Hi! I'm Nick, a 26-year-old Applications Consultant. I have years of experience working with high schoolers through CollegeVine as well as working as a private tutor in writing, math, and science. Originally from Watertown, Massachusetts, I went to high school at Concord Academy and college at UChicago as a National Merit Scholar, where I studied Neuroscience and graduated in 2021. Afterwards, I earned a Research Fulbright to study Human Computer Interaction in Munich, Germany. I've worked as a data scientist and business analyst in the tech industry and in government. I am now starting a PhD in Computer Science and Communication at Northwestern University. Between my hands-on experience as an educator and tutor, and applications and essays I've written for my own academic career from college to Fulbright to graduate school, I am well-equipped to guide students through the college applications process.

Through years of experience with college application consulting, essay editing, and writing tutoring, I have developed my own method and pace of essay drafting and editing. The initial process involves getting to know the student, their interests, and their goals. Together, we build a list of safety, target, and reach schools based on the student's profile. In parallel, we brainstorm many potential essay topics to address the most common prompts. My expertise is particularly valuable at this step in helping students avoid cliches and focus on engaging themes to stand out to admissions committees. Finally, I work with the student to finalize their drafts, manage deadlines, and make final decisions. As a neuroscience major (and now computer science graduate student) I specialize in helping STEM-interested students both articulate their passion for science and portray themselves holistically.