Actually managing the college application process was what our family found most stressful. There are endless deadlines and documentation demands. Deena did a fabulous job of working with our son to gather the information and meet his deadlines in a way that encouraged him to finish and did not antagonize him (as his parents could have easily done). He completed his applications with time to spare and is very happy at his new school, Colby College.
— Parent of Colby College student (Class of 2011)

 

Deena guided my daughter through all stages of her college application process. Because of Deena’s experience and her personal approach, we felt that their college discussions encouraged a self-awareness and self-definition that was invaluable to my daughter. Deena enabled her to find a good college match, to look deeper and broader. Deena helped her, in her essay and interview, present her best and truest picture to the admissions committee. We were all delighted with the process and the outcome. We think that your services are wonderful.
— Parent of Barnard College student (Class of 2011)

 

I am going to NYU and am so excited! It was great working with you and I can't thank you enough for helping get into my dream school.
— NYU Student (Class of 2011)

 

For college and grad school counseling, I cannot say enough about Deena Maerowitz, a mom and experienced admissions counselor who is also a former admissions director at Columbia Business School. A lawyer and social worker by training, she is savvy, extremely kind, and incredibly patient, even with unusual cases.
— Park Slope, Brooklyn Parent

 

You provided sensible guidance and perspective about the college process for our entire family, and helped us avoid the hysteria and confusion which so many families suffer through.
— Current Client

 

I want to thank you so much for all your help and I wanted to make sure that you knew that I think so highly of you.  You were by far the hippest college counselor and I loved telling my friends about you.

— Client (Syracuse Class of 2013)

 

Without Ms. Maerowitz I can honestly say that I'm not sure I would be where I am today. She opened up my eyes to schools that I never would have applied to, and once accepted she helped us figure out which school was the best fit. She has also helped me apply to elite ivy league conferences, and suggested where I could possibly intern once I got to college. To use Ms. Maerowitz's services was one of the best decisions made on my family's part.

— Client (George Washington University, Class of 2012)

 

I am a very DIY parent, but I know when I am below my depth. We will be forever grateful for Deena's support, enthusiasm and insight. As the parent of twins, there were sensitive family issues that we needed some help with including managing the double search. Deena was willing to work within our budget and to help in ways that my children really needed - making sure that we had considered all the possible options, reviewing and refining their resumes and answering all the little questions about timing and how to put their best foot forward - that only someone who knows the process from the inside out can answer.

— Parent of Current Clients