As a former Associate Director of Admissions at Columbia University, I evaluated thousands of applications and made decisions on whether applicants were accepted, rejected, waitlisted, or deferred. In addition to reading, I was responsible for our admission operations and assigned applications to our other readers. This extensive experience has sharpened my ability to discern the elements that make an application stand out. I know, first-hand, what elite institutions look for in their candidates.

 

In addition to my time at Columbia, I’ve held roles with prestigious programs such as Columbia SIPA, NYU’s Center for Urban Science and Progress (CUSP), and the NYU Data Science Initiative. These diverse experiences across both undergraduate and graduate admissions have broadened my perspective on what universities seek in students across various fields. My involvement in organizations like the Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers has further sharpened my ability to stay on top of trends and shifts in the highly competitive admissions landscape.

​

I have been guiding students and families for the past three years as an Admissions Coach and my approach is focused on crafting narratives that are not only authentic but also compelling. I am committed to ensuring that each student I assist presents an application that truly resonates with admissions committees. I'm passionate about leading students through this transformative process, and honored to continue helping students achieve their academic aspirations.

​

Warmly,

Andres Borray