Our team consists of Ivy+ seasoned professionals who have made the final decisions on
thousands of applications at the world's most selective universities.
Stacy Chen
Former Admissions Officer, Harvard University
Stacy Chen views the college application as a complete narrative. This perspective is due to her unique background in creative writing, visual design, and over a decade in top-tier admissions. She understands that a successful application is a blend of storytelling, positioning, and impeccable presentation.
With a degree in English (Creative Writing) and a minor in 2D Design, Stacy's career began in freelance graphic design, where she mastered her skills of communicating ideas effectively. She desired to work more deeply with student narratives and started as an admissions officer at Wesleyan University, a top liberal arts college. Her success there led to her recruitment by Harvard University, where she ultimately rose to the level of Admissions Officer.
During her time at Harvard, Stacy reviewed thousands of applications from around the world and became a key voice in committee discussions. She has seen students who demonstrated academic excellence and intellectual curiosity, leadership, and a compelling personal story. Her multidisciplinary expertise gives her an unparalleled understanding of the holistic review process. She guides her students in creating applications that are intellectually rigorous and authentically captivating.
Track Record of Success (6 Years Consulting):
- Harvard University: 20% Success Rate (6X Acceptance Chances)
- Yale University: 60% Success Rate (9X Acceptance Chances)
- Princeton University: 50% Success Rate (11X Acceptance Chances)
- Other Ivy+ Schools (Stanford, MIT, Columbia): Over 50 students
admitted.
Priya Naidoo
Former Admissions Officer, Stanford University
Priya offers a rare expertise for STEM applicants: her insight as a former top-tier admissions officer is combined with her practical experience as a Princeton graduate engineer. Her unique background allows her to evaluate an applicant's technical merits but also to help students frame their essays on research and passion in a way that resonates with admissions committees.
Priya's journey began at Princeton University, where she earned both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Electrical Engineering. Afterward, she spent nearly a decade overseas as a lead engineer on international projects (in Shanghai, Maldives, and Tokyo), and gained firsthand experience in the technology industry. This perspective led to her passion for identifying and assisting the next generation of innovators, leading her to transition into higher education. She began her admissions career at UC Berkeley before being recruited to Stanford University as an admissions officer specializing in evaluating the most competitive STEM profiles. In her role at Stanford, Priya was responsible for evaluating thousands of applicants to identify the future innovators. She worked closely with the engineering and natural sciences faculty to select students who demonstrated exceptional aptitude and a genuine passion for scientific inquiry. Her experience extends to reviewing applications with significant research components, including publications and high-level science competition awards.
Track Record of Success (5 Years Consulting):
- Stanford University: 33% Success Rate (8X Acceptance Chances)
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): 40% Success Rate (10X Acceptance Chances)
- California Institute of Technology (Caltech): 35% Success Rate (9X Acceptance Chances)
- Other Top STEM Programs (Carnegie Mellon, UC Berkeley): Over 40
students admitted.
Richard Nia
Former Admissions Officer, UPenn (Wharton)
Richard Nia offers a unique and powerful perspective into admissions. As a former Admissions Officer at the University of Pennsylvania, he specialized in evaluating applicants for the highly competitive Wharton School. This background provides him with an insider's understanding of what exactly top-tier business programs demand. He is adept at helping students build their application with leadership potential, entrepreneurial spirit, and quantitative strengths.
Richard's journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Michigan, followed by a decade as a freelance marketer where he perfected his talent to craft compelling personal narratives. He then transitioned to serving as an Admissions Consultant at the University of Massachusetts Amherst for 8 years before getting recruited to the University of Pennsylvania. After his time at UPenn, he has founded his own successful technology consulting firm, demonstrating the same entrepreneurial drive he now seeks to highlight in his students.
Track Record of Success (7 Years Consulting):
- University of Pennsylvania (Wharton): 60% Success Rate (10X Acceptance Chances)
- New York University (Stern): 80% Success Rate (9X Acceptance Chances)
- Columbia University: 70% Success Rate (16X Acceptance Chances).
- Other Top Business Programs (Cornell, UMich Ross): Over 30 students admitted.