When you choose to hire an independent educational consultant, you want to make sure you select wisely.
One-Stop has helped hundreds of students and parents navigate the college application process, and we’re proud of our success! Read how our families have praised their experience with us…
Member Testimonials
Villanova University, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
I just wanted to let you know that I got accepted into Villanova Early Decision for 2022. Thank you for everything that you helped me through, and thank you for the guidance and the advice. I sincerely appreciate it from the bottom of my heart.
Lehigh University, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
Deciding to work with Laurie was by far one of the best decisions I made in my high school career. I, a first-generation college student, felt lost and overwhelmed when trying to find an ideal school to attend. I wasn’t even if sure what I wanted in a school (Big or Small? Private or Public? Business School or Economics major?) This all changed after my first meeting with Laurie. Immediately, I knew she had my best interest at heart. She guided me in putting together an amazing list of potential colleges and helped me decide which schools weren’t great choices for me. I am ecstatic to say that with Laurie’s help, I was accepted into my top choice school-Lehigh University! I am eternally grateful for all the help Laurie has provided me with. She’s been like a third parent to me
University of Chicago, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
Thank you so much to Matthew and Laurie at One-Stop!! Even though I started my college process late, you guys helped guide me along the way and allowed me to put my best foot forward! I am so excited to attend U Chicago and am grateful for all your insight!!
New York University, Stern School of Business, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
One-Stop was there every step of the way, and I felt so fortunate to have you by my side. Everyone in the One-Stop family, Laurie, Matthew and Elsie, was so accommodating and helpful. Without our practice interviews, I wouldn’t have been prepared for some of the crazy questions admission officers threw my way. And without the meticulous essay reviews, I most definitely wouldn’t have received so many positive comments on my essays! I cannot thank you enough for all your tireless efforts to shape me into the best applicant that I could be.
University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
Exciting news: I ended up committing to Penn a few days ago—I really enjoyed talking to the professors at Quaker Days, and I think it’ll be a good fit for me. Thanks, Matt & Laurie!
Rice University, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
Before coming to One Stop Counseling, I was confused about how to narrow down the hundreds of options to choose from and, most importantly, how to find the school that best fit my personality. Matt and Laurie guided me through the entire process and pushed me to take every extra step—ranging from standardized testing to essays. I’m very grateful that I had their assistance and support throughout this tedious process, and I’m so excited to attend Rice!
University of Michigan, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
I was accepted into the University of Michigan! Thanks for all your help with my activity list, my many essay drafts, and compiling an impressive group of extra-curricular activities! So excited to be a Wolverine!
Emory University, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
Many, many thanks to Laurie! I got admitted to my dream school: Emory University! The college application process is definitely not an easy one. I was so grateful to have Laurie by my side guiding me each step of the way. Laurie always gave her honest opinions and treated me like one of her children. She helped me present my application as strong as it could be. I want to thank Laurie for all the good advice she has given me. I couldn’t do it without you. Thank you again!!
Rochester Institute of Technology, Computer Engineering, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
From the beginning Laurie listened to my input—my ideas and wishes—to help me find the best fit college. The One-Stop process was very thorough and helped me understand what I needed to do to get accepted into my top choice college. I don’t believe it would have worked out as well without Laurie’s help. She went above and beyond what I thought she would do. She even contacted an admission officer on my behalf to explain a special circumstance. Thanks for everything!
Oxford College, Emory University, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
When Laurie first asked me to come up with my “preliminary list” of colleges, I wasn’t entirely sure of what I was looking for in a school. It wasn’t until she recommended Oxford College/Emory University to me that I visited and fell in love with it. Laurie helped me with scheduling my classes each year, advised me on my extra-curriculars, gave me valuable interviewing tips, and even edited my application essays with me. She pushed me to build an impressive resume and assisted me throughout the process. Without her recommendation, I would never have even thought of applying to the school that ended up becoming my dream school! She gave me insightful advice and made the application process a lot easier than it would have been on my own. I am so excited for next year- thanks to Laurie!
Case Western Reserve University, Class of 2022 – STUDENT & PARENTS
Student: I’m happy to share with you that I have been accepted into Case Western Reserve with a University Scholarship of $25,000 per year. I was admitted into biomedical engineering. I want to thank you so much for helping me through this process (despite my being far from the ideal student). Without your guidance, I doubt that I would have been able to select from so many great schools with large merit awards. You definitely helped me find a college that is the best fit for me. Parents: We want to thank you for helping Nathan with the college application process and, in particular, with Case Western. He was not even planning to apply until you sent that email about Case which prompted him to submit an application; he is now so happy to have received his acceptance.
Northeastern University, Class of 2022 – STUDENT
One-Stop was so helpful with all the aspects of my college application process. They are so knowledgeable and understand the in-and-outs of the application process; One-Stop helped me stay organized and put my best foot forward during this journey. They were thorough and produced great results for me!”
Vanderbilt University, Class of 2021 – STUDENT & PARENT
Daughter: Good news… I GOT INTO VANDERBILT!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for ALL of your help, Laurie! I could not have done it without you, and you gave us all so much support along the whole way. As I watch my friends face this process alone, it seems so scary. I am so lucky that you were there to give me guidance and push me in the right direction the entire way. I am ecstatic! Thank you, thank you for EVERYTHING! Parents: Words can’t express how happy we are! Yesterday was the happiest day of our lives!! Thank you so much for everything! You made it happen. Without your help our daughter couldn’t have done it. When we started working with you, we were so keen on a 7-year med program just because lots of our friend’s kids did it. After talking to you, we all realized, in our daughter’s situation, how important it is to get a normal four-year degree first and then decide what to do. I think that realization is priceless. Working with you, we personally learned a lot. You never sugar coated anything. You were very honest in whatever opinion or advice you gave. Never once gave us false hopes. We truly appreciate that aspect of you. Thanks again from the bottom of our hearts!!
Johns Hopkins University, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
I got into Johns Hopkins!!! Thank you for all the help over the last four years. My family and I are thrilled!
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
I’ve been accepted to MIT, Caltech, U Chicago, Wash U in St. Louis, Georgetown, Johns Hopkins, Swarthmore, Claremont McKenna, … so many choices! THANK YOU!
Columbia University, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
I signed up with Laurie a bit late – at the end of junior year, and I needed a lot of guidance choosing my ED/EA schools. She first helped with that and then guided me through the tortuous process of essay writing. We revised it numerous times. She pushed me to do my best at all times. I can’t imagine having gone through this process without Laurie. Now I’ve been accepted into Columbia!!!
Colgate University, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
Laurie, you are very special to me. I know you were truly helping me when you were pushing for perfection, because there aren’t many people who would take the time to point out my mistakes like you did! I cannot appreciate your sincere help more. Without your advice, I would have never considered Colgate, and my application (especially my essays!) would never have been so flawless. There were so many steps in this complex process that could have potentially gone wrong, and it was you who made sure that all of my errors are eliminated, in every step and in every way! Every time I had a question, you always replied to my email within 24 hours, even when you were so busy with your other students. I learned so much from you, not only about the college process, but also in seeing the whole-hearted effort you always put in your work, and you treat your students like your own daughters/sons!! I would recommend you to everyone, because I know you are truly invested in all of your students based on your tremendous help to me, a “1.5 generation” young Chinese immigrant. I am truly lucky to have had you help me throughout my high school career, and I treasure our relationship!! XOXO
Tufts University, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
At the beginning of the college search, I had large aspirations but was confused on how to proceed. There was so much information to digest, too many options to choose from, and a multitude of variables to consider. Thankfully, Laurie was able to condense the complex process, guide me and my parents throughout each step of the way and give us her invaluable opinions and knowledge on almost every college related question. Without Laurie, I would not have been accepted into my dream school, and I cannot thank her enough for that. W.A.
Lehigh University, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
I am so happy to be attending my dream school and I could not have done it without Laurie. She helped me with every step of the process, from compiling my list of schools based on what was right for my major/personality, to spending a lot of time with me working on my applications and my essays. She pushed me to take that extra step when it came to extracurriculars, and because of her my resume looked that much more impressive. I am so thankful for all of her help and so unbelievably excited about my school!!
Smith College, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
As this process has come to an end, I really want to thank you for all the hard work you spent to fully prepare me over the last year. Whether it was giving advice on how to write a “killer” personal statement or providing useful tips for my interviews, you made every effort to make sure that everything was taken care of. You are a kind and inspiring mentor who helped me to not only survive the college application madness, but also to learn about myself. I believe you played a major role in my success of getting into Smith College. So… thank you, thank you and thank you!
Brandeis University, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
I have just received a message about my early decision acceptance to Brandeis University, and I got in! Thanks for everything! I couldn’t have done it without you!
Carnegie Mellon University, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
I was accepted into CMU’s Mellon College of Science! Thank you so much for everything!
Northwestern University, Class of 2021 – PARENT
We just want to thank you again for all the professional advice you provided. Your help played a huge role in our son’s college application. I am not sure if he could have made it without you. We’re so happy to announce that he will be part of the Class of 2021 at Northwestern.
Cornell University Engineering, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
We came to meet you back in mid-January because my son had gotten deferred from four of his early action schools, two of which we thought were easy acceptances. After a stressful process, Keith did get accepted to Cornell and plans to enroll. I just wanted to thank you again for all of your help. We were stressed and worried, and you gave us a lot of great tips and things to do. It all worked out in the end. If I could do it again, we would have come to see you earlier in the process. I will certainly refer you to my friends who are now going through the process. You were a huge help. Proud Mom
Franklin Olin College of Engineering, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
In December I came to One-Stop having been rejected from the early decision school I was sure I was destined to attend. At that point, I was unsure of my future and how to proceed from the unexpected failure. But instead of shrinking away, you helped me to push forward with confidence and purpose. Never would I have gone down to Texas and visited (and applied to) Rice or even heard of the Olin College of Engineering if it wasn’t for you. My accomplishments are as much as mine as yours. I just want to say thank you so much. I really appreciate it! After a tough decision between Rice and Olin, I chose Olin! So excited to attend my dream school!
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Class of 2021 – STUDENT
Accepted :^) Thanks for everything! You were incredibly helpful during the college process. You kept me on track for due dates, kept me organized with so much to remember, and most importantly helped me get into my top choice college. You’re so knowledgeable about the college process and gave me such useful tips and information. Thanks again for everything.
Franklin & Marshall, Class of 2020 – STUDENT
A thank you is not enough! Your undying commitment to pairing our daughter with not just a perfect college, but her perfect college was remarkable! What seemed like an insurmountable task of college choices was carefully restructured to meet our daughter’s specifications through your guidance and counsel. With your assistance, our endeavors have paid off and our daughter is on her way to her perfect college, Franklin & Marshall, Class of 2020. – All our gratitude, Ruth M.
Columbia University, Class of 2020 – STUDENT
I was accepted into Columbia! Thank you for all of your help and support! You encouraged me each step along the way and helped perfect my application and make it memorable. Thank you for everything, Laurie—I’ll never forget it.
Muhlenberg/Drexel 8-Year BS/MD Medical Program – STUDENT
A thousand times… thank you, Laurie! Before I met you, I was utterly lost. I did not know anything about the college application process and I was putting it off until the last possible second. You gave me the kick in the behind I needed and the drive to apply to all the colleges I applied to. I know that I came to you late in the game, but you took me under your wing and I am forever grateful. Muhlenberg was not on my radar and I probably would not have even applied if it were not for your guidance. I also feel like I matured a lot in the college application process and I learned a lot about myself. Before this whole ordeal I thought I wanted a big city school (like BU). Now look at me! I’m going to a small liberal arts college, and I am 100% satisfied with my decision and I can truly say that I could not have done it without you!
Princeton University, Class of 2020 – STUDENT & PARENT
Student: I’m happy to say that I have just been accepted to Princeton University. Thank you so, so much for all of your help! Parent: He got in to Princeton! Thank you; thank you, for your help, patience, and encouragement!
Harvard University, Class of 2020 – PARENT
The college application process is an exciting yet daunting task. Our oldest child started the adventure last year. Since then, it’s been a fun filled roller coaster ride, full of thrill, excitement, and heart-at-throat moments. Looking back, we are glad with our decision to enlist the guidance and support from you, Laurie. Your in-depth knowledge about the process is invaluable. You are like an encyclopedia with answers to countless mundane questions, like a diligent tennis coach providing candid advice, like a tireless cheerleader rallying the exhausted marathon runner all the way through the finish line … Thank you, Laurie!
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