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Top-rated graduate-school admissions coach with experience at the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) Admissions Office, elite Ivy Advisors consultancy, and Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) Career program. I am a good fit for dual / concurrent degree, underrepresented / BIPOC, and international applicants. In my 10 years of coaching, some big wins include helping an individual from Malaysia secure admission to HKS and assisting another candidate with a 3.2 GPA and 145 (Quant) / 158 (Verbal) secure admission to a top 5 MBA with 60% funding. My coaching approach is guided by extensive admissions committee work and the fact that I went through this process myself. I was personally accepted to 5 top MBA programs and the Harvard Kennedy School with over $1 million in scholarship offers. During my time at HKS, I collaborated extensively with the head of the Admissions Office on revamping the AdCom process. I also hosted a 3-part admissions series attended by over 500 applicants on topics such as "The Classroom Experience in a Tri-Sector (private, public, and nonprofit) Environment" and "Navigating HKS as an Underrepresented Minority." Perhaps my biggest achievement in the Admissions Office is founding the Essay Buddy Review Program, pairing 100 current students with prospective applicants and *doubling* the number of Black and Latinx admits after 10 yrs. of stagnation. I am especially helpful to: ◉ candidates who are overwhelmed by the sheer number of essays in applications and want to strategically use each one to showcase a different strength ◉ international applicants looking for guidance on the U.S. program nuances ◉ joint / concurrent degree applicants ◉ candidates seeking scholarship funding ◉ applicants from the private sector who want to demonstrate seriousness for a public policy degree ◉ waitlisted or rejected applicants who want to make a compelling case for their candidacy through informal channels

I am an alumnus of the 7th cohort of Schwarzman Scholars at Tsinghua University, where I earned a Master's of Management Science in Global Affairs between 2022-23 and was selected from competitive pool of 3,000+ applicants (<5% acceptance rate). I bring firsthand experience and deep insights into what makes a successful master's application and I've previously helped advise candidates who have gone on to be accepted to prestigious graduate programs across China, Europe, and the United States. Throughout my educational journey, I've learned how to strategically frame and present one's leadership, academic, and professional accomplishments to highlight their unique strengths and successfully stand out.

Hi! I’m here to help you get into your dream master’s program in international policy, public policy, public administration or education - and to support you every step of the way! For policy program applicants: As a recent graduate of the highly competitive Stanford Master’s in International Policy program at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, I know exactly what it takes to stand out in the admissions process. Stanford admits fewer than 30 applicants per year, and I was also accepted into all five programs I applied to, including Harvard Kennedy School, Columbia SIPA, Johns Hopkins SAIS, and Tufts Fletcher. Additionally, I was admitted to elite dual-degree programs with Sciences Po and the University of Toronto’s Munk School, which admit fewer than 10 students annually. For education program applicants: Currently, I work at the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, part of the Stanford Graduate School of Education, where I focus on innovation in education and learning. Through my role, I’ve closely mentored students applying to top graduate education programs across the U.S., helping them navigate the complexities of the process and craft compelling applications. I’ve been in your shoes, and I understand how daunting the application process can feel. That’s why my approach is personalized, supportive, and designed to help you present your authentic self. From selecting the right schools and crafting a compelling narrative to perfecting essays and resumes, securing standout letters of recommendation, negotiating financial aid, and making your final decision, I’ll be your partner through it all. As a near-peer mentor, I offer fresh, relevant insights from my recent experiences and understand the nuances of today’s admissions landscape. Together, we’ll create an application that not only showcases your unique strengths but also helps you achieve your academic and professional aspirations. Let’s make your dream school a reality! You can learn more about my journey here: https://youtu.be/Ovt5mF1_zoc?si=jH13aXDnLdqPsA5O.

I have written roughly ten applications for graduate fellowship programs and was fortunate to be awarded the Rhodes, Truman, and Knight-Hennessy Scholarships to fund the entirety of my graduate education. I've also worked with dozens of applicants with these programs and love helping others find programs that align with their goals, present themselves authentically, and ultimately have fulfilling experiences in graduate school. I have deep expertise in the entire process, from selecting recommenders to writing essays to ultimately interviewing. My students have applied to programs ranging from law school to MBAs to masters and doctorate program in the natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences, so if you're interested in a graduate fellowship please reach out!

Hello and welcome! I hold dual Master’s degrees from the University of Oxford—a Master’s in Public Policy and an MBA—as well as a First Class Honours degree in Economics from the University of Cape Town. My academic and professional experiences, including working with organisations like McKinsey & Company and KPMG, have equipped me to guide students through the rigorous admissions processes for competitive graduate programmes. Having personally navigated these challenges and co-founded a student chapter of Effective Altruism, I understand how to craft compelling applications that reflect your unique strengths and aspirations. Whether you’re refining your statement of purpose or building a targeted admissions strategy, I’m here to provide personalised guidance to help you achieve your academic and professional ambitions.

A Stanford GSB joint degree alum who has been through the arduous process of applying to top business schools from abroad, I find it especially rewarding to help international students stand out to gain admission in competitive MBA and scholarship programs. Four of my international coachees with unconventional backgrounds in the last couple years have gained admission to top programs (Duke, Yale, Ross, UCLA, Columbia), including two fully funded Fulbright awards for graduate study after years of rejections. My second specialty is helping climate change- & environment-focused applicants. From spending my entire academic and professional career in the climate space to being the first cohort to earn an MS from Stanford's new Doerr School of Sustainability alongside my MBA studies, I'm especially well-suited to help you uncover and showcase your strengths for dual degree environment-focused programs. Whether you need help on big-picture essay framing or nitty-gritty details, I'm excited to work with you!

I've coached students through the entire end-to-end application process for masters programs- including school selection and program/student purpose fit, essay writing, and interview prep. Applicants I've worked with have been admitted to schools including Columbia, UPenn, NYU Stern, Cornell, UChicago, Harvard Business School, Stanford Business School, Johns Hopkins, Georgetown, Emory, Berkeley Haas, and many more. Let's tell your best story together!

I turned my own skill with graduate-school applications--including admission to the US's top clinical psychology Master's/PhD program--into a way to help other applicants succeed. I do that by helping them find the right stories to tell and put their best foot forward, using my experience/success not only with applications but with writing fiction, narrative non-fiction, screenplays, and other story-driven work. Story is the best way to show admissions committees the "person behind the profile." That's what I help my clients do.

Hi! I am Becky Song - an expert admissions consultant with over 15 years of experience supporting students through their academic and admissions journeys. I received my MBA from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and my BA from Vanderbilt University, where I was a recipient of the prestigious full-tuition Chancellor’s Scholarship. As an admissions consultant, I have successfully mentored 100+ grad school candidates, empowering them to achieve their full academic and professional potential by gaining admission to their dream programs. I provide personalized and comprehensive guidance to help my students navigate the competitive admissions process with confidence and success. My clients have earned spots at many of the top programs in the US, such as Harvard, Stanford, UPenn, MIT, Columbia, Yale, etc. I believe every candidate has a unique and compelling story to tell, and I am dedicated to helping them craft an engaging narrative and build a personal brand that resonates with admissions committees and differentiates them from other applicants. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, resume review, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you achieve your academic dreams. In addition to my admissions consulting services, I also offer comprehensive career coaching to help my clients land internships and job offers in a competitive market. I provide expert guidance on networking, resume & cover letter writing, interview skills, and job search strategies. I am committed to helping my clients secure rewarding and impactful careers. I am excited to learn more about you and look forward to supporting you every step of the way. Reach out today to jump start your journey!