We measure success by more than where students get accepted. We look at how they grew, what they discovered, and how they told their story. The results speak for themselves.
Success That’s Authentic, Aligned, and Impactful.
Authentic. Aligned. Impactful.
Our Approach to College Admissions
The College Curators help students identify schools that align with their academic goals, interests, and values, from size and setting to programs and campus culture. We guide students to shape thoughtful applications that reflect their academic interests, lived experiences, and initiative. Our process is grounded in reflection, planning, and personal growth. Along the way, we design a personalized plan that includes school research, timelines, and specific steps for building impact through extracurriculars, independent projects, and community engagement. With expert strategy and steady support, we help students stay focused, authentic, and confident.
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Student Acceptances
Our students have earned admission to a wide range of schools. We place students at the Ivies and top STEM programs, highly selective liberal arts colleges, renowned public flagships, and specialized programs in fields like business, engineering, and the humanities. We have also supported creative arts students pursuing theatre, music, dance, and interdisciplinary paths, guiding them toward programs that match their vision and voice. Our job is to guide students to the right schools for them with intention, authenticity, and a clear strategy.
- American University
- Arizona State University
- Art Center College of Design
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Bard College
- Barnard College
- Baylor University
- Belmont University
- Boston College
- Boston University
- Bowdoin College
- Brandies University
- Brown University
- California College of the Arts
- California Institute of Technology
- California Polytechnic University
- Carlton College
- Case Western University
- Chapman University
- Clark University
- Clemson University
- Colgate University
- College of Charleston
- Colorado School of the Mines
- Columbia College
- Columbia University
- Dartmouth College
- DePaul University
- Drexel University
- Elon University
- Emerson College
- Emory University
- Fordham University
- Georgetown University
- Georgia Institute of Technology
- Goucher College
- Harvard University
- Haverford College
- Indiana University
- Johns Hopkins University
- Kalamazoo College
- Kenyon College
- Lehigh University
- Lewis and Clark University
- Loyola Chicago University
- Loyola Marymount University
- Macalester College
- Michigan State University
- Middlebury College
- Mount Holyoke College
- Northeastern University
- Northwestern University
- New York University
- Oberlin College
- Pennsylvania State University
- Pepperdine University
- Princeton University
- Ringling College of Art & Design
- Rhodes College
- Rutgers University
- San Diego State
- Santa Clara University
- Sarah Lawrence College
- Scripps College
- Southern Methodist University
- St. Andrews University
- St. Edwards University
- Swarthmore College
- Syracuse University
- The New School
- The Ohio State University
- Tufts University
- Tulane University
- UC Berkeley
- UC Davis
- UC Irvine
- UC San Diego
- UC Santa Barbara
- UC Santa Cruz
- UC Los Angeles
- University of Alabama
- University of Arizona
- University of Chicago
- University of Colorado at Boulder
- University of Denver
- University of Florida
- University of Hawaii
- University of Illinois
- University of Kansas
- University of Maryland
- University of Massachusetts, Amherst
- University of Miami
- University of Michigan
- University of Minnesota
- University of Notre Dame
- University of North Carolina
- University of Oregon
- University of Pennsylvania
- University of Puget Sound
- University of Richmond
- University of San Francisco
- University of Southern California
- University of Texas
- University of Utah
- University of Vermont
- University of Virginia
- University of Washington
- University of Wisconsin
- Vassar College
- Villanova University
- Wake Forest University
- Washington University of St. Louis
- Wesleyan University
- Willamette University
- Williams College
- Yale University
Real Students. Real Stories.
Each of these stories reflects a different kind of success: the student who found their path, the one who took initiative, the one who grew through the process. Each one was guided by reflection, strategy, and purpose.
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Working with the College Curators was a complete game-changer! Sarah and Julie helped me curate my application to have one guiding theme, while still staying true to myself. Thanks to them, I was confident letting my personality shine in my essays, and got into my dream school as a result! The most valuable service, however, was definitely the emotional support and encouragement; The College Curators took so much stress out of the process and were always so encouraging. College admissions doesn’t need to be an anxiety-inducing mystery, and Sarah and Julie helped me see that!
Jenna M, Student 2025
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Working with The College Curators streamlined the college application process into one made up of a clear path of easily accomplishable steps that made progress come quickly, and my time was spent efficiently. I was way ahead of all the deadlines, which allowed me more time to perfect my essays, and in that editing process, The College Curators’ feedback had an incredibly transformative effect on the quality and clarity of my essays. I don’t think I could have had a smoother college experience, and I was very satisfied with the results.
Charlie G, Student 2025
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The College Curators are incredible and made the draining and endless process that is college apps so manageable and stress-free!
Ivy R., Student 2025
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I believe my experience greatly aided my ability to get into the college I was most interested in, as it was perfectly rigorous enough to get good results. It was crucial in helping me apply and get into so many colleges.
Augie H., Student 2025
What the Families Are Saying
We’re proud to support students and families who are thoughtful, driven, and ready to do the work.
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College Curators really helped our family navigate the college process. From choosing high school classes, to picking a good variety of colleges to visit and apply to, to advising on the college application essays, College Curators provided really important, helpful advice throughout the whole process. We appreciated all their expertise and their great resources they offered to help support us in the process.
Elizabeth K, Parent 2024
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Sarah and Julie were amazing throughout the entire journey. They have a carefully thought-out approach to the admissions process and are great at knowing what strengths to build upon and highlight. One thing that stood out was that they really helped our daughter decide which schools within the universities she should apply to. They knew what her chances would be based on her story and resume. Tessa’s acceptances were astounding, and we could not be happier.
Eva and Peter C, Parents 2025 and 2027
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We couldn’t have navigated the college evaluation and application process without Sarah and Julie. They guided us from the very beginning to evaluate schools and programs through a lens that we would not have on our own. They introduced our daughter to programs that she may have never evaluated without their encouragement. They spent time getting to know her and understood clearly what inspires her. They helped her look at her own writing critically, and asked tough questions that helped her best articulate exactly who she is. Our whole family is grateful.
Lisa M, Parent 2023
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College Curators worked patiently, diligently, and thoroughly with our two sons for over a year, walking them step by step through the sometimes harrowing college application process. True to their name, they helped curate schools that would fit their interests, personalities, geography, and rigor. They covered everything from how to knock out a college tour to writing that all-important essay. I’m happy to report that both boys were accepted to their first choice schools, Wesleyan and Vassar. College Curators took the pressure off us and were instrumental throughout the process.
Derek H, Parent 2023 and 2025
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