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SERVICES

William Shakespeare once said, "Brevity is the soul of wit." We wish to make your college application process as simple and pleasant as possible. As wisely stated by Xun Zi, a disciple of Confucius, "I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand." With years of experience, let us walk you through the journey together until you reach your goal. The key to a successful college application lies in strategic preparation, planning, and presentation—this is precisely what we can do for you.

The Ivy College Counselor designs individualized college plans for prospective students, specifically in the following areas:

  • Customized academic & extracurriculuar strategies

  • Summer/winter intern/volunteer planning

  • Common Application & other college application guidance

  • Planning for college visits

  • Assistance in college essay writing & editing

  • Assistance in writing recommendation letter

  • Interview preparation

  • Resume editing guidance

  • Assistance in developing list of colleges

  • Advice on career path and/or graduate school options

Partial List of Academic Institutions Offering Admissions to Our Students in the Past Three Years:

 

Harvard, Oxford, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, MIT, Stanford, University of Chicago, Cornell, UC-Berkeley, UPenn, Carnegie-Melon, Brown, Dartmouth, Duke, Emory, UCLA, Science Po (France).

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Sample Testimonials

Melinda (Stanford): “Peter took the time to truly get to know me as a human, beyond a set of extracurriculars and test scores, and in doing so, became someone I could tell anything to—a mentor, a friend. Through this, he helped me craft a unique application that I loved and knew represented my truest self. Peter’s methods are extremely professional, as he knows exactly what these prestigious colleges are looking for. I sometimes felt hopeless in the college admissions process—a feeling that most applicants experience at one point—but Peter was my number one supporter, always reminding me to believe in myself. In the end, he helped me get into my dream school, Stanford, as well as Yale, and I cannot thank him enough. I recommend him as a college counselor without any reserve.”
 
Jessica (Columbia & Science Po): "Peter gave quality personalized advice in a timely and focused manner from a well-seasoned perspective. Unlike other college counselors I had worked with, he invested the time to understand me as a person, and this enabled him to tailor his advice to me more effectively. His feedback on my essays provided critical insight into how my writing would be perceived by admissions officers and significantly helped to strengthen my application."

Rory (Harvard): "Peter gave me a sense of direction for my essays to follow—ensuring that they were fully representative of who I am. Not only did he give constructive and effective feedback, but he also uplifted me when I felt lost: a trait of his that taught me to believe in myself! Whenever I was available, he was available to call, and his flexibility allowed for me to finish my essays in a timely manner. His skill and compassion collectively made the college application season a period of growth for me, and I am immensely grateful."

Charlie (Yale): "I cannot thank Peter enough for all of his support and guidance throughout the college application process. His feedback helped me to write essays that authentically represented myself, and he was always available to answer any questions that I had. Peter also provided wise advice that enabled me to grow as a person during this process, allowing me to discover more about myself than I knew before. Thanks to him, I emerged from the application period with not only an acceptance to a dream school but also a clearer view of what I hope to pursue in the future. I absolutely recommend him to any students who are applying to college!"

Catherine (UPenn): "Peter was a phenomenal asset to my college application process, and I am very grateful for his services. We began this procedure in the summer, and with Peter, I was able to complete my Common Application essay early, and it was extremely helpful to get this major portion of the process over with. In terms of choosing colleges to apply to, Peter knew exactly what types of schools would be the best fit for me. Peter always selflessly took into mind what my schedule was, and no matter how busy he might have been, we were always able to meet at my most convenient times. Throughout this entire process, Peter made completing my college application enjoyable, and with his help, I was able to complete my essays and submit my applications in a timely manner. Peter knows what top universities are looking for and provided me with this insight for my applications. Aside from essays, Peter even helped me edit my resume and prepared me for my interviews. Peter is an extremely caring and hardworking college counselor, and throughout the entire process, he was always there to encourage me and keep me motivated. I recommend Peter to anyone who is applying to colleges!"

Crystal (UPenn): "I’m extremely grateful to Peter for the integral role he played in my college application process. He continually challenged me to find past experiences I’d overlook and think about new ways to represent my best qualities. However, whenever I felt frustrated or lost, he was always there to encourage me and remind me of my capabilities. Peter is a dedicated counselor that always was able to make time for me and genuinely cared about me as a person. I don’t think my Common Application would be where it was without him, and I’d definitely recommend his services to anyone applying to college!"

Ashley (Cornell): “Peter has helped me immensely throughout my college application process. He’s taught me how to structure my essays and express my thoughts in a variety of ways. He understands what the admissions counselors are looking for and will help guide you accordingly.” 

Jennifer (Columbia): "Peter really helped me showcase my experiences and skills in my essays by allowing me to focus on who I am and what I am passionate about. The ability to discuss ideas with him helped me develop essays that were personal and unique. With his help throughout my application process, I am currently attending my dream school, Columbia, and I could not be happier. I highly recommend his guidance for other students who are going through the college admissions process."

Nina (Emory): "Peter was such a kind mentor and someone I felt 100% comfortable talking to, whether it was with struggles on deciding what colleges to apply to or simply what to write my essays about. It was clear that he knew what he was doing, and he had a great balance of critique and compliment when it came to revising essays. He would always spend hours on Skype with me making sure that I had all my questions answered and that I was heading in the right direction. I highly recommend him to anyone applying to college this fall!"

Anna (Brown): "Peter certainly knows the fundamentals that colleges are looking for. He helped me give my essays a more professional tone while still keeping them true to my character. He was very flexible in working with my busy schedule and always easily available to help."

Nina (Brown) "Peter was very helpful and supportive to me in my college application process. He was fully invested in helping me succeed and was always quick to respond to messages or set up calls. He helped me express my ideas authentically in my essays, and it was reassuring to receive guidance from someone who was experienced in the college application process. He encouraged me when I felt stuck and pushed me to work hard on my applications. Especially during a year when so much felt unsure due to the pandemic, it was nice to have Peter helping me put my best foot forward."

Alicia (Georgia Tech): "Peter is an amazing counselor who gave me a lot of useful advice for both college applications and future preparation. He suggested me to plan everything out ahead of time and finish my main essay in summer - which I am very thankful for because it reduces a lot of stress and I could focus on the supplement essays for each college when school starts. Peter also helped me to translate my thought into words more clearly without changing any of my ideas. I feel comfortable talking and share my thoughts completely with him. When I had trouble with writing in English, he would point out my mistakes and taught me how to use English grammar effectively, which was exactly what I needed. With his help, I finished many college applications but also improved English writing. I am very thankful that I got professional help from Peter during my college application season."
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