Throughout my 20+-year career, my focus has solely been on admissions work. Over the past five years, I have been employed as an Independent Educational Consultant, where my primary responsibility has been guiding and assisting numerous students each year in their successful applications to prestigious institutions such as Harvard University and other highly competitive universities. As a Harvard graduate myself, I take great pleasure in supporting students who aspire to navigate the application process with minimal stress.My experience focuses on domestic students and first-generation college applicants. In addition, I have also worked with students from diverse backgrounds from around the world. To actively recruit students, I have traveled extensively, visiting numerous countries including India, Canada, China, Brazil, Ghana, the UK, Korea, and Spain. By limiting the number of students I work with, I ensure that each individual receives the personalized attention they deserve, allow...
Denise helped students get into:
Babson CollegeAmherst College
Boston CollegeBoston University
Bentley UniversityAmerican University
Harvard UniversityNew York University
Babson College
Amherst College
Boston College
Boston University
Bentley University
American University
Harvard University
New York University
Denise helps with…
Majors & Careers
Extracurriculars
Building a School List
College Interviews
Waitlist & Deferral Assistance
Community College
UC Schools
Common App
FAFSA
Highly Selective College Admissions
High School Course Selection
College Applications & Essays
School-Specific Supplemental Essays
Boston
24 years of experience
Harvard University – BA | History of Science
Bentley University – MBA | Operations
Northeastern University – EdD | I wrote my dissertation on the retention of African American males in a predominately white university.
IECA
Business
Education
Computer Science
Engineering
Biology
MBA
Creative Writing
Athletics
First-Generation College Students
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
STEM
Transfer Students
Graduate Admissions
Gifted and Talented Students
Fun Facts
🖐
Describe yourself in five words
caring, accepting, happy, intuitive, dedicated
🙏
Best piece of advice
There is a perfect school out there for everyone
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First job
Bakery assistant
💭
Dream job
Voiceover actress
📚
Favorite book
Les Miserables
📓
Favorite subject in school
History
⚽
Favorite after-school activities
Choir
🎵
Favorite artist
Michael Jackson
📺
Favorite TV show
The Voice
🍴
Favorite food
Chinese food
🪄
Hobbies
Singing classical music, travel
My process
I am a counselor who prioritizes building strong connections with my students. I take pleasure in deeply understanding each individual, investing significant time together, and ensuring your comfort throughout the college admissions journey, enabling you to produce your finest work. To accomplish this, I possess excellent listening abilities and patience. By recognizing the potential within every student and offering guidance, I have successfully assisted students in gaining admission to competitive colleges.
Recent reviews
4.7(63 reviews)
“As always Dr. Denise Haile comments were extremely helpful!"
Paul L.
“The review didnt offer tips to cut down the essay and what to add to make it more personal. She stated to add things in but the essay is already at 598 words and the limit is 600. "
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“Quick turnaround and great comments! We have been very happy working with Dr. Denise Hall and look forward to working with her in the future. "
Paul L.
Boston
24 years of experience
Harvard University – BA | History of Science
Bentley University – MBA | Operations
Northeastern University – EdD | I wrote my dissertation on the retention of African American males in a predominately white university.
IECA
Business
Education
Computer Science
Engineering
Biology
MBA
Creative Writing
Athletics
First-Generation College Students
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
STEM
Transfer Students
Graduate Admissions
Gifted and Talented Students
Fun Facts
🖐
Describe yourself in five words
caring, accepting, happy, intuitive, dedicated
🙏
Best piece of advice
There is a perfect school out there for everyone
💼
First job
Bakery assistant
💭
Dream job
Voiceover actress
📚
Favorite book
Les Miserables
📓
Favorite subject in school
History
⚽
Favorite after-school activities
Choir
🎵
Favorite artist
Michael Jackson
📺
Favorite TV show
The Voice
🍴
Favorite food
Chinese food
🪄
Hobbies
Singing classical music, travel
Tips for success
1. Prepare for your first session
Plan out the questions and topics you'd like to discuss. If you'd like to work together in the long term, discuss expectations for each other.