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.
Abby T
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep TutorCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Neuroscience and a double minor in Acting and Music from UC Berkeley |
| Hobbies | Acting, piano, running, yoga, reading, watching movies, traveling |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE |
| Academic Subjects | Creative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionBiology, Molecular BiologyFrench I, French II |
| General Strengths | elementary education, organizational skills, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, literary analysis, college-level courseworksummer enrichment planning, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, college audition preparation for performance tracks, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, personal statement brainstorming and composition, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills, art portfolio building and review, performing arts programs, musical theatre programs, classical performance and composition music programs, acting programs |
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Ali K
ClassicAcademic TutorTest 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), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE |
| 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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Ali S
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Education Sciences with a minor in Psychological Science from UC Irvine |
| Hobbies | Hiking, glamping, binge watching tv shows, cooking and thus eating, playing video games, consuming coffee at any hour, creating digital content, online shopping, and hanging out with my bratty cat |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, GeometryComposition, AP English Language & CompositionAP US History, AP World HistoryPsychology, AP Psychology |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, ESL, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework |
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Annie M
Founder's CircleAcademic TutorTest 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), 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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Ara N
ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English from the University of Southern California and an M.F.A. in Writing from Otis College of Art & Design |
| Hobbies | Music and video production, reading, screenwriting, travel and cooking |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, JournalismUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History |
| General Strengths | academic writing, creative writing, reading comprehension, literary analysis, students with learning differences, students with ASDinternational student application process, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, transfer student application process, course selection for high school, UC specialization, athletic recruitment process, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, humanities programs, Cal State specialization, foreign college/university application process, college list building, film programs, arts & music Masters and Ph.D. programs, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, liberal arts school specialization, homeschool student application process, art portfolio building and review, classical performance and composition music programs, contemporary music programs, music industry programs, film, television, and digital media |
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Ashwini G
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and an M.S. in Engineering Management from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo |
| Hobbies | Watching movies, trying new foods (especially desserts!), beach walks, and playing with my niece |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BCPsychology, AP Psychology |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework |
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Bea VF
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.B.A. from Emory University with a concentration in Finance and Management |
| Hobbies | Traveling the world, visiting historical sites & museums, languages and culture, reading, cooking, tennis, hiking; following Premier League and La Liga Soccer as well as Formula 1 |
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| Academic Subjects | |
| General Strengths | organizational skillsediting and proofreading college essays, social science programs, financial aid (need-based aid), resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, foreign college/university application process, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, extracurricular/resume development, personal statement brainstorming and composition, business programs, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Carlynn W
ClassicCollege CounselorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Plan II (Honors Liberal Arts) and Italian from the University of Texas at Austin with minors in Classics and Religious Studies; earned a M.T.S. from Harvard Divinity School; earned a B.F.A. in Illustration from Rhode Island School of Design |
| Hobbies | Cooking/baking/eating, hiking, reading, visiting galleries and museums, experimental animation |
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| General Strengths | organizational skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, technical writing, literary analysis, college-level courseworksummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, course selection for high school, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, college list building, 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, liberal arts school specialization, art portfolio building and review, visual arts programs, BFA programs, studio art programs |
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Caryn R
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Communication from the University of Southern California; earned an M.S. in Counseling and a Pupil Personnel Services Credential from California State University, Long Beach |
| Hobbies | Camping with my husband and two little kids, exploring new places, getting crafty with my Cricut, drinking iced coffee and watching USC football! |
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| General Strengths | students with learning differencesinternational student application process, summer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, 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, Cal State specialization, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills |
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Chelese B
Founder's CircleAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
| 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 | |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, British Literature, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionUS History, AP US History |
| General Strengths | organizational skills, study skills, literary analysis, students with learning differences, college-level coursework, students with ASDinternational student application process, summer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, 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, humanities programs, business school applications, social science Masters and Ph.D. programs, Cal State specialization, foreign college/university application process, college list building, film programs, public health programs, STEM Masters and Ph.D. programs, arts & music Masters and Ph.D. programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, business programs, medical school applications, humanities Masters and Ph.D. programs, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization, interview skills, art portfolio building and review, dance programs, visual arts programs, BFA programs, performing arts programs, classical performance and composition music programs, contemporary music programs, film, television, and digital media, acting programs, studio art programs |
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David G
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep TutorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned an A.B. in Physics from Harvard University with a minor in Philosophy; currently working towards an M.S. in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Southern California |
| Hobbies | Piano, music production, reading, hiking, biking, going to concerts |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Multivariable CalculusAP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionPhysics, AP Physics, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism, AstronomyWorld Civilizations/World History, AP US History, Western Philosophy, Eastern PhilosophyPhilosophy |
| General Strengths | academic writing, study skills, technical writing, standardized test advisement, ESL, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework |
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Elizabeth C
ClassicCollege CounselorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Political Science with minors in American Studies and Psychology from James Madison University; earned a M.Ed. from Vanderbilt University |
| Hobbies | Author of a historical fiction novel about a World War II Naval aviator, tennis and Roger Federer, avid reader of classics, volunteer advocate for gifted learners, enjoys real estate open houses, ice cream and hot chocolate connoisseur |
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| General Strengths | New England and Mid-Atlantic colleges, single-gender high schools and colleges, boarding and day school selectionacademic writing, organizational skills, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, literary analysissummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, financial aid (need-based aid), resume review/evaluation, transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, liberal arts school specialization, interview skills, career assessment tools |
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Elyse D
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep TutorCollege CounselorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Psychology (pre-med) with a minor in Global Health from Northwestern University |
| Hobbies | Improv, dance (Bollywood, salsa, jazz), cooking, writing funny songs, making silly videos for my nieces, non-dairy gelato, co-op board games, Survivor, watching League of Legends with my husband and being shocked that I actually understand what’s happening, and obviously...DA BEARS! |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2American Literature, British Literature, World LiteratureBiology, AP Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, PhysicsFrench I, French II, French III, French IVPsychology, AP Psychology, World Religions, Parenting & Child Development |
| General Strengths | Breaking down complex scientific concepts, grammar rules, essay writing, breaking through creative blocks, design thinking, public speaking, story analysis, storytelling, making academic work fun elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, technical writing, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework, students with ASDsummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, college audition preparation for performance tracks, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, college list building, film programs, public health programs, STEM Masters and Ph.D. programs, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, medical school applications, interview skills |
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Gabby M
Founder's CircleAcademic TutorTest Prep TutorOperations
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Neuroscience and a B.A. in English from Muhlenberg College; currently working towards a M.P.H. at the University of Southern California |
| Hobbies | Traveling, hiking, writing, cooking, baking |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE, HSPT |
| 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, Environmental Science, AP Environmental ScienceUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, European History, AP European History, US History, AP US History, AP US Government/Politics, AP World HistoryPsychology, AP Psychology, World Religions, Ethics, Gender Studies, Philosophy, Film Studies/Film Integration/Media |
| 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, students with ASD |
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Galen D
ClassicCollege CounselorAthletic Recruitment Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Anthropology from UC Los Angeles; earned an M.A. in Organizational Leadership from Lewis University |
| Hobbies | Traveling, cooking, trying new restaurants, working out, spending time with friends and family, hiking, staying active |
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| Academic Subjects | |
| General Strengths | organizational skillssummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, social science programs, resume review/evaluation, transfer student application process, course selection for high school, UC specialization, athletic recruitment process, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, business school applications, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, business programs, liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Jason A
ClassicAcademic Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Spanish from Brigham Young University with a Business Minor; earned a M.Ed. in T.E.S.O.L. (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from Grand Canyon University; currently finalizing exams for a M.A. in Spanish Linguistics from New Mexico State University |
| Hobbies | Running, coaching cross-country, spending time with my wife and 5 boys, doing home improvement projects, cheering on the Brazilian National Soccer Team, and watching adventure movies |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, Spanish IV, Spanish V, AP Spanish Language and Culture |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, reading comprehension, ESL, students with learning differences, college-level coursework |
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Jen K
FounderFounder's CircleTest Prep TutorCollege Counselor
| 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), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE, HSPT |
| Academic Subjects | |
| 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 skillsacademic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level courseworksummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, 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, journalism programs, humanities programs, college list building, public health programs, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, business programs |
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Jenna B
College CounselorHR/Admin
| Education | Earned a B. S. in Public, Policy, and Management from the University of Southern California. Fight on! |
| Hobbies | My two young children definitely keep me busy but I also enjoy time spent outside, hiking, being with friends and family, and college football |
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| General Strengths | Overall professional developmentresume review/evaluation, extracurricular/resume development, interview skills |
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Jenny L
ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English/Creative Writing with a concentration in Computer Science from Amherst College |
| Hobbies | Reading, writing, dancing, traveling, food blogging |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | Computer ScienceAmerican Literature, Composition, Creative WritingInteractive Media |
| General Strengths | international student application process, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, 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, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, business programs, liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Joyce S
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Art History from Connecticut College; earned a Ed.M. from Harvard School of Education; earned a College Counseling Certificate from UC San Diego |
| Hobbies | Knitting, cooking, pickleball, walking my dogs, and swimming |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | Composition, Creative Writing |
| General Strengths | creative writingsummer 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, athletic recruitment process, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, journalism programs, humanities programs, Cal State specialization, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, business programs, liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Julianne L
ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Communications and Theatre from Northwestern University |
| Hobbies | Backpacking, Hiking, Camping, Swimming, Acting, Stand Up Comedy |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionAP US Government/Politics, AP Comparative Government/PoliticsSpanish I |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, creative writing, reading comprehensionsummer enrichment planning, editing and proofreading college essays, financial aid (need-based aid), resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, college audition preparation for performance tracks, UC specialization, college research and advisement, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills |
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Kanish AS
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
| Education | B.A. in Film Studies and a minor in South Asian Studies from UC Berkeley |
| Hobbies | Working out, playing video games, cooking, watching movies, dancing |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, PrecalculusAmerican Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionSpanish I, Spanish II, Spanish IIILeadership, World Religions, Ethics, Film Studies/Film Integration/Media |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, creative writing, reading comprehension, technical writing, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, test-taking psychologyfilm, television, and digital media |
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Katherine D
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Mass Communication with double minors in Journalism and Women's Studies from University of Delaware; earned an M.A. and Ed.M. in Psychological Counseling & School Counseling from Columbia University Teachers College |
| Hobbies | Beach days, yoga, reading, travel, wellness, hiking, discovering new music and artists |
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| Academic Subjects | |
| General Strengths | organizational skills, study skills, standardized test advisementsummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, resume review/evaluation, course selection for high school, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, business programs, liberal arts school specialization, interview skills, career assessment tools |
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Kathleen Q
Founder's CircleAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Chemistry and Psychology from the University of Chicago; earned an M.F.A. in Costume Design from the Academy of Art University |
| Hobbies | Sewing, reading, writing, gardening, laser cutting, jewelry making, petting my cat |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Multivariable CalculusAmerican Literature, Creative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionBiology, AP Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, PhysicsUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, US History, AP US History, AP US Government/Politics, AP World HistorySpanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, Chinese (any)Psychology, AP Psychology |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, literary analysis, test-taking psychology |
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Katie C
ClassicCollege CounselorAthletic Recruitment 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 | |
| Academic Subjects | |
| 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, 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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Krystal G
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep TutorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Biology with a pre-med focus from the University of Houston, Academic Excellence Scholarship recipient |
| Hobbies | Yoga, reading, writing poetry, oil painting, cooking, hiking, family time, watching films, going for walks in the park with my pup, Moby |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, TrigonometryCreative WritingBiology, AP Biology, Environmental Science, AP Environmental ScienceAP US Government/Politics |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, study skills, reading comprehension, technical writing, standardized test advisement, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology |
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Lindsay J
ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.S.B.A. in Marketing and International Business from Georgetown University; earned an M.B.A. from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business with concentrations in Marketing and Strategy |
| Hobbies | Swimming, cooking, reading, creative writing, hiking, discovering new TV shows and podcasts |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionEnvironmental ScienceUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, European History, MacroeconomicsSpanish I, Spanish II, Spanish IIIPsychology, Ethics, Gender Studies, Business, Philosophy, Film Studies/Film Integration/Media |
| General Strengths | East Coast schoolsacademic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, reading comprehension, literary analysis, college-level courseworksummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, transfer student application process, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, journalism programs, business school applications, college list building, film programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, extracurricular/resume development, personal statement brainstorming and composition, business programs, liberal arts school specialization, interview skills, film, television, and digital media |
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Luke L
ClassicCollege CounselorTest Proctor
| Education | Earned a B.S. in Sport and Event Management from Elon University; earned a Certificate in College Counseling from UC Los Angeles Extension; earned a M.S.W. from Simmons University |
| Hobbies | Body surfing, surfing, swimming, going to concerts, writing stand up comedy, and hanging out with friends |
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| General Strengths | art programsstudents with learning differences, students with ASDmajor 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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Lynelle K
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English and Communications from the University of Pennsylvania |
| Hobbies | Exploring different types of creative expression (writing, tap dancing, cross-stitching, design, and more); community involvement; swimming; online word games; consuming way too much licorice; crushing the competition in charades |
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| General Strengths | organizational skills, creative writing, study skills, literary analysissummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, course selection for high school, UC specialization, college research and advisement, humanities programs, college list building, film programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Maia K
ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English from Stanford University with honors; earned an M.A. and Ph.D. in English from UC Irvine; earned a Certificate in College Counseling from UCLA Extension |
| Hobbies | Reading, traveling, going to Disneyland, playing D&D, discovering new K-pop and electropop music, social media manager for a cat convention, working on a graphic novel |
| Test Prep | |
| Academic Subjects | American Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, test-taking psychologyinternational student application process, summer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, college research and advisement, humanities programs, Cal State specialization, foreign college/university application process, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, business programs, humanities Masters and Ph.D. programs, liberal arts school specialization, interview skills, visual arts programs |
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Maxine D
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A in Education & Social Transformation from UC Los Angeles |
| Hobbies | Experimenting with Nespresso recipes, trying new restaurants & cafes in LA, staying involved in my sorority, reading, listening to poetry & podcasts, going to R&B concerts |
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| Academic Subjects | |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skillssummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, pre-college summer programs, 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 |
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Molly H
ClassicCollege CounselorAthletic Recruitment Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Feminist Studies with a minor in Applied Psychology toward Counseling from UC Santa Barbara; earned an M.A. in School Counseling with a PPS Credential from Saint Mary's College of California; earned Certificate in College Counseling through UC Los Angeles Extension |
| Hobbies | Beach days, stand-up-paddleboarding, body surfing, hiking, camping, travel, photography, watching sports (Go Warriors!), exploring LA, and spending time with family, friends, and my golden retriever, Rio! |
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| General Strengths | Time management, managing/supporting general anxiety, HBCU universitiesacademic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, technical writing, students with learning differencesediting and proofreading college essays, social science programs, resume review/evaluation, course selection for high school, UC specialization, athletic recruitment process, college research and advisement, humanities programs, Cal State specialization, college list building, transcript analysis, interview skills |
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Nevada R
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Communication from UC Santa Barbara and an M.A. in Criticism and Publishing from The New School |
| Hobbies | Avid surfer, published author in various literary and academic magazines, podcast series host addressing the intersection of education, inequality, and labor |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, TrigonometryAmerican Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionUS History & Government, AP US Government/Politics, Microeconomics, Western PhilosophyPsychology |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, test-taking psychology, 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, art portfolio building and review |
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Olivia H
ClassicAcademic Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.F.A. in Musical Theater from The Boston Conservatory at Berklee College of Music with a concentration in Playwriting |
| Hobbies | Hiking, reading, playing guitar, attending concerts and comedy shows, skateboarding, picnicking at the beach! |
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| Academic Subjects | American Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, AP English Language & CompositionUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, US HistoryMusic Theory |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, ESL, literary analysis, test-taking psychologydance programs, BFA programs, performing arts programs, musical theatre programs, film, television, and digital media, acting programs |
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Ross L
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in English Literature from UC Berkeley |
| Hobbies | Screenwriting (sold two movie features), tennis, Premier League Soccer, hiking, swimming, watching movies |
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| General Strengths | Screenwriting programselementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, literary analysissummer enrichment planning, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, 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, college list building, film programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, personal statement brainstorming and composition, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills |
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Royce C
ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Environmental Biology with a concentration in Computer Science from Columbia University |
| Hobbies | Tabletop and board games, exercise and weightlifting, and reading |
| Test Prep | ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Statistics, AP Statistics, Computer Science, AP Computer ScienceBiology, AP Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Physics, AP Physics, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism, Environmental Science, AP Environmental Science |
| General Strengths | managing test anxiety, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, test-taking psychology |
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Rylee CW
ClassicAcademic Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Comparative Literature with departmental honors from Columbia University; earned a M.A. in Historical Studies with graduate minors in Capitalism Studies and Critical Perspectives on Democratic Anticolonialism and the Outstanding Master’s Student in Historical Studies Award from the New School for Social Research; current History Ph.D. student and recipient of the Roland Marchand Fellowship at UC Davis |
| Hobbies | Roller Derby, Bouldering, Ballet, Snowboarding, Filmmaking, Theater Lighting and Sound Design |
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| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, TrigonometryAmerican Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, US History, AP US History, AP World History, Human Geography, AP Human Geography, Western PhilosophySpanish IMiddle East Studies, Ethics, Gender Studies, Philosophy |
| General Strengths | elementary 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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Sajel O
ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.F.A. in Drama from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts |
| Hobbies | Acting, classical singing and musical theater, songwriting, guitar, hiking/yoga, Cinespia movie nights, Bollywood dancing |
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| Academic Subjects | Composition, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionBiology, AP Biology, Human Anatomy and PhysiologyUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, US History, AP US History, AP World History, Eastern PhilosophySpanish ILeadership, World Religions, Food & Nutrition, Film Studies/Film Integration/Media |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, technical writing, literary analysissummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, financial aid (need-based aid), resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, college audition preparation for performance tracks, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, college list building, public health programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, medical school applications, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Samarah B
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Washington; earned a Master of Public Policy and a Ph.D. in Education from UC Los Angeles |
| Hobbies | Decorating my house (or any room that I can get my hands on!), swimming, hiking, attending football and basketball games, concerts at the Hollywood Bowl, and binge watching K-dramas on Netflix |
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| General Strengths | 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, UC specialization, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, social science Masters and Ph.D. programs, Cal State specialization, college list building, course selection for Masters and Ph.D. programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, interview skills |
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Sarah R
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Communications Studies and a minor in Philosophy from UC Los Angeles; Earned a College Counseling Certification from UC San Diego |
| Hobbies | Writing poetry, thrifting, fashion styling, exploring LA, attending concerts, spending time with my friends, 3 sisters, and 2 cats, binging too much Netflix, listening to the same songs on repeat |
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| General Strengths | Deadline managementacademic writing, organizational skills, creative writing, reading comprehension, literary analysis, students with learning differences, students with ASDmajor advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, resume review/evaluation, transfer student application process, course selection for high school, UC specialization, International Baccalaureate (IB), college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, Cal State specialization, college list building, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, interview skills |
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Sofia T
ClassicAcademic Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in French and a minor in Anthropology; M.A. in French Literature and a TESL Certificate from University of Florida |
| Hobbies | Yoga, hiking, surfing, cycling, acoustic guitar, traveling, sailing, watching live comedy shows, and watching movies |
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| Academic Subjects | Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, Spanish IV, Spanish V, AP Spanish Language and Culture, French I, French II, French III, French IV, French V, AP French Language and Culture, French Literature & Arts |
| General Strengths | academic writing, organizational skills, speed reading skills, study skills, reading comprehension, ESL, college-level coursework |
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Stephanie R
ClassicCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Humanities from Yale University; earned an M.F.A. from NYU's Tisch School of The Arts with a concentration in writing and directing |
| Hobbies | Writing young adult fiction, reading, traveling, languages, watching TV and movies of all kinds, watching Premier League, hanging out with my family and the world's best dog, and finding the best Thai food in Los Angeles |
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| General Strengths | elementary education, organizational skills, creative writingsummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, college research and advisement, humanities programs, film programs, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, extracurricular/resume development, personal statement brainstorming and composition, liberal arts school specialization, interview skills |
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Vivia C
Founder's CircleAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
| Education | Earned a B.A. in Music Management & Psychology from Northwestern University |
| Hobbies | Wellness, reading, painting, sports, and taking care of plants. |
| Test Prep | SAT (Reading and Writing, Math), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing) |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Trigonometry |
| General Strengths | elementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, ESL, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychologyediting and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, college audition preparation for performance tracks, International Baccalaureate (IB), college research and advisement, college list building, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, interview skills, performing arts programs, musical theatre programs, classical performance and composition music programs, music industry programs, design and media arts programs, film, television, and digital media |
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Wesley Y
ClassicAcademic TutorTest 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), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE, HSPT |
| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, TrigonometryAmerican Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionBiologyUS History & Government, 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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Yazmeen M
ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
| Education | Earned a B. A. in Communication Studies and a minor in Film, TV, and Digital Media from UC Los Angeles with honors |
| Hobbies | Hiking, yoga, going to museums and galleries, making art and music, filmmaking, traveling, and reading |
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| Academic Subjects | Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1American Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionBiology, AP Biology, Physiology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, AP ChemistryUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History, European History, AP European History, US History, AP US History, Western Philosophy, Eastern PhilosophyGerman (any)Leadership, Psychology, AP Psychology, World Religions, Interactive Media, Ethics, Gender Studies, Philosophy, Parenting & Child Development, Food & Nutrition, Film Studies/Film Integration/Media |
| General Strengths | Middle school selection, elementary school selection, health/science programs, pre-medelementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, ESL, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework, students with ASDsummer enrichment planning, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, social science programs, financial aid (need-based aid), resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, humanities programs, 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, personal statement brainstorming and composition, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization, interview skills, film, television, and digital media |
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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, career pathways counseling, college tour and fly-in program coordinationorganizational skills, managing test anxiety, students with learning differencessummer 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, medical school applications, scholarship search (merit-based aid), liberal arts school specialization, art portfolio building and review, dance programs, BFA programs |
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Yoona C
Founder's CircleAcademic TutorTest Prep TutorCollege Counselor
| 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), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE |
| 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, business school applications, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, business programs, interview skills |
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