Testimonials

Sabrina G.

Tulane University

Class of 2018

Sabrina received a Bachelor’s degree from Tulane University with a double major in Environmental Studies and Music. Sabrina is currently a Veterinary Assistant / Technician, Research Assistant in a lizard lab, an assistant to an invasive plant and animal conference, and a musician. She applied to veterinary school and is pursuing an Master’s in Conservation Medicine.

Jarett K.

Ohio State University

Class of 2020

Dana L.

Mother of Jarett K.

Jarett graduated from Ohio State University in May of 2020 and is currently a Financial Advisor at McAdams Financial.

Dana is a University of Maryland graduate and is the proud mother of three sons and two stepsons.

Ciana S.

Marist University

Class of 2023

“I’m a Sophomore Fashion Design major with a double minor in Fashion Merchandising and the French Language. When I was a high school Senior, it was time to write the Common App essay. I wasn’t sure how to begin. I wanted to give the admissions counselors a good understanding of who I am. I reached out to David for guidance. In our first session, we discussed my interests and life experiences. That made me feel comfortable and worthy. Then, we talked about the challenges I have faced throughout my life. That was critical! Why? We examined how my responses to these challenges have shaped the person I have become. From this exploration, I chose and wove three themes into my essay. David’s process helped me define my essay topic, then expand it to make me stand out. I was able to demonstrate what I’m made of, my fabric. I showed how I would be a real asset to a school. My essay, transcript, and fashion portfolio got me into a great college.”

Robert S.

Father of Ciana S.

“As a parent of two daughters who had the good fortune to have worked with David, I was impressed with his ability to personalize his approach and achieve the same outcome for my girls—a solid college essay.

From the onset, David took the time necessary to get to know each of my daughters. He customized his approach to reflect their individual temperaments.

David's approach with my older daughter was rooted in an ongoing conversation of how her life's experiences had helped to shape the person she had become. Through this approach she grew in self-awareness and was able to clearly express her authentic self in her college essay.

David's approach with my younger daughter was more structured and analytical. It involved creating a list of personal attributes and another list of activities she participated in that held significant meaning for her. The attributes and activities were grouped into themes woven to create a story that became her essay.”