Make no mistake…

The true experts on Ivy League admissions

have done it themselves

We believe the best coaches were themselves once players…

not admissions officers

Your admissions journey should be transformative

Believe it or not, It is the process of applying to your dream school that makes you qualified to attend it.

Before you invested hours in perfecting your grades, your SAT score, and delved deep into your passions, whether that be leadership, music, sports, or research, you would not have “gotten in.”

There are so many directions to take, and so many items to check off the list. What should you prioritize?

We are here to guide you through the process. The earlier you start preparing, the better your chances will be of attending your dream school in a number of months or years.

We can help with…

  • Academic Planning

    Honors, IBs, APs, dual enrollments… which courses should you ultimately take in high school to maintain a high GPA and fulfill of all the academic requirements of your desired college? Should you select challenging classes that might bring down your GPA? What about the impact of selecting one teacher over another?

    We will help you weigh the pros and cons and ensure your transcript will represent your academic preparation in the best light.

  • Leadership Coaching

    At the most selective colleges, numbers are only half the battle. Once you’ve “qualified” for the school with your GPA and test scores, your leadership activities and extracurriculars will be reviewed next. If you have practiced a sport or art form for most of your life, that piece of the application may be a simple equation.

    But there are as many diverse ways to impress admissions committees on this front as there are people in the world. Focus on you: what makes you tick?

    We will help you become that version of yourself you want to show the committee—the one that truly deserves an acceptance letter.

  • Admissions Essays Editing

    You’ve gotten the grades, the test scores, and you’ve committed hours, months, or years to your beloved activities. It’s finally time to apply.

    Now, it seems almost impossible that you will be able to tell that story the way you want it to show up in black letters on white paper. We are here to guide you through the process of brainstorming, planning, drafting, and finally editing and polishing your essays.

    These little stories will be the voice speaking for you in front of the decision-makers. Let’s make them extraordinary.

  • Margaret taught me test-taking skills that helped me not only receive a score on the SAT far beyond my expectations (1540) but also have a leg up in other tests throughout my education. She is a kind, engaging, and supportive coach with unique insight into how to do well on standardized tests and a talent in connecting with her students. My experience with her has been invaluable to my academic success.

    —Miranda C,. Vassar College

  • “Margaret was extremely helpful in preparing for my SAT test as well as the whole college application process. I recommend her to any student who is willing to put time in for their future success!”

    —Alexandra K., Emory University

  • “I had an amazing experience working with Margaret on SAT & college application prep. My SAT scores went up significantly and the college application process was made so much less stressful. Absolutely recommend!”

    —Andrea W., Florida State University

  • “Came here only wanting to increase my scores. With much practice and efficient strategies that I learned here, my scores actually exceeded my goal. Margaret created specific test-taking strategies for me, not broad ones meant to cater to everyone. With the importance of standardized testing in our society, these strategies will be paramount to me outside of just the ACT. After achieving my scores, Margaret further assisted me in the rest of the college application process (essays, descriptions, etc.) This was necessary for me, since my school's college counselors didn't give good, direct feedback on my application. Without Margaret’s help, I surely would not have gotten into my dream schools, one of which I'm currently attending.”

    —Michael F., Brown University