Because admissions consultants represent such a significant investment, I wanted to make sure I…read moreworked with a consultant who'd have a night-and-day impact on my Kellogg application. But, it was challenging to evaluate that before committing to move forward with one firm. I'm sharing this review of Beth because she was exactly what I was looking for. In my admissions call, the admissions officer told me one of my application reviewers said they were hard-pressed to find anything wrong with my application. Beth made a significant impact on my application in two ways: (1) In all areas of the application, especially the essays, she maximized the portion of content that Kellogg admissions officers care about. Before working with Beth, I had iterated my essays several times and thought they were in a decent spot. After she reviewed, it turned out only a small fraction was content Kellogg admissions officers actually care about. We worked together to maximize the portion of the content admissions officers care about and pared down the rest. (2) While I had a high-level idea of what a good application looked like, I didn't have a crystal clear picture, and as a consequence, I found I would iterate on application components much more than necessary because I wanted to be sure they were as good as possible. Beth let me know when each one was in a good state so I could focus my time effectively, and that allowed me to put adequate effort into every portion of the application. There's nothing magic in those two items, which is why I recommend her so highly: I'm confident that her impact on my application is repeatable with any application. I could tell in working with her that she's evaluated thousands of Kellogg applications, and that makes her uniquely suited to advise in those two areas.

I'm so thankful that I chose to work with the SBC team, and particularly Amy Hazen, my consultant…read more The MBA admissions process is grueling, and I knew that I needed a partner who would guide me through the journey with patience, understanding, and expertise. The SBC team works together to create a holistic experience. Bill took the time to understand my goals before pairing me with a consultant. Amy spent countless hours with me understanding what made me tick and helping me translate that into an application. Beth flight tested my application and made sure that there weren't any glaring holes, and Anthony helped me prep for my Wharton Team Based Discussion. By far the most valuable part of this process was having Amy by my side. No question was too trivial for her, and she had limitless patience with me as I obsessed over every detail of my application. Amy's most valuable contribution, however, was her ability to help me focus on the RIGHT details. It is easy to lose sight of what you are building as you write the applications from the ground up, and it can be particularly challenging not to write applications based on what you THINK the AdComms WANT to hear. Amy encouraged me to embrace my authentic voice, and ensured that I was telling a story that highlighted who I am as a human. Thanks to Amy and the SBC team I was admitted to FIVE MBA programs: GSB, Wharton, Booth, Columbia, and Stern (with a full ride).

An excellent and stress-free experience prepping for the SAT this summer via one-on-one tutoring…read more Director Stacey is most attentive/responsive and made extra effort to work with our family's irregular schedule; and Vivienne at the front desk very professional and informative especially when we first called to inquire with MANY questions. Great teachers Liz (Reading/Writing) and Iris (Math) -- wonderful, supportive, kind, relatable. Our child did already start with a pretty decent SAT score, so our initial consultation discussed how to improve meaningfully in this scenario; with Elite's customized help our child hit a home run... leaving us with the sad thought that we wouldn't be seeing this super team again!

I enrolled my child in SAT tutoring expecting a structured, consistent, and professional…read moreexperience. Unfortunately, it was anything but. Scheduling regular, consistent sessions was incredibly difficult. We went through THREE different English tutors, experienced THREE tutor cancellations, and despite paying for in-person tutoring, were forced to conduct some sessions online due to tutor availability. The constant changes in teachers, cancellations, and scheduling challenges made it nearly impossible to establish any continuity or momentum in my child's SAT preparation. SAT tutoring is time-sensitive, and consistency is critical. Instead, we were left feeling that neither my child's education nor our family's time was valued. What makes this even more frustrating is the mandatory nine-session commitment. Do yourself a favor and think twice before signing up for the required nine sessions. I deeply regret making that commitment. For a service that is supposed to help students prepare for such an important exam, I expected far more professionalism, reliability, and accountability. An awful experience for our family and a huge disappointment all around. I would not recommend this tutoring school.

I worked with Julian very closely while I was applying for colleges. He was a tremendous help and…read morewas always so meticulous and thorough when it came to essay revisions. As a first generation student, he helped ease a lot of my anxiety surrounding the college application process. I applied to six different colleges and got acceptances to all of them and that would not have been possible without Julian!

We had a terrible experience with this group. I would have told the owner director had she ever…read morechecked in during the process. We did not even use all of the hours.

Though Premiere Prep is typically geared towards high school students preparing for college, I used…read morethis company for hourly consultations for my academic transition. I didn't know it when I met him, but Justin was a game changer for me. I never knew the value or importance of receiving professional academic/career guidance. I can honestly say that I would not be nearly close to where I am today without Justin's guidance or support. He has helped me in my professional development through editing my resumes, interviewing skills, and most importantly, he saw my potential and helped me realize it too. His advice is honest and compassionate (though not necessarily what I always wanted to hear) and he wholeheartedly invested his time in me. Justin helped me transition through one of the most difficult times in my life between undergrad and post-undergrad at UCI. These days, I am proud to say I am at my top choice graduate program in occupational therapy. Whether it is college counseling or personal development, you couldn't be in better hands with Justin or his team at Premiere Prep.

We are extremely grateful for the support this college counseling company provided our family…read morethroughout my daughter's high school. The process of preparing for college applications was overwhelming, but the guidance we received made all the difference. Felicia, who worked directly with my daughter, was outstanding, supportive, knowledgeable, and always encouraging. She helped keep everything organized and made sure my daughter felt confident every step of the way. She was always there for my daughter when she needed her. Justin, the owner, has clearly built a wonderful program that truly supports students and families. We're thrilled that my daughter was accepted into the university she had been hoping for, and we're very thankful for their role in helping make that happen. Very Highly recommend.

Lisa helped my daughter with her college applications. She is very knowledgeable and experienced. I…read morewould strongly recommend Lisa's services, as she has made the process less stressful and helped my daughter think outside the box. We will definitely work with Lisa again if my daughter wants to continue her education after her Bachelors degree.

From the owner: College essay coaching and tutoring for bright and motivated high school students that want to…read morestand out in an increasingly competitive college admissions process. We provide one-on-one college essay consulting, as well as college admissions coaching to families trying to successfully navigate the complicated college admissions process. As college essay tutors, we provide comprehensive guidance through the college essay writing process, including personal statements, supplemental essays, diversity essays, essay hooks, and understanding the college essay rubric. We also provide essay help for medical school personal statements, law school personal statements, and business school personal statements, and mock interview services for medical school, medical residency, and fellowship interviews.

Troup is the most incredible tutor! He helped my son get into ucla, Berkeley , Cornell, and UPenn…read more We could not have done this without his guidance and essay expertise!

Having gone through a very difficult divorce in navigating my son's college career - I was under…read moreduress in finding a college counselor! Troup has gone above and beyond in helping my son and I navigate this arduous process! He is always available for a phone call - is extremely efficient and knowledgeable about the process & the programs at these universities and what needs to be done! I can't recommend him enough - he is truly a professional and the best of the best!

It is worth every penny to have an outside expert overseeing the college application process. We…read morehave had all three of our kids use Mosaic--and would do it all over again!

I have been a client of Julie since 2007…read more She has helped me achieve a well rounded and polished resume and application that has helped me stand out among other applicants in competitive areas. Her attention to detail, kindness, and willingness to work with you step by step is rivaled by no other. From prep school, college, graduate school, and successfully matching into the residency of my dreams Julie has been there all the way. I have and will continue to recommend her to friends and family

We are very grateful to have met Kathryn 4 years ago when our oldest son was going through the…read morecollege process. She was extremely knowledgeable, patient, diligent and insightful. She helped guide him to choose the best fit school. Our 2nd son is now in the process and even though they are very different kids, she has been a perfect match for him. She understands the essence of a high school student and focuses on finding the best school-taking into account the social, academic and well being of the student. We highly recommend working with her!

I wish I could write a review of how their services were, but after two emails - crickets. Maybe…read morethey're great? Maybe they're not. Who knows because no one got back to me. I emailed the first time and just assumed it got lost, or fell through the cracks. Emailed the second time and it very clearly states that someone will get back to you within 24 hours. Nothing. Yes, I checked my spam. If there is one thing I will not tolerate it's a business who acts like your business isn't important and doesn't reply. Maybe they don't need the business, maybe they're too busy, but it's unacceptable to not respond back.

If I could give A+ Tutoring 10 stars, I would. My 14-year-old son has been working with them for…read moreabout a year. He had one tutor last year for math and another starting this school more geared toward ELA. Both tutors are exceptional, really getting to know him and how he works best and working that into his sessions so that they are effective, fun, and challenging.

As a homeschooling mom, I am incredibly intentional about my daughter's education. I want her to…read moregenuinely enjoy learning, receive an elevated education, and be taught in a way that honors her individual learning style. Because of that, I am extremely selective about who I invite into her educational experience. A+ Tutoring has truly become part of my team, and I could not be more grateful. From the very beginning, they have gone above and beyond to provide exceptional support and customer service. What has impressed me most is how thoughtfully they match each child with a tutor. They genuinely take the time to understand your child's learning style, personality, needs, and goals rather than simply assigning a tutor. And if something ever needs to be adjusted, they address it immediately. In my experience, they don't just solve the issue, they somehow manage to outdo themselves in the process. Mandy and Janelle, their incredible tutor matchmakers, are exceptional. They are attentive, responsive, intuitive, and truly invested in finding the right fit for your child. I have felt incredibly supported throughout the process. And then there is our tutor, Sonya Karl, who is EXTRAORDINARY. Sonya is deeply child-centered, incredibly intelligent, emotionally intelligent, patient, warm, and genuinely gifted at connecting with children. She has such a beautiful heart, and it is evident in the way she teaches. The most meaningful measure for me is this: my daughter is not only excelling academically, she genuinely looks forward to her tutoring sessions with Sonya. That says everything. Finding the right people to support your child's education is such an important decision, especially when you are homeschooling and creating an educational experience around your child rather than asking your child to fit into a system. A+ Tutoring understands that. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found them, and even more fortunate that they connected us with Sonya. They have earned my trust, my gratitude, and my highest recommendation.

Arash and his team of tutors are so intuitive and supportive where it makes the process of leveling…read moreup feel so easy and mindless. The tutor we had was so patient and articulat, explained everything with grace and calm that it left my son feeling confident and proud. my sons scores increased dramatically and we achieved our goal. Truly the best in town.

LA Tutors did everything we needed to get our son prepared for the ISEE. Communication was great…read moreand test scores went up. What more do you need??!! Would definitely use them again!