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How do I help?
In short, I help you present the best version of yourself to admissions offices. Most frequently, this involves me reviewing your applications and asking clarifying questions to guide you into phrasing that maximizes the information shared about you in the most easily digestible way.
Who am I?
I've been working in undergraduate and graduate educational consulting since 2017 and have worked in education in various capacities for nearly a decade.
I earned my Masters from Stanford University in International Education Policy Analysis. Following graduation, I spent some time working in Ed tech and Ed research throughout the San Francsico Bay Area before shifting my focus to international high schools.
For my undergraduate studies, I attended the University of North Carolina at Asheville on a full merit scholarship. I double majored in Psychology and Sociology with a focus on research and graduated within three years with Honors. After that, I spent one year teaching and traveling in China.
I am also a professionally trained classical ballerina and spend my free time training aerial silks, yoga, and traveling throughout the States. I currently reside on the U.S. East Coast.
“Alyssa was essential to my being admitted to my first choice MBA program. She helped me meet deadlines I thought were out of my reach and consistently provided thorough and insightful feedback.”
—Duke University, MBA student
“I could not have done the college application process without Alyssa’s help! She helped me stay organized with deadlines, introduced me to schools I hadn’t thought of before, provided fantastic feedback on me essays, all while reducing anxiety about the process.”
— Current college student, University of Vermont
"I took help from Alyssa for MBA consulting to apply for B-schools during the second round in 2021. I was late to start my applications, but Alyssa gave me confidence that together we would be able to make these applications. With her I was able to complete 5 school applications (top 5 US B schools) in such a short span of time. She was my constant source of motivation.
She forced me to think deeply around my goals and decide on a story that was close to my heart. She has a lot of school specific knowledge and helps in understanding the culture of those schools. She also helped me in writing with auxiliary questions such as experience and school projects. She helped to bring my story in the best possible period.
She always made me clear when I could expect the feedback and always prompt in supporting me. She is a great listener and can help in bringing clarity in the essays.
I would recommend Alyssa to anyone who is not only looking for great guidance but also someone who can motivate you during the journey. "
-Current University of California, Berkeley HAAS student