Harvard Grad/15 Yrs Exp: SAT/ACT/College Admission

5.0 (49)
From New York, NY
SinceJanuary, 2022
About
I am a Harvard and Georgetown graduate who also served as a Georgetown admissions officer. Additionally, I am a certified SAT/ACT instructor with 15 years of experience working with both traditional and transfer applications. As a Milken Scholar, I have access to 76 top colleges nationwide, and I am also a Kaplan certified teacher and proctor. Beyond coaching students to excel academically, I am a stress-reduction and resilience coach known for my engaging and fun teaching style. I am committed to helping students achieve their goals, whether in person (NYC) or online.

Please note that the starting price for my select services can be discussed further.

My mission is to help students reach their dream schools by offering top-notch standardized test preparation and college essay tutoring. I hold a Princeton Review certification as an instructor, and I would be happy to offer free consultations.

Our joint efforts will consist of:

- A proprietary questionnaire to determine students' learning styles and interests to enhance their engagement with the material and goals
- A data-driven guide to improve test scores and acceptance rates, as well as a college application checklist combining time-tested strategies and action plans.
- Collaborative initial drafting of an individualized plan with improvement goals.
- Consistent homework consisting of practice exams, essay prompts, and various assignments, all of which will be checked regularly.
- Certified stress reduction techniques which can help to reduce anxiety for optimal test performance.

I look forward to working with you to achieve your academic aspirations.

Sincerely,

Nick Mosca, MA
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Service as described 5.0
Communication 5.0
Punctuality 5.0
LL
My experience of working with Nick was nothing short of fantastic! He proved to be a great asset in guiding me through the college admissions process and worked closely with me on enhancing my academic portfolio. Our collaboration lasted for a period of almost six months, during which Nick customized every session to cater to my choice of colleges, especially the UCs, which make up the majority of my intended schools. His professionalism is worth lauding, and he ensures that you are on the right track while applying. This proved to be particularly beneficial for me, as I come from a family that has minimal college experience. I remain indebted to Nick for the wonderful opportunity to work with him and would wholeheartedly recommend him to others.
March 12, 2023
SJ
I would highly recommend him as a great counselor and preparation instructor. His approach has been incredibly helpful for my son during the application process. He is extremely organized and developed a comprehensive plan with my son to identify the best-fit colleges and manage the supplemental application requirements with ease.
July 19, 2022
AP
We were fortunate to come across Nick Mosca, who proved to be an exceptional resource for us. His guidance on every aspect of the college application process and standardized test preparation was both insightful and detailed. Nick invested time in getting to know our son and tailored his teaching to meet his individual needs. We greatly appreciated his sincere interest in our son's success, which earned him our son's trust and respect. With Nick's competent guidance, we were able to navigate the tests and application process with much less stress. We highly recommend Nick without reservation.
June 18, 2022
AP
Working with Nick for 5 months has enhanced my writing skills, making me feel more accomplished as a writer. His proficient knowledge and exceptional attention to detail have prepared me for college applications beyond my expectations. With Nick's guidance, I have crafted some of the finest supplemental essays and have even gained recognition as a published writer. Undoubtedly, if you desire admission into a renowned college, Nick is the expert to seek.
April 29, 2022
MR
Lucia, our daughter, received an above-average score on her sophomore PSAT and aimed to do better on her SATs. We researched and met with numerous SAT and college admissions tutors, ultimately selecting Nick Mosca based on his positive, energetic personality and his organized, insightful approach to tackling complex material. Nick worked with Lucia throughout her junior year and the pandemic lockdown, initially in person and then through virtual meetings on Zoom. He encouraged Lucia to discuss her favorite and least favorite subjects, strengths and weaknesses, and extracurricular activities. Nick identified areas for improvement and introduced test-taking techniques. Lucia took thorough notes, reviewing them before taking practice tests, resulting in a score more than 200 points higher than her PSAT. We are thrilled with their accomplishments together and believe that Lucia's confidence has increased, expanding her college prospects. Nick's invaluable insider knowledge is now supporting Lucia as she edits her Common Application essay and supplemental essays required by many colleges. We highly recommend Nick's services and are grateful for competent individuals like him who help young people through this process. He is definitely worth the investment!
April 15, 2022