thoughtful feedback that helps students describe to committees who...
As an incoming MD/MBA resident and former Fulbright Scholar, I have experience on multiple review committees for higher education. I have helped countless students receive acceptance to their dream programs, and pride myself on providing constructive and thoughtful feedback that helps students describe to committees who...
Working with Max was one of the best decisions I made in preparing for my fellowship interviews. The value I gained from our mock interview sessions was truly exceptional. Max’s structured approach and insightful feedback complete... - Michael, 2 lessons with Max

Durham, NC
I am a current student at Duke University School of Medicine and have extensive experience mentoring students through academic and career planning. I have successfully navigated competitive college, graduate, and professional school admissions processes and enjoy helping students present their experiences effectively. I...
I am a current student at Duke University School of Medicine and have extensive experience mentoring students through academic and career planning. I have successfully navigated competitive college, graduate, and professional school admissions processes and enjoy helping students present their experiences effectively. I...

Durham, NC
I hold a PhD in Education, have taught and advised students at the university level for over 25 years, served as a graduate admissions chair for 10+ years, have worked with both graduate and undergraduate students on theses and dissertations, have tutored high school students who are preparing college admissions...
I hold a PhD in Education, have taught and advised students at the university level for over 25 years, served as a graduate admissions chair for 10+ years, have worked with both graduate and undergraduate students on theses and dissertations, have tutored high school students who are preparing college admissions...
I want to thank Kathleen for helping me get into my top Ivy league school! Her communication and editing were efficient, streamlined, and very effective. She was able to look at my rough drafts and understand exactly what kind of ... - Jeremy, 16 lessons with Kathleen

Durham, NC
I am an experienced tutor with 8 years' experience helping high school and college students make the most of their education, from mastering study skills to applying for college and graduate/professional schools. As a grad student, I volunteered with my university's Pre-Graduate Education Advising Program, where I...
I am an experienced tutor with 8 years' experience helping high school and college students make the most of their education, from mastering study skills to applying for college and graduate/professional schools. As a grad student, I volunteered with my university's Pre-Graduate Education Advising Program, where I...
The easiest way to describe Samantha's help is by saying PERFECT! She helped us in everything, from navigating the commonapp and creating a college application process strategy, to writing essays and answering questions in the mo... - Elina, 14 lessons with Samantha

Durham, NC
I work at the Duke College Advising Corps, where I have helped students gain admission to top universities.
I work at the Duke College Advising Corps, where I have helped students gain admission to top universities.

Near Durham, NC
I am a physician experienced in navigating and mentoring dozens of students through competitive college and pre-med admissions. I work closely with multiple pre-med, high school, and non-traditional students on personal statements, secondary-style essays, and application strategy, including accelerated and BSMD pathway...
I am a physician experienced in navigating and mentoring dozens of students through competitive college and pre-med admissions. I work closely with multiple pre-med, high school, and non-traditional students on personal statements, secondary-style essays, and application strategy, including accelerated and BSMD pathway...

Near Durham, NC
I previously worked as an application consultant for a college admissions company. While there, I mentored students individually throughout the application cycle and workshopped their personal statements and supplemental essays. This involved multiple rounds of essay editing paired with discussions of goals and values to...
I previously worked as an application consultant for a college admissions company. While there, I mentored students individually throughout the application cycle and workshopped their personal statements and supplemental essays. This involved multiple rounds of essay editing paired with discussions of goals and values to...

Near Durham, NC
During my 3-year role as a Writing Consultant at Duke University, I worked with 175+ writers ranging from undergraduates to Ph.D. candidates. This included reviewing and refining Personal Statements for Medical School, Graduate/Professional School, and Scholarships. Additionally, I have 2 years of experience of...
During my 3-year role as a Writing Consultant at Duke University, I worked with 175+ writers ranging from undergraduates to Ph.D. candidates. This included reviewing and refining Personal Statements for Medical School, Graduate/Professional School, and Scholarships. Additionally, I have 2 years of experience of...
I can't say enough amazing things about Rebecca—she is the perfect tutor for navigating the college application process! Rebecca was incredibly supportive and truly went above and beyond. I procrastinated on my supplemental essays... - Lyla, 6 lessons with Rebecca

Near Durham, NC
After a career spanning from journalist to tech writer to HS English teacher (words and stories have always been my thing!), I shifted from education to educational consulting after receiving an MS in Leadership and Organizational Development with a Certificate in Transformational Leadership from UT Dallas. I then went...
After a career spanning from journalist to tech writer to HS English teacher (words and stories have always been my thing!), I shifted from education to educational consulting after receiving an MS in Leadership and Organizational Development with a Certificate in Transformational Leadership from UT Dallas. I then went...
Alisa is an excellent counselor who helped answer all of our questions. She has extensive knowledge in all areas of college counseling and recommended many options that fit our requirements perfectly. We highly recommend her to an... - Giridhara , 3 lessons with Alisa

Near Durham, NC
As an high school teacher, I helped students with SATs, college essays, application processes, and more. I've written letters of recommendation and seen some students go on to win full scholarships. I am also a Caldwell scholar alumna and interview students applying for scholarships, so am familiar with the procedures...
As an high school teacher, I helped students with SATs, college essays, application processes, and more. I've written letters of recommendation and seen some students go on to win full scholarships. I am also a Caldwell scholar alumna and interview students applying for scholarships, so am familiar with the procedures...
Beth has been such a huge help, not only to myself but to both of my kids. She has been an invaluable resource helping my daughter with her AP Spanish and AP Calculus, as well as my son with chemistry. She is extremely patient, ... - Kris, 94 lessons with Beth

As a current admissions leader at Colorado College, I've spent more than 15 years helping high school students and families navigate the college admissions process. I review applications through a holistic admissions process and understand...
As a current admissions leader at Colorado College, I've spent more than 15 years helping high school students and families navigate the college admissions process. I review applications through a holistic admissions process and understand...
Glenn has been an absolute lifesaver for me! Because I didn’t really understand what admissions officers were looking for or what qualities colleges valued in applicants, I felt completely lost about what direction to take with my... - Sunhee, 10 lessons with Glenn

I worked at a college consulting company for a couple of months, where I learned the important tips and tricks for you to maximize your chances of getting in college. Additionally, I have a lot of knowledge about different courses and AP exams to...
I worked at a college consulting company for a couple of months, where I learned the important tips and tricks for you to maximize your chances of getting in college. Additionally, I have a lot of knowledge about different courses and AP exams to...
Joyce helped me achieve 5s on the AP test for both AP precalc and AP psych. We did a lot of practice problems and for everything I didn’t know how to do, she guided me through the problem and explained how to do it. In precalc, al... - Sonia, 19 lessons with Joyce

I am a current MD candidate at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and a Northwestern University graduate, offering personalized college counseling and academic advising for high school students applying to selective...
I am a current MD candidate at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and a Northwestern University graduate, offering personalized college counseling and academic advising for high school students applying to selective...

I help students craft unforgettable college applications that get noticed. With over five years of experience and 100+ students admitted to top schools (including Harvard, Yale, UCLA, and Notre Dame), I guide every step of the process, from school...
I help students craft unforgettable college applications that get noticed. With over five years of experience and 100+ students admitted to top schools (including Harvard, Yale, UCLA, and Notre Dame), I guide every step of the process, from school...
We are so grateful we found Aric to help our son with his college essays! He worked efficiently and was great at helping our son identify the right themes to highlight his strengths while staying true to his own voice. With such l... - Ali, 3 lessons with Aric

I recently navigated the college admissions process myself, applying to over 60 colleges, gaining acceptance to multiple top universities, and receiving over $640,000 in scholarships. I have experience guiding students through every step of the...
I recently navigated the college admissions process myself, applying to over 60 colleges, gaining acceptance to multiple top universities, and receiving over $640,000 in scholarships. I have experience guiding students through every step of the...

Proven success guiding students to admission at top universities including Harvard, Yale, Columbia, and Stanford through strategic essay coaching and application planning. Firsthand expertise in the full admissions process, graduating...
Proven success guiding students to admission at top universities including Harvard, Yale, Columbia, and Stanford through strategic essay coaching and application planning. Firsthand expertise in the full admissions process, graduating...
Gabriel has made a remarkable impact on our children’s academic journey. His expertise, patience, and personalized approach have been instrumental in helping my daughter refine her college admission essays. Thanks to his guidance,... - Linh, 7 lessons with Gabriel

Current Assistant Professor at a major R1 institution. I have 7 years of advising and tutoring experience for aspiring and current undergraduate students. I also teach a pre-college seminar course each summer for high school students on my...
Current Assistant Professor at a major R1 institution. I have 7 years of advising and tutoring experience for aspiring and current undergraduate students. I also teach a pre-college seminar course each summer for high school students on my...

Whether it be creating the perfect college list or writing an activities list that captures the attention of admissions officers, I've been through the process and understand what it takes to make an application stand out. Going through the...
Whether it be creating the perfect college list or writing an activities list that captures the attention of admissions officers, I've been through the process and understand what it takes to make an application stand out. Going through the...

Dr. S.’s College Counseling services provide comprehensive support for your college admission process, regardless of your intended major. She will guide you in crafting compelling essays and polished resumes that stand out to admissions...
Dr. S.’s College Counseling services provide comprehensive support for your college admission process, regardless of your intended major. She will guide you in crafting compelling essays and polished resumes that stand out to admissions...
I came into our College Counseling session unsure and hesitant, with tons of questions and uncertainties regarding my direction after high school. Dr. Beth guided me, consulted me and made me feel a lot more confident and better ... - Daniel, 2 lessons with Dr. Beth

As a Harvard and UC Berkeley graduate, I have spent the last 20 years guiding thousands of students from across the country and the globe to get acceptances at Stanford, UCLA, Berkeley, Harvard, Yale and other top universities. Specializing in UC...
As a Harvard and UC Berkeley graduate, I have spent the last 20 years guiding thousands of students from across the country and the globe to get acceptances at Stanford, UCLA, Berkeley, Harvard, Yale and other top universities. Specializing in UC...

I have worked with 11-12th graders to create and finalize a college list, write their common application essay and their supplements. I have acted as an official mentor through a National College Expedition for two years and continue to work with...
I have worked with 11-12th graders to create and finalize a college list, write their common application essay and their supplements. I have acted as an official mentor through a National College Expedition for two years and continue to work with...

I believe that a great interview reveals that you did the groundwork to learn about the position, demonstrates the quality of your character, and leaves the interviewer with a concise message about who you are. I'm excited to help you get into...
I believe that a great interview reveals that you did the groundwork to learn about the position, demonstrates the quality of your character, and leaves the interviewer with a concise message about who you are. I'm excited to help you get into...
I cannot express enough how incredible my experience with Tyler was. From day one, he was incredibly supportive and motivating. His guidance helped me transform my answers from good to A+ quality, and he provided insightful feedba... - Bella, 13 lessons with Tyler

I thoroughly enjoy helping students discover their written voice to tell the stories only they can tell. I have proven methods of crafting the ideal college essay and grad school personal statement, from the brainstorming process for the main...
I thoroughly enjoy helping students discover their written voice to tell the stories only they can tell. I have proven methods of crafting the ideal college essay and grad school personal statement, from the brainstorming process for the main...

I am a STEM-focused college consultant with over a decade of experience supporting more than 1,000 students from K–12 through college admissions. My students have been accepted to top universities such as Ivies and top UC's. I specialize in...
I am a STEM-focused college consultant with over a decade of experience supporting more than 1,000 students from K–12 through college admissions. My students have been accepted to top universities such as Ivies and top UC's. I specialize in...
I reached out to Emily for help building my son's college list. My son wasn't making progress in developing his own list and we didn't really know what kind of schools he was competitive for. Emily took the time to evaluate my son... - Marcus, 2 lessons with Emily

I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.
I have worked with a number of students on their college essays and applications, each time helping their craft powerful and engaging answers to unique sets of questions for respective college application.
Brian helped me further develop my idea for my college essay. Before I was lost and had no more than an idea, after just 30 minutes I left with new found inspiration and direction. I fully recommend Brian! - Krisztina , 2 lessons with Brian
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