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Dakota M.

Dakota M.

Los Angeles, CA

University Admissions & Application Specialist

Hello! I am an American educator who has a keen interest in all things related to the education field. I’ve been an international university admissions counselor for over seven years, supporting students worldwide in preparing applications to selective world top 100 universities. I have worked primarily with outstanding international students. I am therefore familiar with the common questions and challenges specific to them during the application process (ie supporting non-native English speakers in essay development). My students have received offers from universities including (but not limited to): Harvard University Brown University Yale University Duke University Cal Tech Northwestern University Northeastern University Boston College Harvey Mudd College University of Michigan Columbia University Amherst College Rice University UC Berkeley UCLA UC Davis UC San Diego UC Santa Cruz MIT George Washington University New York University University of Toronto Emily Carr University York University McGill University OCAD University University of British Columbia SciencesPo ArtFX Yale-NUS UNAM John Cabot University University of Padua Universidad de Navarra Universidad Europea de Madrid Bard College Berlin University of the Arts London University of St. Andrews University College London University of Edinburgh University of Glasgow University of Nottingham New College of the Humanities Goldsmiths University King's College London University of Leeds University of Manchester Leiden University Tilburg University KU Leuven - Belgium EU Business School I have specialist knowledge in U.S. and U.K. Admissions and general application support to Canada, Mexico, Hong Kong, Australia, and European systems. I have worked with families who have undertaken the following curricula: AP, IGCSEs, IB, and A-Levels. I have also supported applicants to graduate programs around the world (master's and PhD programs). I can help with: -Academic Proofreading (Essay Writing and Dissertation Support) -University Application Guidance: Filling out applications (Common App, UCAS, OUAC, StudieLink, UNED, etc.) Personal Statement writing Supplemental essay writing Course selection (what to study) University list-building (Where to study) Explaining academic entry requirements Scholarship and funding research/application support General questions/advice about applications to North America and Europe -Spanish to English translation -CV / Resume development (professionals and student applicants) About me: I'm a native English speaker from sunny Los Angeles, CA, USA. I earned a full-tuition scholarship to Grinnell College, a prestigious liberal arts school where I studied Anthropology. I also earned a distinction (First Class Honours) in my master's degree in Education Policy from the University of Glasgow, a globally renowned institution for education studies. I have worked at schools in the U.S., China, Mexico, and as a freelancer in the U.K. I am happy to demystify the university process to make it easy to understand and help you craft competitive applications to your best 'fit' school. Please feel free to reach out to me if you want to make your journey less stressful. I pair my bubbly attitude with a critical admissions perspective to help you achieve your goals!
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Jun 20, 2021 - Aug 2, 2021

"Outstanding freelancer. She is very knowledgeable and patient and provided excellent work. Thank you Dakota!"

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Oct 27, 2020 - Jun 27, 2021

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Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 May 26, 2021 - May 27, 2021

"Dakota is great! She helped me to polish my Statement of Purpose for Executive MBA at MIT. She showed a great commitment as she adapted to my agenda and always provide meaningful feedback. I definitively recommend Dakota."

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May 20, 2021 - May 27, 2021

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May 18, 2021 - May 27, 2021

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Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Dec 27, 2019 - Jan 13, 2020

"Lovely work and a lovely person. I can't wait to work with Dakota again!"

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Skills

  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Research & Public Policy
  • Academic Research
  • Topic Research
  • Essay Writing
  • College & University
  • Education
  • Adult Education
  • Higher Education
  • Spanish English
Dakota M.

Dakota M.

Los Angeles, CA
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University Admissions & Application Specialist

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Hello! I am an American educator who has a keen interest in all things related to the education field. I’ve been an international university admissions counselor for over seven years, supporting students worldwide in preparing applications to selective world top 100 universities. I have worked primarily with outstanding international students. I am therefore familiar with the common questions and challenges specific to them during the application process (ie supporting non-native English speakers in essay development). My students have received offers from universities including (but not limited to): Harvard University Brown University Yale University Duke University Cal Tech Northwestern University Northeastern University Boston College Harvey Mudd College University of Michigan Columbia University Amherst College Rice University UC Berkeley UCLA UC Davis UC San Diego UC Santa Cruz MIT George Washington University New York University University of Toronto Emily Carr University York University McGill University OCAD University University of British Columbia SciencesPo ArtFX Yale-NUS UNAM John Cabot University University of Padua Universidad de Navarra Universidad Europea de Madrid Bard College Berlin University of the Arts London University of St. Andrews University College London University of Edinburgh University of Glasgow University of Nottingham New College of the Humanities Goldsmiths University King's College London University of Leeds University of Manchester Leiden University Tilburg University KU Leuven - Belgium EU Business School I have specialist knowledge in U.S. and U.K. Admissions and general application support to Canada, Mexico, Hong Kong, Australia, and European systems. I have worked with families who have undertaken the following curricula: AP, IGCSEs, IB, and A-Levels. I have also supported applicants to graduate programs around the world (master's and PhD programs). I can help with: -Academic Proofreading (Essay Writing and Dissertation Support) -University Application Guidance: Filling out applications (Common App, UCAS, OUAC, StudieLink, UNED, etc.) Personal Statement writing Supplemental essay writing Course selection (what to study) University list-building (Where to study) Explaining academic entry requirements Scholarship and funding research/application support General questions/advice about applications to North America and Europe -Spanish to English translation -CV / Resume development (professionals and student applicants) About me: I'm a native English speaker from sunny Los Angeles, CA, USA. I earned a full-tuition scholarship to Grinnell College, a prestigious liberal arts school where I studied Anthropology. I also earned a distinction (First Class Honours) in my master's degree in Education Policy from the University of Glasgow, a globally renowned institution for education studies. I have worked at schools in the U.S., China, Mexico, and as a freelancer in the U.K. I am happy to demystify the university process to make it easy to understand and help you craft competitive applications to your best 'fit' school. Please feel free to reach out to me if you want to make your journey less stressful. I pair my bubbly attitude with a critical admissions perspective to help you achieve your goals!
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Jun 20, 2021 - Aug 2, 2021

"Outstanding freelancer. She is very knowledgeable and patient and provided excellent work. Thank you Dakota!"

Private earnings
Oct 27, 2020 - Jun 27, 2021

No feedback given

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 May 26, 2021 - May 27, 2021

"Dakota is great! She helped me to polish my Statement of Purpose for Executive MBA at MIT. She showed a great commitment as she adapted to my agenda and always provide meaningful feedback. I definitively recommend Dakota."

Private earnings
May 20, 2021 - May 27, 2021

No feedback given

Private earnings
May 18, 2021 - May 27, 2021

No feedback given

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Dec 27, 2019 - Jan 13, 2020

"Lovely work and a lovely person. I can't wait to work with Dakota again!"

Private earnings
Dakota M. has more jobs. Create an account to review them

Skills

  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Research & Public Policy
  • Academic Research
  • Topic Research
  • Essay Writing
  • College & University
  • Education
  • Adult Education
  • Higher Education
  • Spanish English
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