Spark Admissions Testimonials
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Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had the pleasure of working with Meggan Arp Dillard for all 3 of our boys' college application process. We were delighted with Meggan's advice, attention to detail, willingness to chat at any time, and the resources she supplied to our sons. All had great success in the college process and credit goes to Meggan for playing a key role in making these outcomes happenPosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family and I are extremely grateful to the Spark team and specifically Dr. Meggan Arp Dillard, who was my personal counselor throughout the college application process. I began working with Meggan during my sophomore year, and from the first meeting she provided thoughtful guidance on how to pursue meaningful summer opportunities and extracurricular involvement. Throughout my junior/senior years she consistently checked in on my academic progress, helped brainstorm and narrow down my college list, and helped me tremendously in writing, editing, and brainstorming my personal statement and supplemental essays. One of her most impactful aspects was her emphasis on organization and long term planning. She helped me create clear timelines and internal deadlines, which allowed me to complete my applications well ahead of schedule. As a result of her guidance and support, I was accepted to the University of Chicago through the SSEN Early Decision program. I cannot recommend Meggan highly enough. Thank you again to the Spark team and Meggan!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Emily Herring is our counselor. She worked very well with my daughter . Emily motivated and encouraged her and guided her to make a great choice on an early decision college. Emily also helped my daughter worked on her resume by suggesting courses to take , extra curricular activities to do and internships to apply for over her holidays . All worked out very well together and my daughter got into her ED college. Emily has been keeping me well informed too on developments during the process. She is a great listener and very supportive and methodical . We are very grateful to herPosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We worked with David for my son's college application. David helped him stay on track for various deadlines and reviewed essays and provided consultation for various schools with in-depth knowledges. One of the biggest strengths was David's guidance on the essays, he was very patient and encouraging throughout the process, especially during the stressful deadlines with a clear timelines and proactive reminders. Overall, our experience with David is very positive and would recommend him to anyone.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We worked with David Berlin and we were very impressed with his wealth of knowledge. He helped our son create a clear and realistic timeline for crafting and editing essays, submitting and double checking the application, and staying on track. Having a trusted guide made the entire process significantly less stressful and our son has secured admission to his dream school.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We couldn't be more grateful to Spark Admissions and our counselor, David Berlin, for guiding our son through the college admissions process. David built a wonderful rapport with him from the start, providing clear timelines, thoughtful advice, and genuine support at every step. Thanks to David's expertise and encouragement, our son was accepted to his top choice school and is thrilled about this next chapter in his life.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Double Success! We count ourselves lucky the day Sparks assignd us to Rachel Rebellino. She has the secret sauce! She worked with our two children for college admissions. Both achieved their number one Ivy League choice! Rachel took their accomplishments and knew how to best showcase their strengths, personality, and attributes that were aligned with their school of choice. She knew exactly how to guide them through the exhausting and nerve-racking process with sanity. She was our superstar! In addition to being knowledgeable, kind, and an excellent editor, she also is a force of calm. She provided us with the right balance to get us through this complicated process. Both of our children felt comfortable with her and trusted her guidance and she was never wrong. When we think about the admissions process we always think about Rachel and usually say "Thank God we had Rachel!". What a superstar! Ten Stars to Rachel!!!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are deeply grateful for the help and guidance provided by Ms. Courtney Hobgood throughout our daughter’s college application process. Thanks to Courtney’s support, our daughter was accepted to her dream Ivy League school through early application and is now able to truly enjoy her senior year. Courtney struck an ideal balance between being empathetic and encouraging while also remaining clear, firm, and consistent in her expectations for progress. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide through such an important journey. Thank you Courtney and Spark Admissions!!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Spark Admissions - they provided great guidance to prepare for college admissions, and really worked with our son closely during the application process. He was admitted to his top choice Early Decision!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Mindy Maris and Spark Admissions. Mindy met with us and our child to explain the process and learn their interests/desires for a school. Mindy helped create a list of schools to apply to and helped formulate a strategy to help our child stand out. Mindy provided timely feedback on essays and reviewed the applications to make sure the most important things were highlighted. The application process could be a stressful time; Mindy made the process pretty stress-free for us. She provided insights that we would not have known on our own or that were provided by our school's college advisor. Would highly recommend Mindy and Spark Admissions.Load more