Emower

Finding the Right College Starts with Finding Yourself

The college search is one of the most exciting - and honestly, most overwhelming - things a family goes through. There's a lot of pressure to chase the most selective schools, but the truth is that the right college isn't the most prestigious one. It's the one where your student will actually thrive.

I didn't set out to be a college counselor, but I fell in love with it working in international schools overseas, helping students apply to colleges in the US and Europe. What I discovered is that the best part of this work isn't the logistics, t's getting to know the kids. Helping them figure out what they're looking for, see the best parts of themselves, and find the words to tell their story in a way that feels genuinely theirs.

Twenty-five years later, that's still what drives me.

Tracy was excellent at connecting with my son and getting him to engage, even entirely over Zoom. She kept me updated about his progress so I felt comfortable letting him be fully in the driver’s seat of his own process — and I’m certain she saved us a summer filled with mutual frustration and nagging. I would 100% recommend Tracy.
— Parent of a 2026 Grad
Tracy went far beyond the role of a college counselor — she was an academic coach, mentor, emotional supporter, and steady presence when we needed it most. She always put our child’s well-being first. With her help, we were able to move past what once felt like a dead end. Today, our son has been admitted to his dream colleges. We are forever grateful to Tracy for changing his future and restoring our hope.
— Parent of a 2026 Grad

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