Individualized College Admissions Guide and Tutor

Writing High School Only, College Admissions Advising, College Essay Coaching, Special Needs & LD Support

The college admissions process can be terrifying–but it doesn’t have to be. I’m here to help. Throughout my five years at Berkeley High School, I’ve partnered with hundreds of students to tackle the admissions process head-on. Together, we’ve crafted standout personal statements, secured thousands of dollars in merit scholarships, and approached the admissions process from a place of confidence.

Services: available in-person or via Zoom • School list creation • Personal statement & supplemental writing (from ideation through final draft editing and submission) • School-specific applications (private schools, HBCUs, UC & Cal States, arts schools, and more) • Resume writing • Interview coaching

Approach:

I believe in a partnership-centered approach that is entirely individualized to each student. I work one-on-one with students to create admissions materials that authentically reflect their strengths & ambitions. I am not here to do the work for them – but partner with them using customized strategies to uncover the very best within themselves. I am also proud to partner with students with various goals and backgrounds. I have worked with dozens of students who identify as neurodivergent, are aspiring first-generation college students, and many other students with unique circumstances. 

Region Served:
East Bay,
Lamorinda,
Marin,
North Bay,
Peninsula,
San Francisco,
South Bay,
680 Corridor
Ages:
High school
Contact
Amanda Toporek
atoporek10 [at] gmail.com
6467970721