About
Hi, I'm Rachel.
Since 2017, I’ve mentored students in getting accepted to colleges like Harvard and U.C. Berkeley, many with significant scholarships. Most of the students I work with come from immigrant families.
Like many Chinese-American kids, I spent my weekends helping at our family's restaurant, going to Kumon, and attending Chinese school. When I applied to college, I knew grades were important, but I didn't know that colleges also look for curiosity, initiative, and a desire to help others. My goal is to translate U.S. admissions for families like mine.
Before starting this work, I hired early-career employees at two tech startups and a Fortune 500 company. My goal is not just to help students get into college, but also to help them understand how to become college-ready, and how to use college to launch their careers.
I also spend time helping first-generation, low-income students with college applications at no cost.
My credentials
- MBA, UCLA Anderson School of Management
- Full-Tuition Fellowship Recipient
- BA in Mathematics, Wellesley College
- Certificate in College Counseling, UC San Diego
- Associate Member, Independent Educational Consultants Association
- Trained through IECA Summer Training Institute
Prospera's Counseling Philosophy
Career-Informed Advice
Learn how the skills you build in high school and college translate into your post-college career.
You Lead the Way
Get a head start on the skills you'll need in college during high school.
Use Your Natural Strengths
Uncover where you shine and showcase it on your application.
Succeed In College
What you do in college matters. Find and apply to the colleges where you will be your best self.
Well-Being Matters
To do well, you need to be well: physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Do the Right Thing
Write an application that follows ethical standards.
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