Our Students

“Before working with Anurag, I was uncertain about everything. But from the start, he brought this calm confidence that made me feel like I could actually do it. He didn’t just guide me—he believed in me. With his support, I applied early to MIT, earned a full scholarship, and now I’m studying aerospace engineering—most recently completing a Mars habitat simulation in Utah as an analog astronaut. Beyond all the accomplishments, I just have to say: Anurag is genuinely a great guy. Kind, sharp, and truly invested in your success.”

“Anurag helped me figure out how to tell my story in a way that felt both authentic and compelling. He came to every single meeting incredibly prepared and made the entire process so much more manageable. He was super hardworking, efficient, and clearly knew exactly what he was doing every step of the way. I always felt like I was in great hands.”

““Anurag was my freshman year roommate, and honestly, one of the most driven and generous people I know. He didn’t just help me prep for recruiting — he made sure I showed up as the best version of myself. Thanks to his workshop, I built out my portfolio, nailed my behaviorals and technicals, and put together a resume and cover letter I was actually proud of. I landed an internship that first year and eventually worked my way to Apple. None of it would’ve happened the same way without him. He’s the real deal.”

“I had no idea how to navigate financial aid. Anurag taught me how to write financial aid appeals, and shared the tips and tricks that actually moved the needle. With his help, I secured over $60,000 a year in grants and scholarships, making Harvard a real option, and now I’m here studying sociology, running first-gen panels, and helping others navigate the same path.”

“Anurag gave me clarity during the chaos — not just with my essays, but with the whole overwhelming process. He had this rare mix of calm focus and strategy that made every step feel doable. Whether it was building my school list, planning timelines, or editing drafts deep into the night, he showed up prepared, thoughtful, and always one step ahead. Anurag made sure I was telling my story with purpose and putting my full effort into my application.”

“Anurag didn’t sugarcoat anything, which I really appreciated — his honesty and clear feedback helped me grow a lot. He was an incredibly strong advisor who handled everything from personalized school list creation and positioning strategy to building a standout activities list and refining every part of my application. He was organized, efficient, and always on top of timelines and milestone tracking. Anurag helped me brainstorm and polish my personal statement, UC PIQs, supplemental essays, and more — all while guiding me through financial aid, outside scholarships, and even placement in a research program. I always felt supported.”

“Anurag is my gym buddy. We go 4x a week and hit push, pull, legs, and sharms (shoulders and arms). Even while we're lifting, if I ever have a question about anything professional, he gives me a detailed response and texts me resources when he gets home. I’m genuinely thankful — his support played a big role in helping me land the NASA research position.”

“Princeton. Full ride. If you’d told me that before I got in, I’d have thought you were crazy. But here I am. Anurag and I put all my supplementals and college essays into one doc and worked through them for weeks. His guidance made all the difference — from structure to storytelling, he helped me bring out my best.”

“Anurag gave me honest, no-fluff feedback, which was exactly what I needed. He pushed me to go deeper in-order to perfectly shape essays. Beyond writing, he was a friend and someone who I felt I could genuinely talk too. Definitely recommend, 10/10.”

“My personal statement felt flat and I was panicking days before my Columbia interview. Anurag helped me rebuild everything from ground zero. I absolutely aced that interview because I was fully prepared — from the questions I expected to the tone, posture, and presence I carried into the room.”

“As a new freshman at Berkeley, I had no resources or foundation to lean upon. However, Anurag stepped in and helped me find my place at this school as well as interview at top research positions through our undergraduate research program. I was able to build my experiences and eventually land Roche.”

“I didn’t think I needed help with my resume or interview prep — I figured I’d just wing it like I usually do. But Anurag convinced me to prepare, and honestly? Best decision ever. He helped me turn my scattered experiences into a cohesive, confident story. We practiced interviews until I felt natural talking about myself (which I’ve never been great at).”

“I talked to Anurag for EA to Yale and it changed everything. He kept it real, hyped me up, and helped me find my voice instead of trying to sound perfect. It felt more like talking to a friend who just happens to really know his stuff. Anurag is just that guy.”

“Anurag brought this crazy level of focus and drive to every meeting. He worked like my success mattered more to him than it did to me. He was insanely diligent, always prepared, and never let me settle for ‘good enough.’ Because of him, I actually started to believe in myself. He's the kind of person who pushes you to be better.”

“I met Anurag through IM soccer and after becoming friends with him, I could tell he was an incredible speaker. He just knows how to communicate clearly and confidently, and that really rubbed off on me. He was a national DECA competitor, captain of the mock trial team , and school president. I’d done my fair share of public speaking, but working with Anurag took it to another level. He made a huge difference. ”

“Anurag is chill and down to earth and he makes anything feel stressful or overwhelming. He really broke everything down in a way that made sense, and suddenly finding an internship didn’t feel hard anymore. He just gets it, and made the whole thing way easier than I expected.”

“Anurag has been so helpful throughout my recruiting process. Not only being there as a friend but someone who has mentored me through various obstacles. I was able to learn the necessary skills to not only get my internship at chime, but also prepare me for the job in the workforce.”

“Anurag helped me come up with a super unique Common App essay that I honestly really loved. He just got what I was trying to say and helped me shape it into something that actually felt like me. He’s creative, easy to talk to, and gives great feedback without ever being pushy. Honestly, the whole process was way less stressful because of him. He’s great.”

“Anurag’s feedback taught me how to ask better questions and speak with purpose—skills I use every day as I study Environmental Studies at Dartmouth and launch a podcast on climate activism. His advising didn’t just get me into college—it shaped how I show up as a communicator and advocate.”

“Beyond college apps, the skills I gained from working with Anurag shaped how I learn, collaborate, and connect with the world. Now I’m at Williams studying Biology, with a lab assistant fellowship bringing those lessons to life.”

“I didn’t realize how much I was underselling my music until Anurag helped me redo my activities section. He showed me how to break down my projects like scoring short films, producing for local artists, and organizing vinyl events—so each one told a story about my initiative and creative focus. This shaped my Rice application, and now I’m on campus doing exactly what I love.”

“Anurag taught me how to shape stories with intention— from concept to screen. I built a full application that reflected who I am. From brainstorming essays and refining my UC PIQs to planning timelines and highlighting my extracurriculars, every step was intentional. I just wrapped my first short film on diaspora— I feel like I have the tools to turn my passion into a real career.”

“Anurag kept it real with me from day one. Just straight-up honest advice that pushed me to do better. He helped me figure out what mattered most in my application, and more importantly, how to say it with clarity and confidence. Thanks to him, I’m now at Purdue chasing my dream in mechanical engineering.”

“Anurag never told me I had to choose between passions—he showed me how to build a path that included both. Thanks to his guidance, I’m double-majoring in CS and Economics. More than anything, he helped me believe I didn’t have to limit myself.”

“Anurag made the entire process surprisingly fun—something I never thought I’d say about college apps. From brainstorming wild essay ideas to mapping out a timeline that actually worked for me, he brought this mix of energy and structure that kept me motivated the whole way.”

“What made Anurag different was how deeply he understood the startup world. He has worked with so many student founders that his advice felt relevant. He helped me ask questions focusing on problem-solution fit, and the why behind every feature. That level of advice shaped my Vanderbilt application and gave me a way to talk about my startup that still sticks with me.”

“Anurag never let me settle for surface-level answers. When I described an experience, he’d dig deeper by asking what I noticed about a patient’s behavior, how I responded, and what that said about the kind of provider I want to become. He pushed me to find meaning in the details. That depth changed how I wrote, how I interviewed, and helped me earn an internship at DaVita that lets me keep learning on the floor.”

“When I started working with Anurag, I was overwhelmed by how much I needed to do—and how little time I thought I had. He helped me map out a timeline that actually made sense: when to get clinical hours, how to balance volunteering with school, and where my application needed to shine most. That structure played a huge role in landing my internship at Junior Care Clinic.”

“What stood out about working with Anurag was how personal his approach to interview prep was. He didn’t just throw problems at me. He taught me how to communicate like an engineer. He helped me slow down, explain my reasoning, and recover when I blanked. We broke down mock interviews until I stopped panicking and started thinking strategically. That prep helped me land my SWE internship at Open ADU.”

“When I decided to transfer, I was shifting from business to computer science and I didn’t know how to explain that without sounding unsure. Anurag helped me get clear on why the switch mattered and how to frame it as a decision grounded in experience, not confusion. He helped me pull examples from my projects and coursework that connected the dots. That kind of focused, personal guidance is why I’m now at NYU, finally studying something that fits who I am and where I’m going.”

“Anurag helped me understand how to stay relevant in a fast-moving industry. He constantly pushed me to think ahead: how to build adaptable skills, track industry shifts, and approach college as beyond a degree, but as a launchpad. That mindset has been everything. Now I’m at Indiana University studying finance, already applying that advice to how I learn, network, and plan my career.”

“Anurag has this rare ability to zoom in on what makes your curiosity worth building on. He never pushed generic advice. He helped me reflect on why certain problems in ML actually excited me. His kind of mentorship was personal, technical, and strategic all at once. I think it’s what helped me find my direction, and focus on something that genuinely fits my goals.”