Sebastian Spitz
PhD and graduate school admissions consultant
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $225 an hour |
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Sebastian Spitz is an admissions consultant who helps applicants get into PhD programs and other graduate schools. He has a law background and a PhD in sociology. He started college after 10th grade at Simon's Rock. He applied to law school twice and got into his PhD program on the first try. He edits personal statements and resumes, and builds school lists for applicants, including international students.
What Sebastian helps with
Sebastian helps applicants choose a degree program that fits their goals and plan a path to get in. He works with people applying to PhD programs, law school, other graduate degrees and undergraduate programs.
- Choosing a PhD program that fits your goals
- Building a school list
- Finding schools that welcome international students
- Reviewing personal statements
- Editing resumes
- Planning a strategy for reapplying after a rejection
- Applying to law school
- Applying to undergraduate programs
Who Sebastian works with
Sebastian has advised students and applicants considering law school, PhD programs, other graduate degrees and undergraduate programs. He has also helped international students find welcoming schools. He works with people who are aiming high and want a plan that allows for a second try.
Background and qualifications
Sebastian began college after 10th grade at Bard College at Simon's Rock, a residential program in Western Massachusetts. There he found his interest in sociology and built his writing skills. He later went to law school and worked as a law clerk. In April 2020 he decided to pursue a PhD in sociology. He worked on it full time. He now combines legal and sociological training in academia. He struck out on his first law school applications, retook the LSAT and reapplied.
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Sebastian Spitz reviews
Sebastian Spitz has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 9 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
He combines a law background with a sociology PhD, and has been through both law school and PhD applications himself.
Best for applicants to PhD or graduate programs who want a plan built around their own goals, including international students.
Common questions
How much does Sebastian Spitz charge?
Coaching with Sebastian runs $70 to $225 an hour. Message Sebastian from this page for an exact quote.
What does Sebastian Spitz help with?
Sebastian Spitz helps with choosing a PhD program that fits your goals, building a school list, finding schools that welcome international students and reviewing personal statements.
Does Sebastian Spitz have reviews?
Sebastian Spitz has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 9 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Does Sebastian Spitz work with international students?
Yes. He has helped compile school lists to find which programs would be most welcoming for international students.
Does Sebastian Spitz help with more than PhD applications?
Yes. He has advised people applying to law school, other graduate degrees and undergraduate programs.
How do I contact Sebastian Spitz?
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