Vania Chow
College admissions counselor for international students
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students |
| Credentials | Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, concentration in Artificial Intelligence; Master's degree in Management Science and Engineering |
| Experience | 3 years coaching |
Vania Chow is a college admissions counselor who helps international students apply to top universities. She is a current Stanford student who was also admitted to Oxford. Over three years, she has guided students into Columbia, UCLA and several Top 5 U.K. universities. Her focus is essay work. She helps applicants find personal stories that stand out to admissions readers, and she also helps with application strategy and editing.
What Vania helps with
Vania helps students shape their applications and write essays that show who they are. She works on both the story and the plan behind the application.
- Finding personal stories for application essays
- Brainstorming and revising college essays
- Application strategy
- Editing application materials
- Applying to elite U.S. universities
- Applying to top U.K. universities
Who Vania works with
Vania works with ambitious international students who are applying to elite universities in the United States and the United Kingdom. Her past students have gained acceptance at Columbia, UCLA and several Top 5 U.K. universities.
How Vania works
Vania starts with brainstorming, then moves through several rounds of revision with feedback on the essay's story. She looks past the resume to find small, real moments or reflective insights that can anchor an application. Students can also send her a message before they start working together.
Background and qualifications
Vania is a current student at Stanford University and was also admitted to Oxford University. She holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence, and a master's degree in Management Science and Engineering. She has coached admissions for three years. She worked as a summer analyst at Bregal Sagemount, a growth private equity firm, and as a software engineering intern at Gigster. She also received offers from Ares Management, J.P. Morgan and Point72.
Vania Chow pricing
Programs and services
- Custom hourly coaching sessions
- Application strategy help
- Essay editing
- Message before booking
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The CoachVouch take
She is a current Stanford student, also admitted to Oxford, who coaches international applicants on essays.
Best for international students who want help finding their story and writing essays for top U.S. and U.K. universities.
Common questions
How much does Vania Chow charge?
Coaching with Vania runs $70 to $130 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Vania Chow help with?
Vania Chow helps with finding personal stories for application essays, brainstorming and revising college essays, application strategy and editing application materials.
Is Vania Chow certified?
Vania Chow lists: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, concentration in Artificial Intelligence; Master's degree in Management Science and Engineering.
Does Vania Chow work with international students?
Yes. She has spent three years guiding international students into elite schools, including Columbia, UCLA and several Top 5 U.K. universities.
Can Vania help with application strategy as well as essays?
Yes. She offers help with application strategy and editing, along with essay brainstorming and revision.
How do I contact Vania Chow?
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