I help families navigate the college admissions process with ease.
Congratulations, you’re applying to college! I know firsthand what an exciting, yet stressful time this is for you and your family. I’m here to decrease your confusion and make applying to college simple so that all you need to focus on is finding the school that is your perfect fit!
My process is student-centered and leverages each student’s unique background and experiences to help them find a university where they will thrive and feel empowered. Together, we craft a narrative that gives your applications the best chance of success.
My support extends beyond the logistics of applications and prioritizes the emotional well-being of my clients during this overwhelming time in their lives. I use my background in mental health and psychology to meet each family where they are at and help them navigate the uncertainty and complexity of the college application process.
Sofia, please find me a College Match!
Are you tired of spending hours on Niche and Princeton Review researching colleges?
Are you stressed about the selective college application process? Want expert advice on your college list to give yourself a better chance of admission?
Want to validate the college choices you are already considering?
The college search process is overwhelming for any high school senior, especially when adding other factors like support services and financial aid.
With College Match, you fill out a short survey about your preferences such as size, location, and major, as well as any dealbreakers. Sofia will use her insider knowledge and contacts to create a list of 8 or 12 universities she feels would be an excellent fit for you.
After purchase, you will receive a link to a form in your email. You can expect your list within 7 business days of submitting the form!
College Match
Choose between:
8 Colleges (3 Likelies, 3 Targets, 2 Reaches) - this option gives you basic information for eight colleges that fulfill most or all of your preferences. See example
12 Colleges (4 Likelies, 4 Targets, 4 Reaches) - this option provides information and links to specific degree programs, organizations, and opportunities at twelve colleges that fulfill most or all of your preferences. See example
The UC PIQ Essay Guide is a downloadable guide that gives students the tools to transform their UC Personal Insight Questions into answers that show colleges who they really are. It includes expert guidance, essay examples, and a structured check list for essay writing. Have confidence in knowing you will stand out as a strong candidate for admissions to the University of California system!
This is a comprehensive guide to writing the personal statement essay for the Common App. Sofia’s approach to helping students write the most compelling and authentic essays possible has been used by hundreds of students across the country. This guide will help you work through a step-by-step process, from brainstorming and outlining to drafting and polishing, so that you can craft an impressive essay that captures who you are as a person and how your perspective will add value to the community of your future university.
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Ready to crush that application? Check out my services to help you present your best self to colleges.