Testimonials
Our goal is your success! Here are just a handful of our success stories.
“I appreciated my daughter finding her narrative – that was so much of her journey. I also appreciated the time that the three of us spent together with you and that we were invited into the process.”
Parent, Stanford University, Class of 2029
“Thank you for all the help you’ve given me over the past few years, through our one-on-one meetings, your feedback on all of my application materials, and your overall warm support throughout the process.”
Student, Stanford University, Class of 2030 “Thank you so much for your incredible advice, edits, and encouragement these past months. I wouldn’t be here without you.”
Student, Princeton University, Class of 2030 “We owe it all to you. We couldn’t have done it without you!”
Parent, Boston University School of Medicine, Class of 2029 “Our sons are two totally different people, and you managed to connect well with both of them on their essays!”
Parent, Duke University, Class of 2029, Penn State University, Class of 2026 “Thank you both for all your help throughout this entire process – I wouldn’t have been able to do it without the Collegiate Gateway Team!!”
Student, Georgetown University, Class of 2029 “I appreciated my daughter finding her narrative – that was so much of her journey. I also appreciated the time that the three of us spent together with you and that we were invited into the process.”
Parent, Stanford University, Class of 2029 “Thank you so much for all your support throughout this process. Your help on everything from ideation to the drafts themselves was invaluable!”
Student, Amherst College, Class of 2029 “The essay editing was the most helpful. I became a better writer and you helped me find my voice. It was separate and more authentic than getting edits from people at school or my family!”
Student, Stanford University, Class of 2029 “I can’t believe I ended up with seven acceptances. Thank you so much for your help and support. I am so grateful for all of the advice you’ve given me over the past four years, and I’m thrilled for what’s to come.”
Student, Weill Cornell Medicine, Class of 2029 The expertise and insight of your team helped (our son) present his best self and for that he received multiple medical school acceptances. We will forever be grateful for your part in helping him pursue his dream of becoming a doctor.
Parent, Rocky Vista College of Osteopathic Medicine, Class of 2029“Thanks again for the outstanding work you do! So privileged to have had the opportunity to partner with true experts who care like you!”
Parent of Twins, Tufts University and USC, Class of 2027 Thank you for the energy and excellence you bring to your work. My kids always leave conversations with you feeling seen — and ready to enthusiastically tackle the work of applications.
Parent, Wharton MBA/MA Joint Degree, Class of 2027; Princeton University, Class of 2020 “I am truly grateful for your assistance as without your input there is no chance I would be where I am today. I could not have produced the quality of the application we put together on my own.”
Student, Albany Medical School, Class of 2027 “Thank you so much for all of your help. I really appreciated your patience, guidance and support throughout. It was immensely helpful and needed.”
Student, NYU Silver School of Social Work, MSW, Class of 2027 I want to thank each of you from the bottom of my heart for your comprehensive guidance and consistent support throughout this journey. It really takes a village and I am so grateful to have had wonderful people like you in my corner.
Student, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Class of 2027“Our son is doing well at his humanities writing assignments at UChicago. His writing skills were improved by the college essay writing process with you.”
Parent, University of Chicago, Class of 2026 “It goes without saying that we are thrilled. Fantastic outcome! My son and I gave you the MVP for the big assist! Many thanks!”
Parent, Tufts University School of Medicine, Class of 2025 “Thank you so much for all of your guidance and help throughout the college application process! During such an unusual year and application cycle, having you as a counselor has definitely helped make the process a little less hectic and stressful for me.”
Student, Washington University in St. Louis, Class of 2025 “Thank you so very much for all your time, good counsel, responsiveness, and advice for our son. He so values your opinions and involvement in this process. Thank you for being so present on each step of the journey with him.”
Parent, University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2025 “This is better than I could have hoped for, especially during this unpredictable year, and I am so, so grateful for all of your guidance throughout this process.”
Student, Haverford College, Class of 2025 “I am so thankful for all the support you’ve given me this past year and your hard work and dedication have really meant the world to me. It was an honor to work with you and I can’t thank you enough for believing in me.”
Student, Wake Forest University, Class of 2025 “I cannot reiterate enough how grateful I am for all the help and support that you provided for me throughout the admissions process. Thank you for keeping me organized, succinct, and motivated! I cannot thank you enough for your tireless efforts in helping put the pieces together.”
Student, MIT Media Lab, PhD in physics, Class of 2025“If only I could bring you to medical school with me, I would be the most productive student on campus. I also thank you for always believing in me and being optimistic, even when I myself felt like I would not get in. Attending MUSC was my absolute #1 dream, and is now my reality.”
Student, MUSC Medical School, Class of 2024“You must be tired of hearing me say I could not have accomplished all these results without you!”
Student, MIT Sloane School of Management, Class of 2024Julie is a remarkably genuine person who actually cares about her students and their success; I could not recommend her more strongly.
Student, Columbia Law School, Class of 2023“I am really happy with the way this cycle turned out—I never imagined I would get 9 acceptances! You really helped me put together a very nice application and story.”
Student, Mount Sinai Medical School, Class of 2023“I couldn’t have done it without you! Thank you so much for all of the time you have put in to guide me through this process! It was a great experience working with you!”
Student, NYU, Class of 2023“We truly wouldn’t be where we are today if it weren’t for everything you’ve done. My daughters and I were fortunate to have you be a part of this most stressful time in our lives.”
Parent of UVA Jefferson Scholar, Class of 2022“Thank you so much for your help throughout the process. I truly believe I ended up at the perfect med school for me!”
Student, Temple Medical School, Class of 2022“Thank you again for all of your very patient help. You have been a life saver.”
Parent of UVA Student, Class of 2022“Thank you so much for all your help throughout this process, Julie! I really loved how my essays and thinking about my plans evolved while we worked together.”
Student, Stanford University, MA Mechanical Engineering, Class of 2022“Julie helped me integrate my experiences and interests into a compelling story for my personal statement and entire law school application. I was truly able to put my best foot forward with her guidance!”
Student, Penn Law, Class of 2021“Thank you so much for all your help and for keeping me grounded and sane.”
Student, Cornell University, Class of 2020“I wanted to say a huge thank you! It’s been really great having you there pushing me to get these materials to such a high level. I feel extremely confident thanks to all your wonderful suggestions.”
Student, Harvard University, Class of 2020“The interview went well and just found out yesterday afternoon that I got into Stanford! I’m very excited and thanks for all your help and time!”
Student, Stanford Graduate School of Business, Class of 2020 “We have really valued your services during this time and think our son has been able to take full ownership of this process because of your help and guidance.”
Parent of Northwestern University Student, Class of 2020Thank you so much Julie! I am still trying to soak it all in, because it is more than I could have even hoped for, so I really appreciate all of your guidance!
Student, Columbia Business School, Forte Fellow, Class of 2020“Thank you for all of the phenomenal advice that you provided to our daughter (and her parents!) over the last few years. You offered so much perspective and encouragement!”
Parent of Amherst College Student, Class of 2020“Not only did Julie help organize my materials and deadlines, but our conversations were thought-provoking and valuable. Julie has a great energy that is motivational and made a stressful undertaking truly enjoyable.”
Student, Johns Hopkins University, MA in Advanced International Studies, Class of 2019“The self-awareness I gained from my MBTI® assessment, along with Julie’s guided analysis, has helped me immeasurably with teamwork in medical school. Julie was able to provide incredibly valuable insight!”
Student, NYU School of Medicine, Class of 2019“Thank you for all the work that went into moving my son along. He put his heart and soul into the process.”
Parent of Brown University Transfer Student, Class of 2018“I am now 5 for 5 on admissions. I got into Emory Law with a $100,000 scholarship. As you can imagine, I am quite thrilled!”
Student, Emory Law School, Class of 2018“I really appreciate that you made a lot of effort to help me, including late nights and quick turnarounds. Thanks for all your help, it was great working together!”
Student, Harvard Business School, Class of 2017 “I can’t believe I ended up with seven acceptances. Thank you so much for your help and support. I am so grateful for all of the advice you’ve given me over the past four years, and I’m thrilled for what’s to come.”
Student, Weill Cornell Medicine, Class of 2029