"It felt like Justin was genuinely invested in my success. He listened and encouraged me even when I didn't believe in myself. I am so thankful he helped me find my way."
"I would recommend Justin to any student who wants guidance that’s both strategic and deeply personalized. He knows how to navigate the competitive admissions landscape and how to best shape an application, but more importantly, he helps students stay authentic to themselves. His feedback is always insightful, and his calm, positive approach makes a stressful process feel much more manageable."
"Justin’s expertise, patience, and kindness truly set him apart. We are so happy we worked with him. We had so many fears and uncertainties going into the application process, but having someone with Justin’s experience guiding us made all the difference."
"Our student will be attending Wharton at the University of Pennsylvania next year, and I truly believe he wouldn’t be in this position without the guidance Justin provided."
"Our work with you was extremely valuable, especially because you honed in so quickly on what is truly special about (my daughter), and gave her a lens through which to adjust/polish her application."
"I would definitely recommend Justin as a college counselor. He excels at thinking outside the box when it comes to crafting a narrative that is unique to each student, giving them the best chance to stand out in a sea of applicants. His experience on the other side of admissions allows him to effectively highlight the most compelling aspects of a resume."
"As a parent, you just want your child to have the best opportunities possible, and I can confidently say that choosing Justin was the best decision we made. Not only has he made our son’s dream come true, but we also feel like he has grown so much by working with him."
"Justin's resume is simply unmatched in the college counseling world. You simply can't put a price on the level of expertise he brings to the table."
"College admissions has really become an arms race, with so many qualified students applying from all over the country and constantly one-upping each other in achievements. Justin was incredibly valuable in guiding our student on how to stand out from all the noise—offering suggestions on which extracurriculars to invest more time in, helping craft the strongest essay responses, and answering all our questions along the way. He is extremely accessible and responsive, even during the most hectic times before deadlines."
"While (our child’s) school has several college counselors, we felt that Justin provided a next level of expertise due to his prior experience on the Harvard admissions committee. It was incredibly valuable to have someone reviewing our son’s applications who had been on the other side of the table."
"Without Justin’s guidance and help, I strongly believe I would not have been accepted to the University of Pennsylvania. Justin’s guidance helped form a strong application that got me accepted into Wharton, which I do not believe would have happened otherwise. I don’t think I would have been nearly as successful in the college admissions process without Justin."
"Working with Justin was an incredibly valuable part of my college application process. Not only did Justin help tremendously with the entire process, but he was also very easy to talk to and work with. He’s extremely knowledgeable about the admissions process, yet he also took the time to really understand who you are and what matters to you. Our conversations felt thoughtful and collaborative, and I found his advice very insightful and tailored to me. Justin helped me refine my essays to truly reflect my voice, and he always knew how to push my thinking just a bit further in a supportive way. I left each session feeling more confident and more excited about the process."
"This was our first time going through the college application process, and we came to Justin with disorganized and scattered thoughts. Without his help, our student’s application would have been a mess."
"I’m excited to share that I was accepted to Harvard and Stanford via regular decision! I will be attending Harvard in the fall. Thank you so much for your advice and guidance—I am certain it played a significant role in the admissions outcome."
"Justin laid out a great timeline for our student, allowing for steady progress without feeling overwhelmed by the application process. He is also extremely adept at working within word counts. Justin understands that every part of a college application is valuable real estate, and he ensures that no space is wasted and every word works to your advantage."
“Thank you so much for all of your continued support during this process. It definitely paid off!"
"Justin’s qualities make him stand out as a college counselor. Justin was a former college admissions officer and has plenty of experience in the whole realm of college applications, and I definitely saw this reflected in his work and advice. He’s incredibly insightful, with a deep understanding of what different colleges are looking for and how to help students position themselves authentically. He’s also a great listener—he really takes the time to understand your goals, interests, voice, and who you truly are as a person, which made his feedback very tailored and meaningful. Moreover, Justin was a great problem solver throughout the college process, as he not only provided great advice and strategies for my overall application, but was able to adapt to any stipulations or issues that arose. His calm, steady presence was also quite reassuring during what can be a really overwhelming time. Given all of these qualities, I had a great experience overall working with Justin and having him as a college counselor."
"Thank you for your guidance, Justin. We couldn't be more thrilled with the result."
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