I have been in the college consulting industry for my entire adult life. I have sent students to Oxford, the University of Virginia (full scholarship), and Stanford Law School, among many others. Editing is my jam. As a college admissions consultant, I have helped countless students express their narratives in compelling, relatively short essays. Moreover, I have edited millions of words at The Stanford Daily, including for a year as its head copy editor. Previously, I have worked as a copy editor for Stanford Politics Magazine and Caesura Magazine; and I have copy edited full-length books and think tank reports. I find editing both engaging and existentially meaningful.

Hi! I'm a Dartmouth alum and creative writer, focused on helping students craft the best personal narrative for college admissions success. I specialize in helping people craft personal stories that are authentic and memorable to admissions committees and then support you in writing the very best essays! Students I've supported have gotten into the top schools in the country.

My passion for learning, dedication to research, and experience in quantitative problem-solving will help guide prospective students through the often-overwhelming college application process. Additionally, my experience in research and writing would be invaluable in helping students prepare strong essays and personal statements that accurately reflect their unique strengths and aspirations. My commitment to honesty and openness will also ensure that students receive straightforward feedback and guidance throughout the college application process. Overall, my combination of expertise and personal qualities make me an excellent mentor for anyone seeking admission to college.

Welcome to my profile! I'm a recent Boston College grad ('24), majoring in management with concentrations in Accounting & Finance. Having recently navigated the college admissions process, I'm very familiar with what's required to write strong essays (common app + supplementals), choose and prepare the right recommenders, and to help you submit compelling applications to top business / liberal arts programs. I'm also well-equipped to work with younger high school students in developing their profile as young leaders - I served as my high school's student body president and captained three varsity sports in my junior and senior years. Whether you're looking to build your overall profile or polish your applications to top schools, I'm here to help!

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering and Applied Mathematics from Johns Hopkins University, I bring a strong academic foundation and a passion for helping students navigate the college admissions process. I have a proven track record of mentoring students, leveraging my own academic and professional journey to guide them in crafting compelling applications. Whether you're aiming for a top engineering program or exploring diverse academic interests, I'm here to help you stand out. Let's connect and make your college dreams a reality!

Certified Top College Guru admissions coach and K-12 homeschool graduate, I understand deeply the challenges and opportunities that exist with homeschooled or alternatively educated students. I've been through the experience of applying to college and struggling to define my unique background as a homeschooled student - it can be a lonely process! After years of studying college admissions for homeschooled students and interviewing successful homeschoolers who attended college, I help these students to stand out and articulate their differentiated value and capture what makes them one-of-a-kind and indispensable to college admissions officers. With five years of work experience in the tech sector and degrees in STEM fields, I also emphasize helping students prepare for what is beyond the college admissions process and how to thrive in the career path they choose.

Even though I attended a high school recognized as a college preparatory school, I found it difficult to find access to college counselors, SAT and ACT prep, and information about private institutions outside of the state. Moreover, during my college application cycle, my college counselor highly suggested I keep his college search within a more “reasonable” scope. I spent countless weeks and hours crafting my applications and was accepted into 14 of the 18 universities I applied to. I was the first in his high school to attend Stanford. Thus, I am passionate about guiding students and parents through this process to ensure their success! My greatest strengths as a coach include helping candidates develop and execute a project plan and timeline, identify a list of schools tiered for maximum success and admission reassurance, and highlight their strengths and voice in their essays. Additionally, I am highly skilled in interview preparation, helping students curate a stellar resume, and tailoring essays to fit the expectations for each desirable school choice.

I have taught and mentored students for five years in both a one-on-one and classroom setting. I have a passion for teaching reading and writing to help students prepare for the college application process, standardized tests, and beyond. One of my biggest strengths is tailoring teaching to each individual student to help them understand on a level that gives them the confidence they need when they press submit on that application. I am also a planning guru and have many years of experience coaching students on timed writing and planning to get essays written amidst a sea of other assignments and extra-curriculars. Together, we will not only polish grammar and sentence structure but also tell your stories in a strong, compelling way. Want help with your application resume too? We can do that, too! I have professional experience editing resumes for a government consulting company.

You know that friend you ask to read over your risky text messages before you send them? Or that friend you send your English assignments to look at before you turn them in? That's me! I have a background in communication and I worked in the nonprofit industry for five years. I created and edited grant proposals, fundraising letters, marketing materials, and mass communications. In the nonprofit world, you need donors to buy into your mission and vision--and that means compelling storytelling. The same is true for college admissions. Sometimes it's difficult to know how to tell your story when you're the one who lived it, and that's where I come in. I can help you refine your essays in order to tell your story in a clear, concise, and meaningful way. Additionally, I love reading and writing, and I am obsessed with language and how words fit together (book nerd, remember?). I'll provide you with timely, personalized feedback that will help you improve your college admissions essay and get into your dream school. I can also help with resume edits, since your resume is an important part of telling your story as well. As a recent MSW graduate, I know that time and money are limited in college, which is why I aim to provide affordable and timely service. I can't wait to get to know you!

Dr. Nick J. Accrocco has been in college and university admissions for 20 years. After his time at Vanderbilt University as both an undergraduate and graduate student, he would go on to obtain an Ed.D from the University of Houston. He proudly calls Houston, Texas his adopted home. His admissions experiences include Vanderbilt University, the University of Pennsylvania in the Ivy League, and MBA admissions at American University. He has also worked 6 high school communities across the United States; serving as Director of College and University admissions at 2 of these institutions. Lastly, he teaches adult learners worldwide how to help students achieve admission at Houston, Texas based Rice University. Nick prides himself on being transparent, compassionate, and (hopefully) funny. He has gone through this process himself, so he seeks to bring clarity to what the process is and what it is not.