As a recent Duke graduate who has followed the world of college admissions for multiple years, I understand the intricacies of gaining acceptance to top-tier institutions. With a professional interest in STEM but a wide range of personal interests, I have successfully coached many batches of students, landing admission into every Ivy League school, most Ivy+ schools (Duke, MIT, UChicago, etc), and many top-tier public institutions (Michigan, UCLA, Berkeley, etc). During my time at Duke, I had experience as an admissions assistant in the admissions office. Therefore, I have seen what admissions officers at an elite institution think and write down about each application that passes through their hands. My experience also extends beyond admissions; my background is within technology and I have worked at leading tech companies like AWS and Amazon, and currently, I am a key player at high-growth startups in the FinTech and mental health sectors. For college admissions, I can help the most if you have these backgrounds or questions: - You plan on studying STEM but have a variety of extracurricular activities that you feel need "tying together" in your narrative - Aiming for top 15 US colleges (especially if Duke is your dream school) - You come from a historically academically competitive area/district and you may feel you don't know what you bring to the table besides strong academic stats (I was in the same position) Everyone deserves a fair chance to achieve their higher education dreams. I deeply sympathize with what it feels like to be "lost" or question the validity of your story. At the end of the day, everyone has a greater purpose and story beyond their resume. I know the struggle of trying to accurately represent myself while drafting an application, and after working with many others who applied to high-caliber institutions, I know the winning strategy to get that acceptance letter. If you believe this description applies to you well, we are a great fit -- let's connect and craft YOUR winning narrative and application.

As a former Harvard Admissions Officer, Berkeley Application Reader, College Counselor (at a top 5 independent school in the US), and a Coca-Cola Scholar Application Reader, I have read 1000s of applications and helped 100s of students through the admissions process.

I have a unique blend of experience and skills that make me a very strong admissions consultant. First, I have spent over 20 years in various senior management roles in marketing, product marketing and business development giving me a strong set of marketing and branding skills that are essential for any candidate to stand out. Second, I am a very strong writer and had publications published in various journals. That allows me to help applicants craft a strong, unique, differentiated and very well written story across all of the applications. Third, as a graduate of top schools such as Northwestern and Stanford I have had personal success in getting into top institutions and can speak from experience not just theory. I have also been an undergraduate admissions interviewer for Stanford admissions for 5 years, gaining valuable admissions qualifications experience. Finally I am very customer focused and task driven and always give a 100% effort to make sure my clients get the best results.

If you are an ambitious, curious student looking to succeed not only in your college applications, but in your life, relationships, and career, I am the holistic mentor for you. Annie is an experienced admissions, career, and growth coach for students & young adults. With over 3 years of expertise, she seeks to uplift and nurture the next generation of aspiring leaders to help them reach their maximum potential. As a low-income, first-generation college student, she conducted thorough research on "the social game" that is played in academia, corporate, and politics. With a myriad of personally developed resources and guides, an engaging podcast that shares accessible and accurate information on holistic wellness, and a vast network of influential leaders and professionals in many industries, Annie is a valuable resource for any student reaching for success, not only in their college admissions process, but also in the journey of their 20s. Visit awinperspective.com for more information and offerings by coach Annie Wang.

Welcome to my profile! With experience across academic advising, college interviewing, execution of pre-college passion projects, letter of recommendation writing, and what it takes to standout in a sea of people, I bring a wealth of experience in education and student success. I have a 100% success rate for helping get students into Stanford when I start working with them by sophomore year. During my time at Stanford, I was a three-time Academic All-American and captain of the Stanford Equestrian Team, demonstrating my commitment to excellence and leadership. Professionally, I've worked as an Operations and Product Manager at Curious Cardinals and as a special education advocate at the Center for Developing Minds, where I developed programs and executed sales to support students with educational disabilities. My background in data science and consulting further equips me to provide tailored, data-driven strategies to help you navigate the college admissions process. Let's work together to achieve your academic goals! Reach out to get started.

I've been coaching college essay clients for 17 years and have helped them get accepted to: Kellogg, Oxford Study Abroad, U of U School of Medicine, UC Irvine, Midwestern AZCOM, BYU Provo, and various other grad/undergrad programs. My unique approach provides 1:1 coaching plus a unique and highly successful approach to application and essay strategy.

I'm a former undergraduate admissions officer at BYU, a former Assoc. Director of the MBA program at UC Irvine, and a full-time college prep coach.

I am a full-time professional college guidance advisor with an accumulated thousands of hours in research on top trends facing college applicants. For class of 2024, students that have gone through my curriculum have already been admitted to top schools like Northwestern, Colombia, and Yale to name a few. I offer wraparound services so that you are prepared for every part of the application process, from initial college search to the first direct deposit. Included in the package are deep dives of specialization topics including financial aid strategy, scholarship applications, evaluation of fit, demonstrated interest optimization, and essay construction. Also included in your package is access to my internal network of 50+ mentors that are alumni of schools like Harvard, Princeton, and Stanford, all of which have agreed to be available for office hours to my students upon request.

As a first-generation, low-income community college transfer who successfully navigated the path to UC Berkeley, I understand the challenges and opportunities of pursuing higher education from a unique perspective. My journey is proof that with the right guidance, perseverance, and strategy, achieving admission to prestigious universities is possible, regardless of background. At Berkeley, I’ve excelled academically graduating Summa Cum Laude while actively engaging in leadership roles, such as Debate Captain, Vice President of an exclusive tech consulting club, and Student Government Director, where I’ve mentored peers, coordinated scholarship funds, and fostered inclusivity. My experience extends beyond academics to professional roles in top organizations like Adobe and Intel, where I’ve honed goal-setting, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills. I specialize in helping students craft compelling personal statements, navigate the application process, and unlock their potential to stand out in competitive applicant pools. Whether you’re transferring, applying to your dream school, or seeking advice on how to balance academics with leadership opportunities, I’m here to help you succeed!