College Counseling

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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 is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and is trained in Shakespearian theatre. She is a choral soprano and has won numerous awards in addition to performing at Carnegie Hall. She played Varsity hockey in high school and has played the violin for ten years. Relevant coursework at Harvard includes Government, Planetary Science, Organismic & Evolutionary Biology, Economics, and Comparative Literature.

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!

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!

Hi! I offer tutoring in math up to BC Calculus and I'm happy to help with all science subjects, including Chemistry and Physics. In addition, I have extensive experience editing essays, and spent 2 years running a successful a college essay editing service. I was the Illinois state champion in Science Olympiad, and the youngest person in my school to get a 5 on the BC Calc AP exam!

Sophia Wang is a senior from New York City studying History (focus area on Economic History) and Film Production. She attended a competitive specialized public high school in the arts where she graduated in the top 5 out of 770 students, and she was accepted into top schools including Harvard, Princeton, Columbia, Cornell (Dyson Business), Georgetown (McDonough Business), Northwestern, NYU (Tandon Engineering), and Fordham (Gabelli Business, Presidential Scholar/Full Ride). At her arts school, she took a full honors and AP course load while also taking required classes in her visual art major. In high school, she helped co-found a recognized arts non-profit dedicated to bringing free arts resources to under-resourced communities in 25 countries across 6 continents and volunteered extensively with her local 4-H program to expand STEM opportunities to youth. She also played two varsity sports. She has experience peer tutoring in subjects ranging from middle school/high school math to history to the arts. Her main areas of expertise are history, writing, and algebra. In college, she has served as both a Research Assistant and a Course Assistant, and has extensive experience editing papers for courses and for research. She also has experience mentoring students for the college application process, college portfolios, and transfer application essays. As a high school senior, she applied successfully with an arts supplementary portfolio.

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.

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.

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.

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. I got a 5 on 11 AP exams (including Biology, Chemistry, Physics 1 and 2, and Calc AB/BC) and a 7 on IB Spanish, and my SAT score was a 1590.

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!

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.

I am an International Student Pakistan studying a double concentration in Economics and Social Studies.

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!

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.

Emiliano is a first-year at Harvard College concentrating in Government and History & Literature. A jack-of-all-trades, he's very knowledgeable in a variety of subjects. Throughout high school he took 18 AP exams, receiving an average score of 4, and received 5s in Calculus AB & BC, English Language, Environmental Science. His tutoring experience includes: peer tutoring during high school, hosting online tutoring workshops for the SAT Reading & Writing section and College Essay Writing. He 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). He also has various experiences in leadership and communication. During high school, he was class president (9th, 10th, 11th) and student body president (12th), served on a student advisory board for his school district (Co-president senior year), and participated in a Youth Leadership Development course with a local nonprofit (later becoming a board member). He has also won and competed in many speech and interview events.

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.

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.

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.

Abhigna Yella is a Freshmen Undergraduate at the Harvard College, concentrating in Biomedical Engineering and the graduating class of 2028. She is from Frisco, Texas, and in High School she graduated as Salutatorian and was a part of NJROTC (Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) and a co-author in the Research Labs at the University of Dallas Texas. She is currently a part of the Harvard Undergraduate Foreign Policy Initiative and the Harvard Undergraduate Bioethics Communications Initiative. She has had previous experience tutoring within her high school and for private clients. She is particularly suited for tutoring the following subjects: SAT, ACT, AP Exams, Math (Algebra, Pre-Cal, Calculus, Statistics), Sciences (Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Environmental Science, etc.), English (Reading, Writing), History (World, US, etc.), and Spanish (AP 4). Her scores on college standardized testing include: SAT (1560; 800 Math & 760 Reading/Writing), ACT (34). Her AP Scores include: AP Calculus BC/AP Human Geography/AP World History/AP Seminar/AP Environmental Science/AP US History Exam/AP Biology/AP Statistics/AP US Government & Politics/AP Economics/AP English Literature & Composition/AP Language & Composition: 5 and AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism/AP Physics C: Mechanics/AP Chemistry/AP Physics/AP Spanish Language & Culture Exam: 4

Hailey Krasnikov is a senior at Harvard College 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.

Experienced college counselor; helped students get into T10 including Harvard (x5), Stanford (x1), Brown (x2). Experience SAT and academic tutor.

Dino Perusko is an international student from Labin, Croatia. He is a member of the Harvard class of 2028, potentially 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 which led him to apply to colleges in America. 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. Here at Harvard, he is a part of the editorial board of the Harvard Crimson, and Harvard Philosophy Review. As an international student seeking financial aid who got into Harvard, Yale, Princeton, UPenn, Brown, Duke, and Amherst, he is well-trained in college counseling and college essay editing. He also previously tutored in math and English and continues to do so.

Pittsburgh & Seoul Native, 4 year College Applications/SAT/ACT/AP Tutor Extensive Economics / Finance Experience