Daniel serves as the ultimate strategic resource for families, leveraging over a decade of experience as a high-level educator and admissions strategist. His background as a John Carroll Scholar at Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service and a professor of writing at UMass-Amherst gives him a rare, dual-sided perspective: he understands both the academic rigor of elite institutions and the art of the persuasive narrative.

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Combining his counseling expertise with prior experience mentoring students at competitive summer programs at Stanford and UCLA, Daniel knows exactly what it takes for a student to distinguish themselves in a crowded applicant pool. He specializes in helping applicants move beyond high test scores to develop authentic passion projects and cohesive personal brands. Whether navigating the nuances of international admissions or the specific needs of neurodivergent learners, Daniel’s mentorship consistently leads to acceptances at Ivy League schools and top-tier global universities, with his students securing over $5 million in merit-based scholarships in the past five years. A recognized and respected voice in the field, he is deeply committed to reducing familial stress, ensuring that even the most ambitious college journeys are grounded in emotional connection and strategic confidence.

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