Shashi Karve
College admissions consultant serving Lansing and Okemos, Michigan
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Lansing, Michigan, United States |
| Credentials | HECA member |
| Practice | Ivy Ambitions |
Shashi Karve runs Ivy Ambitions, an independent college admissions practice in Lansing, Michigan. The practice helps students and parents with college applications, essays and ACT prep. Programs also cover science exam help in chemistry, physics and biology. Ivy Ambitions serves Lansing, Okemos, Holt and Haslett. It presented a college admissions seminar at the Okemos High School Scholarship Club in October 2023. Alumni have gone on to Harvard, Cornell, UMich, MSU and Carnegie Mellon.
What Shashi helps with
Ivy Ambitions helps students with the college application process, test scores and school subjects. Parents can start early, with services from elementary school through high school.
- Writing college essays
- Raising ACT scores
- SAT and ACT prep
- Chemistry, physics and biology exam prep
- College admissions planning for parents
- Getting started early in elementary and middle school
- Medical school admissions
Who Shashi works with
Ivy Ambitions works with students and their parents. Services are listed for elementary school, middle school and high school students. There is also a medical school section. Most clients live in the Lansing area, including Okemos, Holt and Haslett.
Background and qualifications
Shashi Karve is an independent college consultant and a member of HECA. Karve runs Ivy Ambitions from an office in Lansing, Michigan. The practice has presented a college admissions seminar to the Scholarship Club at Okemos High School. Former students have been accepted to schools such as Harvard, Cornell, UMich, MSU and Carnegie Mellon.
Shashi Karve pricing
Programs and services
- Free 30-minute consultation
- SAT and ACT prep
- College essay help
- Science exam help
- College admissions seminars
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The CoachVouch take
Ivy Ambitions covers students from elementary school through medical school admissions, with test prep and science tutoring alongside essays.
Best for Lansing area families who want help with college essays, ACT scores and early planning.
Common questions
How much does Shashi Karve charge?
Coaching with Shashi runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Shashi Karve help with?
Shashi Karve helps with writing college essays, raising ACT scores, sAT and ACT prep and chemistry, physics and biology exam prep.
Is Shashi Karve certified?
Shashi Karve lists: HECA member.
Does Ivy Ambitions offer a free first meeting?
Yes. Ivy Ambitions offers a free 30-minute consultation for families.
Which areas does Ivy Ambitions serve?
Ivy Ambitions serves Lansing, Okemos, Holt, Haslett and nearby areas.
How do I contact Shashi Karve?
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