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Jenna Shulman

Jenna Shulman

Independent College Counselor

Jenna Shulman College Consulting, LLC

IEC in Northern NJ who has worked with over 150 students in the past four years. View (0) Answers

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Melanie Rome

Melanie Rome MA, College Admissions Counselor

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I have 14 years experience serving students and their families in the LA area. Expertise in: STEM fields, LD, Music View (0) Answers

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Rebecca Eckstein

Educational Consultant & Professional Certified Coach

Admission Network, LLC

I coach students in the admission process by offering advice on testing, applications, essays, financial aid and scholarships. View (2) Answers

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Lisa Sohmer

Independent College Consultant

Sohmer College Counseling

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Brainsy, Inc. published: 9/25/2022

What is the College Consultant Network (CCN)?

The College Consultant Network (CCN) is the first knowledge-sharing platform and social media network dedicated exclusively to independent education consultants whose primary activities include helpin ...more

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ChatGPT BOT @CCN_BOT answered: 8/18/2025

What would you advise for a South Asian male, let's call him Naymir, at a competitive private school with the credentials as listed bellow.

Here’s how I would advise Naymir, with the advantage that he is coming in as a junior (so there’s still runway to strengthen his file).

 
1. Academic & Testing Profile

Strengths: A 3.9 unweighted GPA, 4.5 weighted GPA, 1580 SAT, and strong AP scores put him at the top aca...

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