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University of California, Berkeley◆University of California, Los Angeles◆Georgia Institute of Technology◆Emory University◆Harvard University◆University of Michigan, Ann Arbor◆University of Southern California◆Phillips Exeter Academy◆Phillips Andover Academy◆Choate Rosemary Hall◆Groton School◆Deerfield Academy◆Hotchkiss School◆Lawrenceville School◆St. Paul's School◆University of California, Berkeley◆University of California, Los Angeles◆Georgia Institute of Technology◆Emory University◆Harvard University◆University of Michigan, Ann Arbor◆University of Southern California◆Phillips Exeter Academy◆Phillips Andover Academy◆Choate Rosemary Hall◆Groton School◆Deerfield Academy◆Hotchkiss School◆Lawrenceville School◆St. Paul's School◆

Why IVY BLOOM

Guidance You Can Trust

IVY BLOOM consulting — 15 years of US admissions experience

Personalized Strategy, Not Templates

We start by analyzing each student's strengths, weaknesses, and personality. Your school list and application narrative are built around who you actually are — not a formula.

Written for Admissions Officers

Every application we produce is crafted so reviewers can immediately see the student at their best. We know what reads well in an admissions office — and what gets skipped.

Founder-Led From Start to Finish

Our founder personally leads school selection and oversees every application. Essay writing is handled by our specialist writing team. One decision-maker. Consistent strategy.

Built on Trust First

Trust between consultant, student, and family is the foundation. If we can't build that, the process won't work — so every engagement starts with an honest assessment of where you stand.

The Challenge

Why Most Applications Fall Short

Strong credentials are not enough without strategy

Parents ask us one question more than any other: "Is my child's profile good enough to get in?" The answer almost never depends on GPA alone — it depends on how the application is built around the student's specific strengths.

Essays are where most applications win or lose

Admissions officers read thousands of applications. A formulaic essay — even a well-written one — disappears into the pile. What gets noticed is a genuine narrative that shows exactly who the student is.

The admissions process is a full-time job

School list, test scores, application forms, supplement essays, Parent Essays for boarding schools, deadlines — managing it all without guidance means something important will be missed.

Services

How We Help You Get In

01

Grade 11 High School Students

College Application Consulting

Full-cycle admissions strategy — from building your college list to submitting every application. We craft a narrative that sets you apart in the most competitive applicant pools in the world.

  • ✓College list strategy
  • ✓Common App review
  • ✓Personal Statement + Supplement Essays
02

Grade 11 · Essay-Only Option

Essay Consulting

Already have your college list? We focus exclusively on writing the essays that matter most. Every draft is built around your voice — not a template.

  • ✓Supplement Essays for every college
  • ✓Multiple revision rounds
  • ✓Flexible scope by college
03

Grades 7–9

Boarding School Consulting

Applying to Exeter, Andover, or Choate? We support the full application — from school list to student essays to Parent Essay — for students and families together.

  • ✓School Lists & Positioning
  • ✓Candidate's application review
  • ✓Candidate & Parent Essay
  • ✓Portfolio Review
  • ✓Interview preparation

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