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Founder Sandy Aprahamian

15+ years of experience as an independent educational consultant and test prep tutor

My Why

After 25 years as a teacher, tutor, counselor, mother and friend, I saw the same story play out again and again: incredible, hardworking students struggling to show their unique spark on paper.

And I saw their families, who were trying to guide them but felt lost in a sea of "noise"—conflicting advice, endless rankings, and social media pressure. This cloud of anxiety was overshadowing what should be an exciting time for them.

My "why" is simple: I believe the college process shouldn't be a stressful chore. It should be an exciting journey of self-discovery. I love helping students find their voice, discover their own unique strengths, and build an application that tells their authentic story.

My goal is to help your student find the "best-fit" environment where they will thrive. I feel blessed every day to help families turn that noise and anxiety into confidence and clarity.

My "why" for test prep is to demystify the test and transform that anxiety into mastery.

We work to turn that feeling of "I can't" into "I can" by equipping them with efficient, targeted strategies—focusing on quality over quantity—and building their skills. We're building the lasting confidence that comes from conquering a difficult challenge. By doing this, we turn the test into a tool that opens doors—allowing their authentic story to shine even brighter.

"Sandy, THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! No words can express the positive emotions we felt after our meeting with you. You got to know our daughter so well and your presentation and proposed plan for her not only eliminated our anxiety about the college process, but also got us all excited about the process moving forward. I haven't seen her smile so big for a long time."
"Sandy, Thank you SO much for EVERYTHING (my Best Fit List, SAT prep, my many essays...) I got in Stanford!!! I am so happy and grateful to you. I could never have done it without your help."
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"Sandy. Just a quick note to let you know how much we appreciate the work you have done with our son. Other than by us (which doesn't count) he has never been told he is smart before... But I think you have been able to show him the difference it makes. Thank you and have a great weekend."
  "She has learned SO MUCH from you and truly values your guidance. Thank you so much for those sweet words, as well as for helping make an overwhelming time in her life not be so scary. 😍"
 

Professional Affiliations

  • Independent Educational Consultants Association, Professional Member (IECA)
  • National Association of College Admissions Counselors (NACAC)
  • Pennsylvania Association of College Admissions Counselors (PACAC)
  • New Jersey Association of College Admissions Counselors (NJACAC)
  • National Test Prep Association (NTPA)
  • Character Collaborative

 

Educational Experience and Credentials:

My Foundation: Education & Teaching Credentials

    • Master’s Degree in Education, Seton Hall University

    • Bachelor of Arts, Bucknell University (Major: Economics, Minor: Education)

    • 60+ additional graduate credits 

    • Certified Teacher, PA

    • Certified Teacher, NJ

     

    My Consulting Expertise & Experience

     

    • 25 years of teaching/tutoring experience

    •  Independent Educational Consultant Certificate, University of California, Irvine  

    • Public school, cyber school, and homeschool teaching experience

    • Experience learning and teaching through traditional and online methods

     

    My Specialized Toolkit: Niche Training & Certifications

     

    • Certified Life Purpose Life Coach 2022

    • MBTIÂŽ Certified, 2020 (Myers-Briggs personality assessment)

    • STRONG Certified, 2023 (Interest inventory for career/major)

    • Advising the College Bound Student Athlete - Counselor Course, 2024

    • Scoir Certified in Financial Aid 2021

    • The College Cost Lab (TheCollegeSolution)

    • Character Collaborative Courses: Including Assessing Character in Admission, Writing and Evaluating Letters of Recommendation, and Advising on Application Essays.

     

    My Commitment to Staying Current

     

    • Participant at annual Educational Consulting Conferences (2012 - present)

    • 20+ college visits per year

    • Bi-weekly meetings with College Admissions Representatives

    • Ongoing Professional Development - Tests and the Rest Conference, Birkman Assessment, Khan Academy Certificate, Advising Students on the College Essay, Teens Trends and Trending Teens, Neuropsychological Testing: Demystifying the Data, The Fundamentals of the WISC4, College Admissions Trends,  Navigating a Successful College Search & Transition for Student with Disabilities, Financial Aid, Understanding the Art and Science of Reviewing College Applications, College Financial Planning Series: The Basics of Financial Aid, Affordability, Merit Scholarships and How to Find Them, SAT vs. ACT – Which one should a student take?, Preparing Students for College,  Counseling Student Athletes, The Complexities of Potentially Being a Recruited Athlete, Promoting Maturity in Teenagers, Counseling Students with ADD and Learning Disabilities  Transfer Student Success, Facilitating Student Transfers from Two to Four-Year Colleges, Understanding Athletic Recruiting in the 21st Century,  Supporting Students from Community Colleges, Options in Gap Years, Anatomy of a Financial Aid Award, The Evolution of Teenage Online Social interactions, Working with Homeschool Students Through the College Process

 

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