“Sowmya’s professionalism, responsiveness, and deep knowledge of every aspect of the college admissions process not only made the journey significantly less stressful but also helped my son secure admission to his #1 dream college.
Working with Sowmya felt less like engaging with a counselor and more like collaborating with someone equally invested in the journey and its outcome. It was like having a trusted person in your corner, offering honest and fact-based advice every step of the way.
We began working with Sowmya toward the end of junior year, and she guided us through all facets of the college admissions process. From recommending summer activities and curating a balanced college list to providing detailed essay feedback and meticulously reviewing each application, she was thoroughly involved. She took the time to truly understand the student—their interests, strengths, and accomplishments—which allowed her to offer tailored guidance.
Her attention to detail and responsiveness were unparalleled, and her essay feedback was particularly invaluable. She had an uncanny ability to focus on the essay prompt and refine the response to align with what colleges sought. Drawing from her personal experience with her own children and numerous students, she brought a unique, informed perspective to the process.
What truly sets Sowmya apart is her sense of trust and reliability. It never felt like working with a traditional counselor; it felt like talking to someone close—someone who genuinely cared about our success. Her unwavering dedication, student-first approach, and commitment to simplifying the process are unmatched.
I wholeheartedly endorse Sowmya and her services for anyone navigating the college admissions journey. She is truly customer-obsessed and works tirelessly to help students achieve their dreams.”
–Meena S.
“Sowmya Athreya has been an invaluable asset in my son’s college application process. She provided individualized attention and demonstrated a personal investment in his success, making her easy to talk to and respectful of his goals. When she commits to a deadline, she delivers without fail.
Her thorough line-by-line review of applications and essays ensured no detail was overlooked. Her creative suggestions for essay topics and frameworks, along with her strong command of English, significantly enhanced the quality of the submissions. Sowmya’s strategies for major selection were insightful and tailored to my son’s interests and aspirations.
Despite her busy schedule, Sowmya was always available and responsive, even during weekends and critical application deadlines. In assisting with 7 Regular Decision college applications and reviewing the UC application, Sowmya’s expertise and dedication were evident. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to any student navigating the college application process.
My son has chosen to attend Georgia Tech for CS, out of his many acceptances.”
–Meenakshi T.
“Sowmya helped my son with his COSMOS summer program essays. Her essay review suggestions were clear and helpful. She also gave a lot of good additional general advice for my freshman son. I really appreciate her openness and expertise.”
–KiKi C.
“Sowmya is a good friend and has always been open to sharing her college admission experiences. She has provided some great suggestions to my son on course selection in high school, recommendation letters, and major selection in colleges. My son went to the University of Southern California (USC).”
–Niranjana N.
“Sowmya is my neighbor and she has been a great ongoing resource to help us navigate high school, answering all our questions about STEM course selection, grade requirements, and test prep.”
–Anjana S.