Mentoring by Shivani

PRE-MED COLLEGE ADMISSIONS COACHING

Stand Out. Get Scholarships. Get Into Medical School.From a UW Neuroscience Student who earned 40+ merit scholarships
Including all UCs, Vanderbilt, Case Western, George Washington, & University of Washington$75/hour | Personalized 1-on-1 Coaching | Flexible Scheduling

Your Challenge

Does This Sound Familiar?Your counselor cares, but has 400+ students. You know this. You see it. When you finally get an appointment, you have 15 minutes before the next student walks in. Personalized guidance? Not realistic.Straight A's and high test scores feel like they should be enough. You've worked hard. You've sacrificed. But colleges are flooded with straight-A students. Standing out requires something more—something most counselors can't help you articulate.Pre-med is its own universe. You need research. You need clinical hours. You need to build a coherent narrative that shows medical schools you're serious. But your counselor doesn't understand pre-med specifically. They're giving you generic college advice when you need pre-med strategy.You're drowning in information overload. Essays, activity lists, college research, interview prep, scholarship hunting. Every resource tells you something different. Every website has conflicting advice. You're paralyzed trying to figure out what actually matters.And the clock is ticking. Junior year is flying by. Colleges are already reviewing applications. You feel like you're behind.The worst part? You know you could get into better schools. You know you could earn more scholarships. You know you're capable. But without strategic guidance, talent and hard work aren't enough.That's exactly what I help you fix.

How I Help

I offer personalized 1-on-1 coaching tailored to your timeline and goals.
Pick the tier that matches where you are:---🏫 TIER 1: Strategic Foundation (9th-10th Grade)
4-Year Pre-Med Roadmap + Monthly Check-ins✓ Course planning that sets you up for pre-med success
✓ How to find research, clinical, and leadership opportunities
✓ Summer programs that actually strengthen your applications
✓ Timeline so you're always ahead, never behind
✓ Monthly check-ins to keep you on trackBonus: You'll avoid the mistakes that derail most pre-med students.Investment: $75/hour---📋 TIER 2: College Strategy (11th-12th Grade)
Complete Application Planning + Essay Prep✓ College list building - reach/target/safety schools (YOUR goals, not rankings)
✓ Strategic application timeline (nothing falls through cracks)
✓ Unlimited essay editing - personal statement + all supplements
✓ Essay topic brainstorming + feedback
✓ Extracurricular audit + activities list strategy
✓ Mock interviews + interview preparation
✓ Scholarship application support
✓ LOR strategy (who to ask, what to give them)Result: Acceptances from reach schools. Scholarships that matter. Confidence you did it right.Investment: $75/hour or semester packages available---Both Tiers Include:
✓ 1-on-1 personalized coaching (not group sessions)
✓ Flexible scheduling (online or in-person)
✓ Pre-med specific expertise (not generic college advice)
✓ Real strategy (big picture + execution details)
Because access matters: Sliding scale pricing available for families with financial need—ask about reduced rates.Ready? Book your free 30-minute consultation today.

Potential Topics to Discuss

📝 Strategic College List Building
Stop guessing which schools to apply to. We'll build a balanced list aligned with YOUR goals, not generic rankings. Reach schools where you'll be competitive. Target schools where you'll likely get in. Safety schools that still excite you. The result: acceptances from schools you actually want to attend.✏️ Unforgettable Essays That Stand Out
Your personal statement is your ONE chance to show admissions officers who you really are. We'll craft essays that reveal your authentic story, not regurgitate your resume. Unlimited editing on personal statement + all supplemental essays. You'll have submissions that actually make admissions officers stop and pay attention.🎖️ Activity List That Showcases Your Pre-Med Path
Not just a list of clubs; we'll strategically present your research, clinical hours, leadership, and extracurriculars in a way that tells a coherent pre-med story. Colleges see the narrative, not just scattered activities. This matters for pre-med competitiveness.💻 College Interview Mastery
Interviews terrify most students. We'll prepare you so thoroughly that you walk in confident, not panicked. Mock interviews. Practice questions. How to tell your story naturally. How to ask thoughtful questions that show genuine interest. You'll be the candidate interviewers remember positively.🍎 Powerful Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
Getting strong LORs is an art. We'll figure out who to ask, how to ask, and what information to give teachers so they write letters that actually highlight what makes you special. Strong LORs can move the needle on borderline applications.🏫 Strategic Campus Visits That Count
Visiting colleges matters when you do it strategically. We'll plan visits that show admissions you're genuinely interested AND help you figure out if the school actually fits your goals. You'll know what to look for, what questions matter, and how to leave a good impression.

Why Me - This Isn't Typical Coaching

✓ Published Neuroscience Research That Matters
I'm not just someone who got into college—I'm someone who contributed original research.
First-author publication "Evaluating Effective Pediatric Psychological Trauma Treatments Post-Traumatic Natural Disasters" in Scientific Research Publishing (2022)
This proves I understand rigorous thinking. It also proves I know what makes top universities actually value applicants.---✓ 40+ Merit Scholarships From Top Universities
UC Berkeley • UCLA • Vanderbilt • Case Western • George Washington • University of Washington
I didn't luck into one scholarship—I earned 40+. I know exactly what works because I lived it.
No theories. No outdated formulas. Real, recent, proven results.---✓ I'm Currently at UW—Not Retired From College
I'm a Junior majoring in Neuroscience.
Right now, today:
- Conducting research at UW Medicine
- Providing clinical care at Seattle free clinics
This isn't advice from someone who did college 20 years ago. It's real-time insights from someone actively navigating the exact path your students want to take.---✓ Pre-Med Specialization Meets Diverse Perspective
Most college coaches are generalists. I focus exclusively on pre-med students.
What makes me different:
- Anthropology minor
- Fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil
- Serve underserved communities
I understand both the rigorous academic demands of pre-med coursework and the real barriers that diverse families face.
First-generation students. Immigrant families. Students of color.
They resonate with my perspective because I actually get it.---✓ Affordable, Accessible, and Genuinely Invested
$75/hour vs. $150-200+/hour for traditional counselors
✓ Flexible scheduling
✓ Online or in-person
✓ I actually care about your success
I'm not just cashing checks. I'm invested in seeing my students succeed.

What Students & Parents Say

"Shivani helped me see that getting into college isn't just about grades- it's about your story."
— Junior at Redmond High School who got into UC Berkeley with scholarship"We didn't know what pre-med meant. She gave us a clear roadmap for 4 years. It was worth every penny."
— Johnson Family, Bellevue

Get Started Today

Ready to Get Strategic?Book your FREE 30-minute consultationNo pressure. No sales pitch. Just honest conversation about your goals and how I can help.We'll talk about:
✓ Where you are in the process
✓ What your biggest challenges are
✓ Whether strategic coaching is right for you
✓ Next steps if we're a good fit---Multiple ways to reach me:📧 Email: mailto:[email protected]
Respond within 24 hours☎️ Call or text (206) 659-8054
Available on weekends, or leave me a voice message and I will respond asap🗓️ Schedule directly: Book on Calendly
Pick a time that works for you---What happens after you book?
1. You'll get a confirmation email with Zoom link
2. We'll have 30 minutes of honest conversation
3. I'll give you specific feedback and recommendations
4. You decide if working together makes sense (no pressure if it doesn't)That's it. Free consultation. No strings attached.