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Northwestern University Former Admissions Rep & Graduate
Daniel S.

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Hello! I am a former admissions representative at Northwestern University. I now work as an independent college admissions application consultant, and I would love to help you get into your dream school. I have two specialties in my practice: Application Consulting and Candidacy Development.

Application Counseling is geared towards 12th graders who need guidance on their college applications. Whether they need help brainstorming essay topics for the common app, crafting a strategic school...

Hello! I am a former admissions representative at Northwestern University. I now work as an independent college admissions application consultant, and I would love to help you get into your dream school. I have two specialties in my practice: Application Consulting and Candidacy Development.

Application Counseling is geared towards 12th graders who need guidance on their college applications. Whether they need help brainstorming essay topics for the common app, crafting a strategic school list, interview preparation, or creating an activities list, I am here to help.

Candidacy Development is tailored to students between 8th and 11th grade who need guidance on extracurricular selection and sourcing leadership opportunities outside of school. In the past, I have helped students spearhead non-profits in addition to creating mentorship programs and independent studies for students to pursue with professors at leading universities in the USA.

My students have been accepted into the following schools:
Amherst College, Boston University, Brown University, Carnegie Mellon University, Cornell University, Emerson College, Emory University, Harvard University, The New School, Northeastern University, Northwestern University, Parsons School of Design, Pratt Institute, Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Rice University, Rutgers University, Sarah Lawrence College, Syracuse University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego, University of the Arts London, University of Michigan, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, University of Oxford, University of Pennsylvania, University of Southern California, University of Virginia, Vanderbilt University, and Washington University in St. Louis.

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Education

Northwestern University
Business, Communications, and Opera
Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Management
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College Counseling

College Counseling

Daniel earned his bachelor's degrees from Northwestern University and later earned his master's degree at the Kellogg School of Management. In addition, Daniel served as an Admissions Representative at Northwestern, working closely with the admissions committee and learned how to evaluate undergraduate and graduate applications to the world's most competitive institutions.
Ear Training

Ear Training

Hello! My name is Daniel, and I graduated from Northwestern University with bachelor's degrees in Opera Performance and Communication, with a minor in Musical Theatre. I completed four years of ear training and music theory and enjoyed these subjects so much that I began tutoring others who are struggling. I am equipped to help students with both movable and immovable do solfege systems.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I enjoy helping students find their voice and tell their own story through reflective writing. As a former admissions representative at Northwestern University, I understand what colleges are looking for through their application essay requirements, and walk my students through every part of the process. In my career, I have helped students with thousands of essays from the first draft to final submission.
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

As a former member of Northwestern University's Admissions Interview Council, I am very familiar with the interview process at selective colleges and universities. During interviews, I encourage students to focus on their "brand" as a student to maintain a cohesive theme that connects their application. After working with me, students will be confident in answering questions effectively while also tailoring responses to different school cultures.
Music Theory

Music Theory

I graduated from Northwestern University with degrees in Vocal Performance and Communication. I completed 3 years of music theory courses, including AP Music Theory. Since graduating, I have sung with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Suzhou Symphony Orchestra, and at various venues across Mainland China.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I am a former admissions rep at Northwestern University, now working with students to craft compelling college application personal statements. The key to a strong personal statement is developing a strong "Application Brand" that highlights a student's unique traits and interests, in turn allowing them to tell a compelling story. I guide students through every step of the essay-writing process, which includes brainstorming and revising each draft to ensure their essays cover what admissions officers are looking for.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

Hello! My name is Daniel, and I am a public speaking coach. In my experience in five different countries, I have taught students of all ages, as young as five up to age 70! I realize that not everybody is an extrovert, so I tailor my teaching style to each student. With all of my students, my goal is to help arm them with confidence by mastering the most critical aspects of public speaking: Starting strong, eye contact, body language, narrative structure, anxiety management, and building a connection with an audience. Whether you are preparing a speech for a class, a presentation for a board meeting, or you want to ace your next public speaking competition, I am here for you. I
Sight Singing

Sight Singing

Hello! My name is Daniel, and I graduated from Northwestern University with bachelor's degrees in Opera Performance and Communication, with a minor in Musical Theatre. After completing four years of sight-singing, ear training and music theory, I have developed exceptionally strong relative pitch. I am excited to show you my method and help you achieve the same results. I am equipped to help students with both movable and immovable do solfege systems.
SSAT

SSAT

I have been in the admissions realm for 6 years, helping students apply and gain admission to the boarding schools and colleges of their dreams. I am equipped to help students increase their SSAT scores by helping with practice test questions and devising a successful study plan. Furthermore, I am experienced in helping students put together a strong personal statement that truly captures who they are and what they can offer to each school they are applying to.
Theater

Theater

Daniel is a graduate of Northwestern University, where he received his bachelor's degrees in Musical Theatre and Opera Performance. Some of Daniel’s professional regional performance credits include Man In Chair in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE and Rod in AVENUE Q, both at the San Jose Montgomery Theatre. In Chicago, Daniel worked as a singer with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and as a featured soloist in the United States premiere of "LA RÉVOLUTION FRANÇAISE" at FWD Theatre Project, directed by David H. Bell, Claude-Michel Schönberg, and Alain Boublil. In addition to his performance credits, Daniel is also an accomplished pianist and music director, working on showcase productions with the Broadway Dreams Foundation in New York and Los Angeles.
Voice (Music)

Voice (Music)

Are you looking for help with an upcoming audition? Whether you are interested in singing musical theatre, pop, rock, jazz, or classical, I'm here to help. My singing career started with the Chicago Symphony after graduating from Northwestern. Soon thereafter, I moved to Shanghai, China, where I became a resident soloist with the iSing Music Festival and the Suzhou Symphony Orchestra. I enjoy helping students of all ages discover their voice and build confidence through music!
Elementary Math
English
Proofreading
Writing

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Admitted to UCLA!

Daniel helped me achieve my dream of being accepted at UCLA. He was extremely thorough with every part of my application, including my essays, activities lists, and everything in between. I worked with many other counselors who didn’t seem to care, but I could sense that Daniel has a genuine passion for helping his students. Thank you so much!

Constance, 7 lessons with Daniel

Great Resource!

Daniel was patient and helped me understand the college admissions process. We started off really confused, but he was able to give us some valuable feedback that made us feel a lot more confident. We've only had a few meetings so far, but I know that we will continue to utilize his professional advice

Joey, 5 lessons with Daniel

Amazing and Incredibly Helpful Experience!

I couldn’t have gotten through the college application process without Daniel. From the start, he helped me figure out my college list, write a strong personal statement, and perfect all of my supplemental essays. He was always super responsive and excited to help, which made the whole process feel way less stressful. What I appreciated most was how personal his feedback was. He really focused on highlighting who I am as a person, which made my applications feel true to me. On top of that, he gave me so many helpful resources, like planning documents and scholarship opportunities, that made everything so much more manageable. Thanks to Daniel, I feel really confident about my applications, and I couldn’t have done it without him. If you’re looking for someone who’s supportive, easy to work with, and knows what they're doing, Daniel is the best!

Jeffrey, 3 lessons with Daniel

Efficient, Supportive, and Incredibly Knowledgeable!

When I first started looking for a College Counselor in August of last year it all felt incredibly overwhelming. I interviewed around 15 different tutors and Daniel was the very last tutor I met with. Going into the meeting with Daniel I was almost positive that I was going to go with a different tutor but I decided to meet with Daniel anyways and I am incredibly thankful that I did. As soon as I met Daniel I could tell that he was a professional. He led the meeting with incredible efficiency, no time was wasted whatsoever. As soon as I left the meeting I knew that I had found my College Counselor. A few days later we met for our first actual meeting and Daniel immediately gave me an exhaustive spreadsheet that outlined the entire process of the College Application process with a bunch of different worksheets that simplified the entire process. We always managed to get an astounding amount of work done in our meetings together and after each and every meeting Daniel always sent me a clear follow up email with my homework for the week which made my life a lot easier! Going into the college application season I felt extremely overwhelmed by the whole process but Daniel managed to make me feel as though I had everything under control and, with his help, I actually did have everything under control! I just finished my final application without a hitch and I hope to find out soon where I got in. I already got into Penn State! All in all, Daniel is an incredibly kind, efficient, supportive, and knowledgeable guy who manages to keep his meetings lighthearted yet serious and he will even crack a joke every once in a while! He gives you the confidence to be able to do whatever College Applications you set your mind to! Best Counselor Ever!

Leonard, 7 lessons with Daniel

Knowledgeable and Amazing College Counselor!

Daniel helped me with my college essays and he was very knowledgeable on helping students polish their application. I always enjoyed our sessions together and learned a lot from him! He is always very understanding and knows how to highlight a student's uniqueness. Most importantly, he made my college application process more enjoyable and easier to approach and I am very grateful to have him as my mentor.

Stella, 6 lessons with Daniel

Easy to talk to and willing to help

I needed good advice on a high school schedule conflict for my son, fast. Daniel was quick to respond and willing to have a short chat with me free of charge, which I very much appreciated. So, I booked a meeting with Daniel for my son to talk about all things college application and building his resume. He seemed to like talking to Daniel and was eager to share what he learned. We've only had one session but plan to book more!

Abby, 1 lesson with Daniel

What a PRO 10+*!

What a PRO -provided same day music lesson that made the audition a breeze! Thank you so much! What a PRO -provided same day music lesson that made the audition a breeze! Thank you so much!

Karen, 1 lesson with Daniel

Great Resource!

Daniel was patient and helped me understand the college admissions process. We started off really confused, but he was able to give us some valuable feedback that made us feel a lot more confident. We've only had one meeting so far, but I know that we will continue to utilize his professional advice

Joey, 5 lessons with Daniel

excellent coach

Daniel is a great coach. He listens very patiently and comes up with excellent feedbacks. I would definitely recommend. He went through candidate profile and suggested improvements.

Aaryan, 2 lessons with Daniel

Knowledgeable, personalized guidance

Daniel has provided exceptional guidance, helping my son craft a compelling personal narrative that brought his application to life. Daniel helped my son summarize his interests, goals, and essence in a concise way that provided a compass to guide the rest of the application. Daniel then helped rework my son's essay to showcase things in a more unique, personalized way. Daniel's feedback was insightful and actionable. He also carefully reviewed my son's activities list and offered great suggestions to highlight his achievements. Daniel's deep knowledge of the admissions process, as well as his strategic and creative approach, were invaluable. He instilled confidence in my son and has helped greatly for him to put his best foot forward.

Genni, 3 lessons with Daniel
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