I offer 1:1 essay + admissions coaching to students with a wide range of grades, test scores, and writing abilities.
Whether they’re staying close to home or aiming for a highly selective university, I work with students who approach the writing process with an open mind, an honest voice + a willingness to accept feedback.
Guidance for every student on any path.
Full story strategy + support
Common App Personal Statement
The personal statement can be intimidating. I get it. How do you convey your values, passions + experiences in 650 words while making a memorable impression? Most students have never written about themselves this way before, which often leaves them staring at a blinking cursor.
The Common App essay can be the most time-intensive part of the application. But it’s also your chance to bring yourself to life on paper + show colleges the person behind the grades and test scores.
I help students dig deep, craft compelling narratives with creativity + heart, and uncover meaningful insights about themselves (yep, it's pretty awesome).
Together, we brainstorm, write, and revise until the final essay feels authentic, clear, and unmistakably their own.
Supplemental essays
Showing personality + fit is essential in supplemental essays. These responses give students additional opportunities to showcase their curiosity, growth, values, interests, and sense of belonging. Think of them as new chapters in the application, each one revealing something different.
We approach supplemental essays with strategy, creativity + focus, connecting past experiences with future goals and demonstrating why each student is a strong fit for a particular school.
Together, we focus on:
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Identifying overlapping prompts + creating a writing plan
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Brainstorming meaningful anecdotes
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Aligning essays with each school’s values + mission
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Incorporating specific details that matter
Application strategy
Many applicants look similar on paper: strong grades, rigorous coursework, impressive test scores + similar activities. What sets students apart are the stories, leadership + impact behind those accomplishments.
No two students bring the same experiences or perspectives. That’s what colleges are trying to understand as they read applications. What matters isn’t just what a student has done, but who they are + who they are becoming.
I help students uncover the meaning behind their experiences so their application doesn’t read like a disconnected list of accomplishments. We identify what they want colleges to understand about them, then make intentional choices about how each part of the application can contribute to that story. The result is an application that feels thoughtful, cohesive + memorable.
My job is to be sure the person behind the application is impossible to miss.
College planning
It’s never too early to think about college! For underclassmen, it’s important to remember that you have control over your narrative. Strong applications aren’t built in a year by stacking random activities. They’re built through intentional choices, genuine involvement + experiences that reflect your interests, strengths, and goals.
That’s why starting early can make such a difference. Many families want support guiding students toward meaningful involvement, stronger direction + a more intentional approach to the college process.
I offer flexible planning sessions for students at every stage of high school, including:
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Course + activity alignment
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Best-fit college list building
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Leadership positioning
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Admissions outreach
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Demonstrated interest strategies
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College tour planning
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Summer planning + internship opportunities
Download my free monthly timeline to keep your upperclassman on track!
Interview preparation
Many colleges offer in-person or virtual interviews with admissions staff, alumni, or current students. I encourage seniors to take advantage of these opportunities. Together, we'll discuss effective strategies, practice common questions, and conduct mock interviews designed to build confidence + reduce anxiety.
Interviews are an opportunity for students to let their personalities shine + share qualities that may not fully come across elsewhere in the application. Whether in person or on camera, I'll help your student feel prepared, confident, and ready to make a strong impression.
Some colleges also invite students to submit a Glimpse video with their application. We can brainstorm, plan, and practice a short video that highlights your student’s personality, interests, and experiences in an engaging + authentic way.
Scholarship + Honors essays
I support admitted students with scholarship + Honors College applications. Together, we create thoughtful submissions that highlight each student’s values, strengths + potential for scholarships at the local, state, and national levels.
Honors applications often require multiple essays with tight turnaround times, making a strong strategy essential. We’ll develop compelling responses that show what your student will contribute to the community + why that community is a strong fit for them.