HSA Tutoring
College Counseling
$650.00 USD
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Through a completely personalized plan, you'll meet with your Harvard College tutor virtually at your own schedule to address every step of the college application process, from strategy, to extracurriculars, to essay help!
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Meet Our Tutors
Ashley
Ashley Vazquez Romo is a junior at Harvard studying Human Evolutionary Biology with a secondary in Education. She was admitted to every college she applied to; including Yale, Princeton, Cornell, the University of Pennsylvania, USC, and more. She attended Basic Academy of International Studies where she broke the state record for highest Grade Point Average (GPA). She is eager to support other students in their academic journey. While in high school, she conducted research with the American Chemical Society and participated in community-oriented work. At Harvard, Ashley is the Director General for World Model United Nations and an instructor for the Harvard Academies. Scores: ACT (36), AP Chemistry (5), AP Human Geography (5), AP World History (5), AP Calculus AB (5), AP Biology (4), AP United States Government and Politics, (5), AP Environmental Science (5), AP Psychology (5), AP Spanish (5), AP Statistics (5). Ashley plans on attending medical school and becoming a neurosurgeon.
Sophia
Sophia (class of 2029) is from Fort Lee, New Jersey and attended Bergen County Academies. She scored a 1520 on the SAT (Math - 790; English - 720) and a 35 on the ACT (Math - 35; Science - 35; English - 35; Reading - 36). Her interests in high school were music, writing, and various initiatives. She attended Juilliard Pre-College as a viola major for 5 years, and won numerous competitions. Sophia was also awarded for her writings, including First Class Distinction (highest honor) from the 2024 National Council of Teachers of English Writing Contest and 2nd Place in the 2024 Paul-Victor Winters Memorial Creative Writing Contest. She was the president of the tutoring organization, Future Leaders of Bergen County, tutoring over 15 students SAT/ACT prep material, essay writing, and violin and viola lessons. Sophia specializes in SAT/ACT preparation, essay writing, and college application strategy. She is passionate about making her students succeed and watching them grow and becoming confident. She also specializes in levels of math until Algebra 1. Sophia was previously praised for her ability to not only teach her students but to mentor and relate. As a student herself, she understands the struggles of younger students and does her best to balance out material heavy sessions with reviews. Her students have greatly improved their test scores, some being SAT scores increasing from 500 to 700, ACT science 28 to 33, and ACT Reading 30 to 35.
Rhianne Mae
Rhianne Mae (class of 2029) is from Los Angeles, California, where she graduated from the rigorous International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with a 36/45 IB score and earned a 32 ACT with a 10 on Writing. In high school, she led her CyberPatriot teams to the National Semi-Finals, competed in the Academic Decathlon, and raised over $8,000 for scholarships and service projects through the California Scholarship Federation and National Honor Society.
Now a college counselor for external college prep programs, Rhianne Mae specializes in college admissions, essay mentorship, and SAT/ACT prep, helping students craft standout applications by connecting their achievements and personal stories. She brings insider knowledge from her own success: being selected to the Stanford Program for Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Physics, earning recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction, and completing advanced research and coding projects through Girls Who Code.
With strong interests in Chemical and Physical Biology, Rhianne Mae hopes to pursue higher-level academia and research in the future. She inspires students to aim high and empowers them to present their fullest potential in the admissions process.
Allaura
Allaura Osborne is a senior studying Anthropology and History, focusing on Indigenous Studies. She is from Raleigh, NC, and was a weight and hammer thrower on the Harvard Track and Field team for the first two years of college. Although she studies the humanities, most of her tutoring experience has centered around math. She ran her own tutoring company in high school, taught over 35 students in various levels of math, and worked 30 hours a week. She has also done SAT/ACT tutoring. Aside from helping with subjects and standardized tests, she has helped many of her students with college applications and essay editing! One thing that sets her apart is she wants the students to excel at the subject she helps them in and become more confident in themselves!
Hailey
Hailey Krasnikov is a recent Harvard College Graduate from Albany, NY double majoring in Neuroscience and Economics. In high school, Hailey was the Editor-in-Chief of her newspaper for two years as well as the Tournament Director for her school's chess club. At Harvard, she was on The Harvard Crimson's Super Executive Board for two years and managed a group of 30 staffers. She also conducts clinical research at Boston Children's Hospital investigating eye pain and the effects of painful light. Hailey has experience tutoring college applications, college essays, a wide variety of high school subjects specializing in writing, math, and science, as well as APs such as Language and Composition, Psychology, Biology, World History, European History. Physics, U.S. History, and U.S. Government.
Divangel
Divangel (Class of 2027) is from Saddle Brook, New Jersey, and studies Neuroscience on the Neurobiology track at Harvard College, with a secondary in Global Health and Health Policy. His academic and extracurricular work centers on STEM, healthcare, and leadership.
He has conducted research in both clinical and laboratory settings, including at the National Institute of Cardiology in Mexico, where he studied how air pollution and contaminated water affect cardiovascular health through mitochondrial and protein biomarker analysis in hundreds of participants. At Holy Name Medical Center, he led independent research on exercise and heart health in over 70 athletes while collaborating with cardiologists in patient care. He also gained technical expertise as an IT Support Specialist, overseeing 2,100 Apple devices for his high school through security and program profiling.
Beyond research, Divangel tutors STEM subjects, specializing in life sciences and math, and has strong skills in data analysis and research writing. At Harvard, he serves as a Student Ambassador for the Global Health Institute, promoting student engagement with global health leaders, and as Treasurer of the Black Students Association.
Looking ahead, Divangel plans to pursue a career in medicine as a surgeon, with a focus on global health challenges at the intersection of science, equity, and healthcare innovation.
Jenna
Hi! My name is Jenna Jiang and I'm currently a student at Harvard College studying Government. Although Government is a field that I am extremely passionate and interested in, I have another passion for education. For the last two years, I sat on the Illinois Board of Education Student Advisory council where I was elected as an executive council member my first year and then later on as President. Within my position, I learned to write policies and bills where I would advocate for them along with my peers to the Board. In addition to sitting on the Illinois State Board of Education Student Advisory Council, I also sit on two other councils where I was elected by the State Superintendent as the sole student advisor ranging from rural advisory to student equity.
Through my experience in education and policy writing, I have been able to help launch and manage educational initiatives helping progress missions from bridging the gap between ESL students and English to expanding access for rural students. In these opportunities, I have been able to meet and interact with so many individuals that has helps shaped my perspective. In addition, I have been a tutor/mentor for the last three years teaching anything from SAT to essay writing. At Harvard, I am apart of the Harvard Civics program where I enter the classroom once a week to teach Civics education. I am extremely open to any opportunities and specialize in crafting college applications and essay help.
Aurora
Aurora (Class of 2027) is from Conroe, Texas, where she graduated as one of the top students in a class of over 1,000 from the Academy of Science and Health Professions. She now studies Psychology and Government at Harvard College and earned a perfect 4.0 unweighted GPA and a 5.28 weighted GPA. Her academic strengths include English, writing, history, and math.
At Harvard, Aurora serves as a Project Lead for both the Global Research and Consulting Group and the Clean Energy Group’s Equity Department, where she works on sustainable and equity-driven initiatives.
Her college essay—beginning with “I was born in prison”—received national media coverage (People Magazine, New York Post, KTVU) for its emotional depth and honesty. This powerful narrative helped secure her spot at Harvard and has made her a sought-after mentor for students applying to college.
Aurora specializes in college application strategy, essay writing, and SAT-related English and math. She brings a warm, organized, and thoughtful approach to her tutoring and is passionate about helping students find their voice and stand out in the admissions process. She currently works with HSA Tutoring and plans to pursue a career in law, policy, and advocacy.
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Jennifer
Jen (class of 2028) is from Keene, New Hampshire but now lives in Massachusetts. She attended public school. She scored a 1540 on the SAT and has taught English to students since being in high school. She learned to work with a variety of students–learning to be patient, leadership, and public speaking. In high school, she served as President of Interact Club, cultural organizations, and was involved with several non-profit organizations. She is now a tutor with HSA Tutoring.
She has expertise in both math and reading and wants to build her students' academic confidence while also helping them succeed. Jen is very excited to meet her students.
Emily
Emily Sun is a senior from Boston, MA concentrating in Computer Science with a minor in Sociology. In college, Emily has served as the President of Harvard Computer Society, Director of Consulting for Harvard Product Lab and a Peer Advising Fellow. She has also worked as a Teaching Assistant for Intro Computer Science and Discrete Math courses at Harvard. In her free time, Emily enjoys painting and baking. Emily tutors English, history, writing, math up to pre-calculus, computer science and standardized test prep!
Dino
Dino Perusko is an international student from Labin, Croatia. He is a member of the Harvard class of 2028 concentrating in Anthropology and Applied Math. In 2022, he won an ASSIST Scholarship to complete his junior year of high school in the United States, so he is familiar with both American and international educational systems.
In high school, he participated in theater, and many writing and math competitions. In his free time, he likes to build dry stone walls, preserving the intangible cultural heritage of Croatia that is protected by UNESCO.
As an international student seeking financial aid, he was accepted by Harvard, Yale, Princeton, UPenn, Brown, Duke, and Amherst. His expertise lies in helping students develop their passion projects and build a strong set of extracurriculars that will ensure their admission to the colleges of their choice. He also specializes in helping students write the best college essays and math and SAT tutoring.
Kiri-Anna
Kiri-Anna is a sophomore at Harvard pursuing a double concentration in Biology and Government.
She attended public high school where she took 14 AP classes, with particular strengths in History, Biology, English, and Statistics. She took the SAT at age 14, scoring 770 math + 780 verbal. She applied solely to colleges with competitive acceptance rates ranging from 3% (Harvard) to 12% (UC Berkeley) and was accepted to every school that she applied to.
On campus, she is involved with the International Relations Council, including competing at and chairing Model United Nations conferences. She also works for the Office for Sustainability at Harvard. She is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and is trained in Shakespearian theatre. She is a choral soprano and performed at Carnegie Hall. She played Varsity hockey in high school and has played the violin for ten years.
Relevant coursework at Harvard includes Government, Economics, Planetary Science, Organismic Biology, Comparative Literature, and Data Science.
Martin
Martin Bigil-Rico is a rising senior at Harvard University studying Computer Science and Statistics. He attended a public magnet high school in Southern California, where he held leadership positions in five clubs and participated in several of the nation’s most prestigious summer STEM programs. Martin achieved a 1510 on the SAT and earned 5’s on AP exams including English Language and Composition, English Literature, Calculus BC, Physics C: Mechanics, and Microeconomics and Macroeconomics.
At Harvard, he co-founded SAT Daily, an app designed to help students access advanced SAT study resources; served as an editor for the campus Philosophy Review; and worked as a software developer for the Harvard Rocketry Club. He has extensive experience teaching the SAT, ACT, AP exams, and a wide range of academic subjects from English to Calculus, as well as providing college admissions coaching and essay support. His college counseling students have been accepted to top universities including Harvard, Princeton, Cornell, Carnegie Mellon, Notre Dame, Washington University in St. Louis, Boston University, UCLA, and UC Berkeley.
Darren
Experienced college counselor; helped students get into T10 including Harvard (x5), Stanford (x1), Brown (x2).
Folukemi
Folukemi Olufidipe is a 2025 graduate of Harvard, where she earned a A.B. in Economics with a secondary in Psychology. In high school, she served as the Student Government Historian and was a member of the Math Honor Society for six years. In high school, Folukemi took 13 APs, including AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP English Language and AP English Literature, scoring 5s on all exams. She also completed the AP Capstone Program, publishing her own research paper on feminism in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She scored a 1500 on the SAT and a 35 on the ACT. She was accepted to Princeton, UPenn, Cornell as well as other schools. At Harvard, Folukemi held several leadership roles, including President of the Nigerian Student Association and House Represenative for the 2025 Class Committee. She was also a writer for the Harvard Undergraduate Law Review. She was a research assistant with the Kennedy School's Health Inequality Lab, helping publish a paper on healthcare policy in U.S. jails, and completed two summer internships: one with a top global law firm and one with a leading global consulting firm. Folukemi is passionate about tutoring, specializing in SAT/ACT prep and college admissions counseling. She is a member of the Columbia Law Class of 2030 through the Leadership Experience Admissions Deferral (LEAD) Fellowship Program.
Jiajia
I'm a student at Harvard College studying chemistry and human evolutionary biology. I came from a very competitive public high school where excellence meant more than just academics. My main extracurriculars in high school were student council (president) and varsity swimming (captain). I want to help you achieve your goals and beyond!
Emiliano
Born in Mexico and raised in Arlington, Texas, Emiliano (Class of 28) intends to concentrate in Government and History & Literature, with a focus on Latin American Studies. He is also considering being pre-law and pursuing a secondary in Ethnicity, Migration, and Rights (EMR). At the college, he is a member of Candela's latin dance performance team, is currently comping the Harvard Undergraduate Legal Committee and Small Claims Advisory Service, a part of the board game and knitting clubs, and is a member of the various Latin American Affinity groups. Throughout high school, he took 18 AP exams, scored a 1450 and 32 on the SAT and ACT respectively, was class president (9th, 10th, 11th) and student body president (12th), and served on his school district's Student advisory board his junior year, where he later became co-president. When it comes to subject-specific tutoring, he is well qualified in core subjects like math, sciences, and english, scoring 5s and 4s on these AP exams. He also has personal experience applying (and being accepted) to selective programs such as MITES Semester, Dartmouth Bound, and CalTech Up Close as well as other selective colleges (Princeton, Yale, Dartmouth). Having dreamed of attending Harvard since 4th grade, he catered much of his pre-college academic career towards being a competitive applicant for selective colleges, and is prepared to help your student do the same in whatever stage of the application process they find themselves in.
Mary Catherine
Mary Catherine Hanafee LaPlante is a senior at Harvard University studying Economics and Government. Originally from Mount Prospect, Illinois, she scored a 1550 on the SAT and a 1500 on the PSAT. She is comfortable tutoring a wide range of subjects, including all levels of math up to AP Calculus BC. She is also well-versed in the sciences—especially Chemistry and Physics—and has a strong passion for History and the social sciences. She earned 5s on AP Calc BC, AP Environmental Science, AP Psychology, AP U.S. History, AP World History, and AP Human Geography.
In high school, Mary Catherine was the Illinois State Champion in Science Olympiad (Ecology), captain of the Varsity Lacrosse team, and the founder of a non-profit that successfully eliminated pesticides and herbicides from her local community’s public spaces. She also ran a successful college essay editing service for two years and has extensive experience helping students craft compelling personal statements and supplementals.
At Harvard, Mary Catherine conducts research with the Harvard Economics Department and is involved in cutting-edge AI research. She’s also been offered a full-time role at McKinsey & Company following graduation. With years of tutoring experience and a proven academic track record, Mary Catherine brings both subject expertise and mentorship to every student she works with.
Gabrielle
I am a psychology concentrator with a French secondary at Harvard, with a strong passion for learning and helping others succeed. During high school, I achieved a 44/45 in the IB diploma and scored a 770/800 in the SAT Reading and Writing section (99th percentile). Meanwhile, during my gap year, I received a certification of my advanced (C1) level in French through the Diplôme Approfondi de la Langue Française exam. In college, I have maintained a 3.95+ GPA.
I have over five years of experience tutoring a diverse range of subjects and students, from volunteering with underprivileged English learners in Hong Kong, to providing virtual SAT preparation for students across six countries.
I am eager to tutor learners who are seeking to improve their skills and knowledge in Psychology, French, and English. Additionally, I have experience in college counseling and would be happy to support students navigating the American college admissions process.
My teaching philosophy is student-centered and adaptive, focusing on understanding each student’s unique goals, learning styles, and challenges. I customize lesson plans to ensure sessions are both engaging and purposeful, prioritizing critical thinking, organization, and independent learning strategies that extend beyond the classroom. By fostering a collaborative and supportive environment, I aim to empower students to build confidence, stay motivated, and achieve their full potential.
Lulit
My name is Lulit and I'm a sophomore at Harvard College studying Psychology. On campus, I'm involved in the Association of Black Harvard Women, Greener Scott Scholars, and the Philips Brooks House Association. Additionally, I love to tutor English as a Second Language with Ringle and I am a citizenship test tutor with the Insitute of Politics!
Roja
My name is Roja Yousuf and I am currently an Undergraduate at Harvard University studying Neuroscience with a secondary in Global Health and Policy.
Diego
Diego Espinosa is a senior at Harvard College studying Economics with a secondary in Art, Film, and Visual Studies. He is from Mexico City, where he completed his education through high school and graduated as Valedictorian. He scored a 1500 on the SAT and has experience teaching Math and Physics. He has worked at startups in the hospitality and food industries and has worked with astrophysics research groups studying exoplanets. At Harvard, he is a member of the Futsal Club and coaches local U-14 soccer teams. Last summer, he studied Math and Business at the University of Cambridge and tutored local students.
Diego teaches Math up to AP Calculus AB, as well as Macroeconomics. He also supports students with SAT prep, college applications, and essay writing, focusing on helping them stand out by telling their stories in a compelling and authentic way. He speaks Spanish, English, and French.
Nishi
Nishi Patel is a rising sophomore at Harvard College this year. She was born and raised in India until she moved to Chicago suburbs three years ago, finishing most of her high school in India and then further half of high school in the States. She graduated Class of 2024 aiming to concentrate in Molecular and Cellular Biology with a secondary in Philosophy on the pre-medical track. Her top high school extracurriculars involved being the Managing Editor of her school newspaper, Teacher's Assistant for Chemistry Honors and AP Chemistry as well as being a founding board member of a local non-profit mental health organization. At Harvard, she is involved with The Harvard Undergraduate Research Journal as a Peer Reviewer and Designer, Harvard Dharma, the Hindu students club, as a Freshmen Representative, and a member of Orthopedics and Surgery Cohorts as well. She aims to start volunteering with Homeless Shelter and looks forward to being in a research lab in the fall. Her hobbies include reading, dancing and writing --- she has published two books on Amazon.
She has volunteered as a tutor before teaching STEM courses like Biology, Chemistry and Math. She also is willing to tutor creative writing as well. Her AP scores for AP Biology, Chemistry and Calculus BC were 5's in addition to another 5 on AP Psychology.
Rauf
I am an International Student Pakistan studying a double concentration in Economics and Social Studies.
Kadyn
Kadyn A. is a freshman at Harvard College studying Applied Mathematics with an application in Economics and Computer Science. Originally from Forsyth County, GA, she graduated high school as president of both the Math Honor Society and Black Student Union, while competing in FBLA, HOSA, FCCLA, and playing two varsity sports. She scored a 1510 on the SAT and a 34 on the ACT, and hopes to continue blending her analytical skills with her passion for leadership and mentorship. At Harvard, Kadyn is involved with the PBHA Strong Women, Strong Girls initiative, the Harvard Undergraduate Real Estate Investment Group, and several affinity groups that reflect her commitment to community. As a tutor, she’s passionate about helping students thrive across subjects—especially in STEM. From Algebra to Multivariable Calculus, she breaks down complex concepts into clear, engaging lessons that build confidence and understanding. Kadyn also enjoys guiding students through the college admissions process, from essay brainstorming to showcasing their passions on paper. Her goal is to make learning empowering and help every student reach their fullest academic and personal potential.
Hanah
Hanah is a sophomore at Harvard College studying Bioengineering. A violinist and the 2024 valedictorian of Harker Heights High School, Hanah has taught beginner musicians and academics alike. Hanah has also counseled numerous domestic and international students accepted into T20 U.S. colleges. She currently teaches math and leads SAT workshops for high school students at The Tutoring Center in Texas.
Hanah loves to read fan-made works and Webtoons in her free time. She also enjoys eating kimchi and trying heinous combinations of coffee and energy drinks. Although she is unable to give any valuable culinary advice, Hanah is able to provide college counseling and tutor SAT (1570), ACT (35), Math (5s on AP Calculus AB and AP Calculus BC), and English (5s on AP English Language and AP English Literature).
Chloe
Chloe is a sophomore at Harvard College studying sociology on the data analytics track. At Harvard, she enjoys serving as President of the Harvard Caribbean Club. Before coming to Harvard, her favorite extracurriculars were founding her school's fashion club and playing on the tennis team.
Chloe has worked with students of all ages ranging from 1st to 12th grade. Since coming to Harvard, she has tutored with three different after school programs in the Boston area. Her most recent tutoring experience has been working with high school students to offer homework support in all subjects.
Neeraja
Hello! My name is Neeraja Kumar and I am a sophomore at the college studying Government. I have been tutoring for the past four years, working on a variety of subjects, include SAT Math, SAT Reading, College Essay Writing, and mainly AP Subjects where my specialties include US History, European History, Psychology, Literature, Calculus, Government, and Language. I also currently mentor two students in music and help to teach dance in my local community.
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Stan
I am a college student at Harvard (co '28). I'm originally from Mobile, AL. During high school, I scored a 34 on my ACT and was a national merit finalist (based on PSAT scores). I also took all IB classes and received the IB diploma (with the highest score in my class). In high school, my extracurriculars centered on languages, volunteering, and soccer. I also participated in the US State Department's National Security Language Initiative (NSLI-Y) and the Youth Ambassadors Program.
Currently, I am concentrating in Government with a secondary in Computer Science and a Russian citation. I am also a Research Assistant for a professor working on a book about interethnic relations in different global regions, and I write for the Harvard Crimson (newspaper). I also volunteer teaching in Boston and play Club Soccer.
I am comfortable tutoring any number of subjects at the IB level. In addition, I am fluent in Spanish. I can also tutor for college essays!
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Stephen
Hello!
I'm a sophomore at Harvard studying neuroscience, and I'm also pre-med.
I've been tutoring since I was a sophomore in high school, and have helped people study for the PSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE, and various AP exams. I also really enjoy working with people to build a more solid foundation in English, math, and science. Over time, I've built up a lot of different strategies for different ways to approach learning and reviewing materials, and my goal is always to make learning as easy and enjoyable as possible for everyone.
Numbers aren't everything, but if you're looking to study for a standardized test, I've done quite a few and would love to help. For reference, I got a 5 on 11 AP exams (including Biology, Chemistry, Physics 1 and 2, and Calc AB/BC), a 7 on IB Spanish, and a 1590 on the SAT.
That said, you don't need to be studying for a test to benefit from tutoring! If you just want more time and resources to understand material that's moving a little fast, or solidify a foundational skill before future classes, I'd love to help!
Moniola
Moniola Odunsi is a senior at Harvard College (Class of 2026), concentrating in Economics with a secondary in Computer Science. Originally from North Potomac, Maryland, she attended The Madeira School in McLean, Virginia, where she graduated with a 4.0 GPA and earned a perfect 36 on the ACT. She was admitted to all 13 schools she applied to, including Stanford, MIT, Yale, and the University of Pennsylvania. In high school, she founded a podcast and website platform highlighting underrepresented minority leaders in entrepreneurship and served as Co-President of her school’s Business and Economics Club. She also founded her school's first TEDxYouth event and volunteered in various capacities, including for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
At Harvard, Moniola is the Co-President of Harvard Undergraduate Ventures, the university’s largest student-run entrepreneurship and venture capital organization, and Co-Chair for Career Development at Harvard Undergraduate Women in Business, where she leads initiatives to equip women with resources, industry exposure, and networks to excel in business. Moniola also has experience mentoring students in college admissions and standardized test preparation. Outside of academics, she enjoys playing tennis and creative writing.
Lamisa
Hello, I'm Lamisa! I’m a junior studying Neuroscience and Global Health and Health Policy at Harvard! I have 3 years of writing tutoring experience; I've helped with college application essays, argumentative essays, and research papers. Also, from mentoring in the past, I have experience giving college-prep advice. My approach to tutoring consists of understanding the learning style and needs of my students early on in order to properly structure our time together and ensure that I'm providing efficient guidance and support. I am dedicated to putting in the time and effort to help my students achieve their goals.
Mercy
Mercy Ghobrial, a Harvard College Government student, is passionate about international relations, law, and civic engagement. A top graduate of Upland High School with a 4.7 GPA, she ranked in the top 2 of 700 seniors, earned the California Seal of Biliteracy in French, and completed 12 AP courses, including U.S. History, Government, Comparative Politics, and English Literature. She specializes in tutoring humanities, essay writing, and college applications, with additional experience in Algebra and Pre-Calculus.
As president of the National Honor Society, Mercy led tutoring initiatives across eight schools and mentored students academically and extracurricularly. An award-winning debater, she has placed in regional and national competitions. She interned at Askander Law Firm, translating for Arabic-speaking clients and assisting in court. At Harvard, she tutors in the Citizenship Tutoring program, teaches civics through CIVICS, and is a member of the Harvard College Debate Union. She also manages SEO and content for her family’s construction business. Having navigated the college admissions process herself, she is eager to help students craft compelling essays and applications that showcase their strengths and unique stories.
Achunike
Nike Okafor is a sophomore at Harvard College, Class of 2027, from Brooklyn, NY, pursuing a double concentration in Neuroscience and Art, Film, and Visual Studies. His academic background is distinguished by exceptional performance across standardized testing and rigorous curricula. Nike scored a 1540 on the SAT and earned a 44/45 in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, with top scores in Math SL AA (7), English HL (7), Spanish SL (6), Physics HL (7), Biology HL (7), and History of the Americas HL (7). In addition, he completed several AP courses, earning 5s in AP Computer Science A, AP Calculus BC, and AP Chemistry. He has extensive experience in STEM tutoring, particularly in mathematics, science, and computer science. His mathematical aptitude is further demonstrated by his performance in competitive math contests, scoring 110/150 on the AMC 10B and 9/15 on the AIME, qualifying him for the USA Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO). He is also an excellent resource for college application and essay mentorship. He was accepted to all eight Ivy League schools as well as other top-tier institutions including Stanford, MIT, Caltech and 44+ schools. He has a deep understanding of what competitive colleges seek in applicants and has successfully mentored peers through the admissions process. His mentees have gained admission to prestigious universities such as Duke and Columbia, thanks to his personalized guidance and goal-setting strategies.
Jahir
Jahir Tineo Castillo is a Junior at Harvard College concentrating in Government and Economics. He is a proud Massachusetts resident who is passionate about law, advocacy, and civil rights. On campus, he is involved in Black Men’s Forum, Phillips Brook’s Housing Association, and Harvard Model Congress. When he is not in the classroom he is hanging out with friends, listening to music, and writing poetry. Additionally, he is passionate about cultural exchange and loves to chat about historical events.
Tehle
Tehle is a sophomore at Harvard studying Psychology and Government, with a language citation in Italian. Taking coursework from creative writing to statistics, Tehle has maintained a 4.0 GPA and has received several awards recognizing her academic excellence, including the Detur Book Prize and the John Harvard Scholarship. At Harvard, she is the President of the Behavioral Strategy Group, Harvard’s premier behavioral economics organization, and gives tours and provides college mentorship to local Boston public school students through the Crimson Key Society. Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Tehle completed the rigorous International Baccalaureate program at her public school and finished high school with a 5.3 weighted/4.0 unweighted GPA. While in high school, she was a National Merit Finalist and earned perfect scores on the Reading/Writing portions of the SAT (800) and ACT (36). She scored in the 99th percentile on both tests. She competed on her high school’s Mock Trial team, reaching the Maryland state championships, and played varsity soccer all four years.
Tehle is passionate about writing. She loves the editing process, whether for students’ college applications or as an Editing Executive for Harvard’s student newspaper, The Crimson. As a college counselor, Tehle has helped her clients raise their SAT scores by 150+ points, discover their dream schools, and gain admission to top private, public, and international universities with merit scholarships.
Nicky
Nicky is a sophomore at Harvard College studying Biomedical Engineering with a secondary in Economics. As an alum of NC School of Science and Math, she has years of prior experience with crafting curriculums for Pre-Calculus and led educational summer camps in programming and STEM experiments.
She is able to provide college counseling and tutor SAT (1560), Math (Algebra, AP Calc, Multi, Combinatorics), AP Biology, AP Statistics, Physics, and Programming. She’s deeply committed to helping students not only master STEM concepts, but truly enjoy the learning process.
She has also spent three summers in scientific research including cancer therapeutics with publication authorship. During high school, she partook and won awards in FIRST Robotics, Science Olympiad, Ethics Bowl, HOSA, TSA, Envirothon, and more.
Nilufer
Public Speaking: competitive speech and debater for 8 years. Top Speaker at Tournament of Champions for debate, National Online Forensics Tournament Champion for Extemporaneous Speaking
ACT Reading & Writing: 36 on both sections
English: three years of Honors English in high school, accepted into Harvard top freshman humanities seminar - ending with an A in the course
History: 5 on APUSH exam
Language: 6 years of Chinese experience, worked in China with a Chinese companies for two months speaking only Chinese
Mahi
I’m a Harvard College student (Class of 2028) from Batavia, Ohio, concentrating in Cognitive Neuroscience and Evolutionary Biology with a secondary in South Asian Studies. On the pre-med track, I am dedicated to both academic rigor and meaningful mentorship. I earned a perfect 36 on the ACT and scored 5s on AP exams including Calculus AB, Biology, Environmental Science, and Psychology. With 3 years of tutoring experience, I take a patient, individualized approach to help students build confidence, master challenging concepts, and develop strong study habits. In addition to tutoring, I continue to mentor younger students through music (flute), afterschool programs, and as the manager of Harvard’s Community Care Collective for pre-med students. I genuinely enjoy helping students reach their full potential and would be honored to support your child’s academic journey.
Ryan
Hi!
I'm Ryan Rhee, a Harvard student studying Sociology and Economics. I grew up attending international schools across China, Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea, so I understand the unique challenges of applying to college from highly competitive environments and the pressure throughout the whole application process from the SAT to college essays.
I specialize in SAT prep and college counseling and want to make the process as streamlined and stress-free as possible. I've gone to rote SAT camps in Korea and know the struggle of learning material that seems pointless and inapplicable to the SAT. I focus on teaching effective strategies through a more hands-on and student-centered approach and have raised scores by 200+ points in just 5 hours. On the college counseling side, I've seen many of my friends pay thousands of dollars for college counselors that aren't truly invested in their students and that fail to convincingly sell their students to colleges. I believe the number one goal for a college counselor is to be invested in their students' lives and craft stories that are unique and attractive to colleges. My approach has helped many students craft compelling applications that stand out beyond the thousands of numbers in an application cycle and get into their dream schools.
I've taught through many programs within Harvard and outside of Harvard and am willing to help you out!
Please feel free to reach out!
Harron
Pittsburgh & Seoul Native, 4 year College Applications/SAT/ACT/AP Tutor
Extensive Economics / Finance Experience
Pascale
Pascale F. is a sophomore at Harvard College, pursuing a Neuroscience degree on the premedical track with a secondary in Education. Originally from California, she has pursued her passion for healthcare and education as a Director with the Leaders program at the Phillips Brooks House Association, where she mentors high school students in college readiness. Additionally, she is the Vice President of the Harvard Undergraduate Mind, Brain, Behavior organization, organizing neuroscience-related educational events for the broader Harvard community. Pascale’s passion for advocating for educational equality started with her efforts as a first-generation college student to find better educational resources and self-study for exams such as the SAT and ACT, on which she earned a 1570 and 36, respectively. With the skills and tricks she picked up during her standardized test studying, Pascale has helped many students increase their speed and accuracy on the SAT and ACT, raising their scores and test-taking confidence. Similarly, as a college consultant, Pascale has helped many of her students brainstorm, organize, and solidify their application essays for summer programs and college applications for admission into top programs and universities. Pascale guides students in these endeavors with a focus on maintaining the student’s voice throughout the application to ensure that the student’s authenticity and personality shine through in their essays, ECs, and overall application.
