"Hi! I'm Anna.

For the past 10 years, I've coached some of America's brightest students on SAT prep, SSAT prep, college essays, and prep school applications, working with families in Chicago and across the country. As a Phillips Exeter Academy graduate and Northwestern University summa cum laude alum, I'm the tutor of choice for students committed to getting into their dream school. Year in and year out, my students gain acceptance to every Ivy League school (Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Brown, Dartmouth, Penn, Columbia, Cornell), top universities including Stanford, MIT, Northwestern, and Duke, as well as elite prep schools like Exeter, Andover, Choate, and Deerfield.

I don't just teach admissions strategy; I coach students on all aspects of the application process. I've attended these elite institutions, and that insider perspective sets my coaching apart. What truly drives my work is getting to know each student as an individual. I take the time to understand your goals, identify areas for growth, and meet you where you are. Then I help launch you toward where you want to be.

I understand that admissions isn't just about checking boxes--it's about telling your authentic story strategically. Whether you need a 1500+ SAT score, a standout SSAT performance, or compelling essays, I provide honest guidance and proven techniques from years of experience.

I specialize in:

- College and prep school essay writing that sounds authentically you

- SAT, ACT, SSAT, and AP test prep with score-maximizing strategies

- Complete application coaching for boarding schools and universities

- Interview preparation and admissions strategy

- School selection counseling based on personality and goals

I've helped hundreds of students perfect practical techniques for improving their writing and test-taking. Admissions is a game won by those who know the rules. I'm here to teach you those rules and show you how to use them to your advantage." less...