


Kevin brings over a decade of leadership in education, college access, and policy, with formal admissions experience at Yale University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Cambridge. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Yale, a Master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Doctor of Education from Vanderbilt University. Kevin has helped students gain admission to Yale, Harvard, Columbia, Dartmouth, the University of Pennsylvania, and other prestigious institutions.
As an undergraduate student at Yale, he served as a student ambassador, representing Yale at high schools across New Jersey and Pennsylvania, particularly in communities with limited exposure to the Ivy League. He engaged directly with students and families, answered detailed questions about Yale, and encouraged talented students to see themselves in highly selective spaces. His admissions work continued beyond college, serving as a Yale University admissions interviewer and application reviewer for multiple institutions, contributing written evaluations, and offering strategic insight into the admissions process.
Kevin has also supported recruitment efforts and outreach for Yale, Cambridge, and UPenn through applicant engagement, recruitment events, and awareness initiatives. Additionally, he has supported admissions teams by reviewing applications and evaluating candidates as part of official review teams. His extensive admissions work has given Kevin a nuanced understanding of what selective institutions look for in applicants, how decisions are made, and how admissions officers balance academic readiness, leadership potential, personal narrative, and institutional priorities.
Kevin believes that every student has a compelling story, and what sets applicants apart is their willingness to reflect deeply and communicate with intention. As a counselor, Kevin is known for blending empathy with rigor. He brings genuine curiosity and respect to every student relationship, creating a space where students feel comfortable opening up while also being held to a high standard. He excels at helping students clarify their voice, refine their storytelling, and produce polished applications that reflect their values, potential, and aspirations. His process is highly intentional; he listens carefully, asks meaningful questions, and guides students through a discovery process that leads to clarity and confidence.
Kevin is deeply passionate about expanding access to higher education, particularly for students who may not yet see themselves reflected in elite institutions. He views this work as an opportunity to invest in a student’s growth, not only helping them submit strong applications but also helping them understand who they are and what matters to them. Kevin believes that coaching allows him to merge empathy with strategy, helping students feel supported while also guiding them toward excellence and expanded opportunity.
Outside of admissions, Kevin enjoys powerlifting, cooking, traveling, volunteering, and mentoring. He is also an opinion writer and has held equity-centered roles at The Atlantic, the Pretrial Justice Institute, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Kevin’s Pro Tip?
Successful applicants are not solely defined by metrics but by their ability to present a clear, authentic, and purposeful narrative. Applicants who engage in deep self-reflection are better able to articulate their purpose, values, and long-term goals, and that level of self-understanding is consistently evident throughout their essays, recommendations, and overall application materials. Every student has a story worth telling, but the most memorable applications come from those who take the time to identify what truly matters to them and communicate it with intention. Successful applicants tend to invest significant time in refining their writing, clarifying their narrative, and ensuring that each component of the application reinforces their strengths and aspirations.










