I cannot put into words how much Mimi has done for me throughout the college application process. I was able to organize and focus my efforts around staying ahead of the process and differentiating myself from other college applicants. This allowed me to minimize the stress I felt going into senior year and maximize the time and energy I could spend on my challenging class load. My school counselor mentioned several times how impressed she was with how prepared I was going into senior year.
Mimi was available almost around the clock, ready to answer any questions I had or to provide guidance on something. With Mimi, I felt uniquely prepared going into a very hard year at school.
Nick R. , Class of 2027
Vanderbilt University
I am not sure words can express how appreciative and fortunate we feel to have found Mimi. Coming from two parents that did not go to college and the fear of sending our only child off to a great school was a daunting and scary task at best. Mimi’s broad knowledge of schools and the college process immediately put us at ease. Mimi arranged our college tours which were both efficient and exciting. We will have fond memories of these special trips for a lifetime.
We loved the way Mimi connected with our son with the perfect balance of being comforting, encouraging to the tasks at hand and having a plan that kept him on track throughout the process. We noticed so much growth and personal responsibility from our son during this time period and for this we credit Mimi.
Mimi not only skillfully managed this process with our son, but was great at communicating with parents. We could always reach out for advice, either for a 5 minute check-in or a longer strategy session. Having an expert college counselor involved only helped our family dynamics during the final year of having our son at home with us. For that, we will always be grateful to Mimi for making this experience fun and an exciting journey!
Dawn and Michael S.
Parents of Mikey, Villanova Class of 2025
Mimi helped me with my college placement during my senior year of high school. She kept me on-task, organized and despite my procrastination and last-minute tendencies, I managed to submit my applications on-time. Unfortunately, due to my disappointing test scores, I did not get into my top 3 schools. I ended up at one of my back-up schools, got straight As my freshman year and with Mimi's guidance, applied again to six schools as a transfer student. I was accepted into 5 of the 6 schools and will attend New York University Tisch School for the Arts for photography in the fall.
I honestly don't think I would have been motivated or focused enough to go through the transfer process without Mimi's encouragement, energy and attention to detail. She was always one step ahead of me. She could look at my essays and give targeted advice on how to improve my writing. She helped me arrange and define my portfolio, challenging me to tell my unique story through my work. Applying as a transfer student while in college full-time is incredibly demanding. But I am so excited to attend NYU Tisch. It is my dream school!
Salma
International Student from UAE
New York University
Class of 2026
From the very start, collaborating with Mimi was synonymous with unwavering support and guidance throughout my college application journey. Her expertise took me through every piece of my application; she ensured that all my IB courses were right for me and for my major during my junior year. She also gave me recommendations to ensure that I had a balanced and well-rounded profile by advising on school-based extracurricular activities as well as internships, summer courses and everything else that went into my application.
What truly distinguishes Mimi is her ability to forge personal connections with her students, which was instrumental in the process of making a list of universities that resonated with my personality and goals. Her thorough understanding of my interests, due to the specific questions she asked to understand what I was looking for, made the university selection process feel incredibly personalized, as if she had an innate sense of my preferences.
Mimi's commitment to excellence is evident in every task she undertakes, never settling for anything less than the best. Her reliability was essential to my stability during an otherwise stressful time. Particularly noteworthy was her assistance with my essays. I applied to 12 US and 5 UK universities, writing a total of 27 essays. Mimi's diligent follow-ups and constructive feedback on my drafts were crucial in keeping me on track and ensuring quality. Her prompt and thorough responses to my concerns never left me in doubt of her dedication.
The results speak volumes about Mimi's effectiveness. Out of all the schools I applied to, I faced only a single rejection. Her guidance was a cornerstone of my successful admission to my dream school, the University of Chicago, during one of their most competitive admissions cycles.
My heartfelt thanks go to Mimi for her support and expert guidance. Her role was pivotal in my journey and I am deeply grateful for her dedication and personal investment in my success.
Mona E.
University of Chicago
Class of 2028