Top Tier AdmissionsEliza has years of experience at Top Tier Admissions, helping students gain admittance to top-flight colleges and pioneering the Writing Center. She holds a B.A. in English with Honors and Distinction from Stanford University, where she was a two-time recipient of Stanford’s Rebele Journalism Fellowship. She earned her MA and PhD in English Literature at the University of Virginia. Prior to working at Top Tier, Eliza taught in UVa’s English Department and its Academic and Professional Writing Program. The effectiveness of her teaching and her commitment to her students earned her multiple awards, including the All-University Graduate Teaching Award and honors from UVa’s Seven Society. Eliza’s own writing has appeared in publications ranging from academic journals to The Philadelphia Inquirer. She also has experience in publishing, digital humanities, and study abroad programming.
As spring break approaches, many students are preparing for in-person college visits. And, for the first time in a long time, campuses are (mostly) back open to the public. The process can be a lot of fun, giving you a chance to explore beautiful campuses and envision yourself in new environments. But it can also […]
We’ve talked before about the allure of NYU. Located at the heart of New York City, NYU offers students a rigorous education, easy access to jobs and internships, and a vibrant cultural and social scene. With no boundaries to separate the university from the rest of the city, NYU encourages its 29,700 undergraduate students to […]
Most students and parents know that Ivy League schools are competitive long before they begin working with us. What they don’t always realize is that these days, it’s not just the most elite universities that have incredibly selective admit rates. In fact—thanks to the ever-increasing number of impressive college applicants—schools that might have seemed like […]
For many high school students, the season for standardized testing is already in full swing. While many tests were cancelled last year, the SAT and ACT have generally been going forward as planned this year. As you prepare to take these tests, we have a few top tips for you to keep in mind. TOP […]
You’ve worked hard in your high school classes, taken standardized tests, submitted college applications, and it all paid off! You’ve been admitted to college—in fact, you’ve been admitted to several colleges. But now you face a new challenge: how do you choose? Which school is the best fit for you? COLLEGE SELECTION: MAKING THE RIGHT […]
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