Jay completed his Bachelor’s degree from Duke University on a full merit-based scholarship. He also holds a Master’s and PhD from the University of Oxford, completing the latter on a Rhodes Scholarship. During his time at Duke, Jay served as an Alumni Interviewer and the lead student organizer of Duke's undergraduate merit-based scholarship selection process. Jay has over 10 years of experience coaching students applying to college. He also has extensive experience coaching students applying to graduate school with a particular focus on prestigious post-graduate scholarships and fellowships such as the Truman, Rhodes, Marshall, and Mitchell programs.
Jay is passionate about helping students unlock their full potential during this formative and challenging transition to college. He firmly believes in instilling habits of self-reflection and curiosity, ensuring students are prepared for success in all their future endeavors.
As a coach, Jay excels in helping students identify their strengths and transform them into a compelling narrative that enhances their college applications and fosters critical reflection and self-discovery. He possesses a unique ability to see the big picture while paying attention to intricate details. With a strong background in writing and editing, Jay has published multiple academic articles and contributed to public-facing writing in venues such as The New York Times.
Throughout his coaching career, Jay has witnessed the transformative power of reflection and narrative creation in students' application journeys. He firmly believes that writing goes beyond merely transmitting beliefs; it is a bidirectional process that shapes convictions and inspires introspection. He values maintaining a warm and approachable personality and believes in combining high standards with unwavering support when working with students.
Jay looks forward to collaborating with applicants and their families, providing guidance and expertise as they embark on the college application process. Over the past decade, Jay has successfully coached numerous college applicants, facilitating their acceptances into renowned institutions such as Oxford University, Dartmouth College, Duke University, and the University of Virginia.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Jay enjoys leisurely walks with his beloved St. Bernard, Betty, exploring new parks, experimenting with new recipes, and indulging in reading and writing.
Applying to schools in the United States and the United Kingdom as a student in Austria takes time. You must understand the differences in the process, meet admissions requirements, and gather all the necessary documents. We encourage Austrian students to start the application process at least three months before they plan to apply, but we acknowledge that every student’s needs, strengths, and schedules are different. Having more time to perfect your application is always an asset; start early whenever possible!
Austrian students can only apply to either Oxford or Cambridge. If you’re wondering which school is better suited to your needs and interests, our experts can help you evaluate your options!
We’re happy to help students in Austria apply to both American and British schools in the same application cycle.
Our team is well-versed in UK/US admissions processes and has extensive experience strategically positioning international applicants. We have years of experience in mentorship/admissions and use our expertise to help you tailor your application documents to top schools’ expectations.
Additionally, our immense network helps us stay updated on new admissions criteria and trends, and we share these timely insights with you to further refine your applications.
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Our online private admissions counseling means Austrian students have access to the support they need throughout the entire admissions cycle. Our end-to-end application support services encompass all parts of the process, from school selection and pre-app support until you receive all your admissions decisions.
Yes, our support services extend to Austrian students applying to other US schools, such as Stanford University, Northwestern University, and the University of Chicago.
Yes, we assist Austrian students applying to other UK universities, whether or not they also have Oxbridge on their lists.
Yes, our dedicated counselors in Austria can help you apply to any school, whether it’s Uxbridge in the UK or Harvard in the US.
Yes, we also work with parents who need advice for their children. Parents can use our admissions services to guarantee their child has support throughout their entire educational journey.
