Great Expectations only hires a mere 1-2% of its applicants — our staff is made up of the most experienced, educated, friendly, and charismatic education experts out there.
Ali K
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.F.A. in Acting from Brigham Young University |
| Hobbies | Traveling, hiking, writing, comedy, movies, and browsing used bookstores |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing)Literature, US History, World History |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionWorld Civilizations/World History, European History, AP European History, US History, AP US History, AP World History |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, literary analysis |
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Annie M
Academic TutorFounder's CircleTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in East Asian Languages and Civilization from University of Chicago with a focus on Japanese media, graduated with honors; earned an M.A. in East Asian Studies from the University of Southern California; earned a Ph.D. in Critical Film Studies at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts |
| Hobbies | Cooking, exploring historic Los Angeles, movies and television, entertaining, and exercise |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), TOEFL, ISEE, HSPT |
| Academic Subjects | Creative WritingEuropean History, US History |
| General Strengths | Research papersacademic writing, managing test anxiety, creative writing, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, ESL, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework |
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Antoinette B
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep TutorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Economics from the University of Southern California with a minor in Education and Society; currently pursuing a Teaching Credential at California State University, Long Beach |
| Hobbies | Reading, calligraphy, photography, finding new coffee shops, and binge-watching TV shows with a bowl of popcorn |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), CBEST |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Precalculus, Statistics, AP StatisticsUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, European History, AP European History, US History, AP US History, AP US Government/Politics, AP Comparative Government/Politics, AP World History, Microeconomics, AP Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, AP Macroeconomics |
| General Strengths | elementary education, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, study skills, reading comprehension, college-level coursework |
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Brigette A
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in History from Rice University; earned an M.A. in International and Public Affairs from Columbia University |
| Hobbies | Rock climbing dancing, beach clean-ups, movies, cooking and traveling |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing)Spanish |
| Academic Subjects | Environmental ScienceUS History & Government, European History, US History, Human GeographySpanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, Spanish IV, Spanish V, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Spanish Literature and Culture, French I, French II, Italian (any)International Relations, Business |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, study skills, technical writing, ESL, college-level coursework |
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Caroline M
Academic TutorClassicTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Political Science from Columbia University; earned an M.A. in Psychology from Pepperdine University |
| Hobbies | Hiking, exploring LA, going to comedy clubs, watching the Patriots |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, JournalismUS History & GovernmentInternational Relations, Psychology |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, literary analysis, college-level coursework |
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Chelese B
Academic TutorCollege CounselorFounder's CircleTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in History from UC Berkeley with honors; earned an M.F.A. in Theatre from The Actors Studio Drama School |
| Hobbies | Photography, hiking, yoga, baking/cooking, watching/making movies, traveling, writing |
| Test Prep | Literature, US History |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, British Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionUS History, AP US History |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, creative writing, study skills, standardized test advisement, students with learning differences, college-level courseworksummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, college audition preparation for performance tracks, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, Cal State specialization, college list building, film programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, medical school applications, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills |
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Eric B
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Economics from Brown University |
| Hobbies | Video editing, weight lifting, creative writing, watching movies, love watching NFL and NBA |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Calculus, AP Calculus ABComposition, Creative Writing |
| General Strengths | elementary education, organizational skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension |
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Gabby M
Academic TutorClassicOperations
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Neuroscience and a B.A. in English from Muhlenberg College |
| Hobbies | Traveling, hiking, writing, cooking, baking |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE, HSPTLiterature, Math I and II, US History, Biology |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, Statistics, AP StatisticsAmerican Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionBiology, AP Biology, Physics, AP Physics, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism, Environmental Science, AP Environmental ScienceUS History & Government, European History, AP European History, US History, AP US History, AP US Government/PoliticsPsychology, AP Psychology |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, technical writing, literary analysis, students with learning differences, college-level coursework |
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Heather S
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Theatre cum laude from Northwestern University’s School of Communication with a minor in Business Institutions |
| Hobbies | Fantasy football, theatre/film/tv, traveling, and crosswords |
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| Academic Subjects | |
| General Strengths | organizational skillsediting and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, college audition preparation for performance tracks, college research and advisement, college list building, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, interview skills |
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Jeannie S
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep TutorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Philosophy from UC Los Angeles; earned a Masters in Public Health from University of Southern California |
| Hobbies | Playing violin, watching movies, hiking, swimming, traveling |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEEMath I and II, Chemistry, Physics |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BCChemistry, AP Chemistry, Physics, AP Physics |
| General Strengths | organizational skills, managing test anxiety, study skills, ESL, college-level coursework |
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Jen K
College CounselorFounderFounder's CircleTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English (concentration in Creative Writing) and European History from Northwestern University |
| Hobbies | Writing, traveling, cooking, golfing, hiking, crying about the Bears, cheering on the Cubs, and finding the best macaroni and cheese in existence |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE, HSPTLiterature, US History |
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| General Strengths | English, European History, US History, grammar, reading comprehension, creative writing, academic writing, counseling, transcript evaluation, course selection, test advisement, college research, college essays, application review, interview preparation, organizational skills |
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Katie C
Athletic Recruitment CounselorClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. triple major in Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, and Economics from Juniata College |
| Hobbies | Volleyball, beach volleyball, traveling, reading, watching sports, and spending time with family and friends |
| Test Prep | |
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| General Strengths | international student application process, summer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, financial aid (need-based aid), transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, athletic recruitment process, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, college list building, film programs, public health programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, business programs, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Kelsey B
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| Education | Earned a B.A. in Business Administration with a concentration in Management from Concordia University |
| Hobbies | Spending time with family, going to hockey games, baking, crafting, listening to music, and going to the beach |
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| General Strengths | Multi-task oriented, organizational skills, and attention-to-detail |
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Lorraine P
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| Education | Earned a B.A. in Communication from Loyola Marymount University with a minor in Business Administration |
| Hobbies | Cooking/baking, traveling, photography, hiking, running, shopping, pinning on Pinterest, Instagramming, and learning to sew |
| Test Prep | |
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| General Strengths | Resume and cover letter writing, interview coaching and preparation, career counseling and planning, job search strategies, networking, salary negotiation, public speaking, organizational skills |
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Luke L
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Sport and Event Management from Elon University; earned a Certificate in College Counseling from UC Los Angeles Extension |
| Hobbies | Body surfing, surfing, swimming, going to concerts and hanging out with friends |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | |
| General Strengths | art programsmajor advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, transfer student application process, athletic recruitment process, college research and advisement, film programs, extracurricular/resume development, personal statement brainstorming and composition |
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Meghan D
Academic TutorCollege CounselorFounder's CircleTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English from Stanford University; studied abroad at Oxford University; earned an M.A. from St. John's College; earned a Ph.D. in English from University of Southern California with a specialty in Renaissance poetry |
| Hobbies | Cooking, jogging, assembling IKEA furniture, and buying books faster than I can read them |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), GRELiterature |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, GeometryAmerican Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionWestern PhilosophyPhilosophy |
| General Strengths | Home-school curriculaelementary education, academic writing, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, technical writing, standardized test advisement, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level courseworksummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, financial aid (need-based aid), transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, foreign college/university application process, college list building, course selection for Masters and Ph.D. programs, film programs, public health programs, law school applications, STEM Masters and Ph.D. programs, arts & music Masters and Ph.D. programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, business programs, humanities Masters and Ph.D. programs, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills |
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Melissa J
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep TutorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Psychology and a B.A. in Art with a concentration in Photography from Yale University; earned an M.A. in Creative Writing from Full Sail University with a concentration in Screenwriting; earned an M.A in Film and Media Production from New York Film Acadamy |
| Hobbies | Kickboxing, tennis, ballet, photography, painting, singing, writing |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, GeometryAmerican Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & CompositionBiology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Physics, AP PhysicsUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, US History, AP US History, AP US Government/Politics, AP Comparative Government/Politics, AP World HistoryFrench I, French II, Italian (any)Psychology, AP Psychology, Graphic Design and Photoshop, Film Studies/Film Integration/Media, Studio Art |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, creative writing, reading comprehension, literary analysis, college-level coursework |
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Nicole P
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.F.A. in Drama and English magna cum laude from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts |
| Hobbies | Writing, singing, yoga, dance, consuming far too much french toast, and hanging out with my two cats, Eva and Boo, and my dog, Dobby |
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| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, reading comprehension, technical writing, literary analysis, college-level courseworksummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, financial aid (need-based aid), resume review/evaluation, transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, college audition preparation for performance tracks, UC specialization, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, college list building, film programs, arts & music Masters and Ph.D. programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, arts & music programs, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills |
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Rachel W
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Classical Civilizations from Macalester College with a minor in English; earned an M.F.A. in Writing for Screen and Television from University of Southern California |
| Hobbies | Reading, writing, watching television, browsing used bookstores, and petting random dogs |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Composition, Creative Writing |
| General Strengths | academic writing, creative writing, reading comprehension |
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Rosanne T
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| Education | Earned a B.S. in Finance and Real Estate from Florida State University; earned a Master of Business degree with a concentration in Sport Management from Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia |
| Hobbies | Traveling around the world, analyzing stock chart patterns, watching and playing sports, attempting crossword puzzles, spending time with family |
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Ryan S
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep TutorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned an A.B. in Applied Mathematics from Harvard University with a minor in Music |
| Hobbies | Cello, guitar, singing, bass, long distance running, hiking, watching TV, movies, going to concerts, writing |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing)Math I and II |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Multivariable Calculus, Statistics, AP Statistics, Computer Science, AP Computer ScienceBiology, AP Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Physics, AP Physics, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics C: Electricity & MagnetismSpanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, Spanish IVPsychology, AP Psychology, Music Theory, AP Music Theory |
| General Strengths | organizational skills, college-level coursework |
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Salvador D
Test Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Sociology from UC San Diego |
| Hobbies | Running, playing basketball, watching sports, listening to music, eating pizza, finding new places to eat pizza |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | American LiteratureCriminal Law/Pre-Law |
| General Strengths | academic writing, managing test anxiety, study skills, reading comprehension |
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Sirjan M
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Biology from the University of Southern California with honors and a minor in Spanish. Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine at the University of Southern California |
| Hobbies | Salsa and bachata dancing, hiking, swimming, painting, traveling, reading and exercising |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, StatisticsBiology, AP Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Genetics & Biotechnology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, PhysicsSpanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, Spanish IV, Spanish V, AP Spanish Language and CulturePsychology |
| General Strengths | analyzing scientific data, reading comprehension of scientific papers, breaking down complex scientific topicselementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, study skills, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework |
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Soliana H
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English and Spanish Literature from Harvard College; earned an M.A. in Image and Communication from Goldsmiths |
| Hobbies | Traveling, yoga, cooking, gardening, family time |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, British Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionUS History, AP US History |
| General Strengths | art portfolio building and reviewacademic writing, organizational skills, creative writingsummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, UC specialization, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, Cal State specialization, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills |
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Vivia C
Academic TutorFounder's CircleTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Music Management & Psychology from Northwestern University |
| Hobbies | Fitness, exercise (lifting heavy weights!), cooking, reading, NFL Mondays/Thursdays/Sundays |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing)Chinese with Listening |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Trigonometry |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, ESL, literary analysis, students with learning differences |
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Wesley Y
Academic TutorClassicTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in American Studies from Yale; currently enrolled in University of Southern California's Writing for Screen and Television M.F.A. Program |
| Hobbies | Reading, writing, watching movies/television, and exploring LA |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE, HSPTSpanish, US History, Biology |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, TrigonometryAmerican Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionBiology, AP BiologyUS History & Government, US History, AP US History, AP US Government/PoliticsSpanish I, Spanish IIFilm Studies/Film Integration/Media |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, test-taking psychology |
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Whitney E
College CounselorFounder's Circle
| Education | Earned B.A. in African American Studies/Ethnic Studies from California State University Fullerton; Dean’s List and awarded merit scholarships; earned an M.S./M.B.A. in Social Entrepreneurship from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business with relevant coursework from the University of Southern California Rossier School of Education in Educational Counseling |
| Hobbies | Traveling (22 countries and counting!), cooking, baking, listening to podcasts, watching random documentaries, hiking, and snorkeling |
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| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, creative writing, study skills, technical writing, standardized test advisement, students with learning differencesinternational student application process, summer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, financial aid (need-based aid), resume review/evaluation, transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, journalism programs, humanities programs, business school applications, Cal State specialization, film programs, public health programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Yolanda W
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Psychology from the UC Berkeley; earned an M.A. in Psychology from Pepperdine University |
| Hobbies | Traveling, movies (Sci-Fi in particular), poetry, spending time with family and friends |
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| General Strengths | 4 year high school planning, extracurricular and summer enrichment planning, resume building, major and career pathways counseling, organizational skills, college tour and fly-in program coordinationmanaging test anxietysummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, financial aid (need-based aid), resume review/evaluation, transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, college audition preparation for performance tracks, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, athletic recruitment process, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, journalism programs, humanities programs, business school applications, Cal State specialization, college list building, film programs, public health programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, arts & music programs, business programs, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization |
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Yoona C
Academic TutorCollege CounselorFounder's CircleTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English Literature (with a specialization in Creative Writing) from UC Los Angeles with a minor in German |
| Hobbies | Eating, drinking, making merry, then exercising and eating broccoli to balance things out |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math, Essay), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEELiterature |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition |
| General Strengths | academic writing, managing test anxiety, creative writing, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level courseworkinternational student application process, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, course selection for high school, UC specialization, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, interview skills |
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