Ms. Thomas - I’m so grateful to have been accepted to Yale! I will be attending in the fall. All of your advice has always been spot-on, and I truly can’t thank you enough for all your help throughout the process! 2020 graduate attending Yale University

Katie was able to simplify the overwhelming and complicated college search process into something manageable. I am very happy with the schools I got into and I don't know if I would have been able to do it without her expertise and pragmatic approach. 2020 graduate attending Macalester College after a gap year

Although the college process is stressful in the best of circumstances, Ms. Thomas was instrumental in making it as stress-free and understandable as possible. Not only did she go above and beyond in helping edit countless supplemental essays and provide helpful contacts at each school I was looking it, but she also helped navigate building a solid list of schools to apply to, and navigate various other obstacles such as art portfolios and gathering recommendations. Ms. Thomas’ help didn’t stop when the applications were submitted, however. She made sure I had someone to talk to when struggling to pick a school, and I am confident that with her help I made the best choice possible for me. To top it all off, no matter how stressed I was, Ms. Thomas was incredibly patient and kind and willing to sit with me and break things down step by step so it didn’t seem at all insurmountable.

No matter the situation -- packed days, out of town conference meetings, or worldwide pandemics -- Ms. Thomas is always one email away and always extremely eager to help! I cannot express how thankful I am for her realistic, supportive advice and her constant beaming smile. 2020 graduate attending U. Pennsylvania

Dear Ms. Thomas, Thank you so much for your time and help throughout this process. You have been so kind and an amazing guiding hand through everything. Thank you for your detailed and helpful replies each time I have a question. I really appreciate everything you've done for me, and I am so excited about my options! 2020 graduate attending Yale University

Katie was incredibly helpful throughout the whole college search. I never even considered my school at first, but Katie could immediately tell that it would be a good fit for me! I eventually got in on full-tuition scholarship! I could not be more grateful for Katie's help and highly recommend her services! 2022 graduate attending the University of Miami

Dear Katie, I wanted to let you know I got accepted into Emerson, meaning I've now been accepted to every school I applied for! Thank you so much for guiding me through this process! I wouldn’t have been able to do it without you. You brought professionalism, lots of knowledge, support, and kindness which made everything so much easier and tolerable. Thank you again. I hope you are well in these crazy times. Best Wishes. 2020 graduate attending Emerson University

Both my husband and I work, and have three very active kids. The college process seemed daunting and time consuming to take on. Thanks to Katie we launched our first off to Vassar and our second child off to Colorado State University. What seemed at times overwhelming and was tense with conversations about college applications and deadlines, was replaced with productive updates and better discussions about pros and cons. Our third will be a junior, and knowing the support and guidance she too will receive takes so much stress off of us as a family. We highly recommend Katie! Parents of 2020 graduate attending Colorado State University

Katie was and is extremely responsive, caring and thorough. She navigated difficult different objectives and goals related to college admission with patience and kindness but always transparency between myself and my daughter. Her extraordinary efforts provided Jenny and I varied and positive options despite a really difficult admission year. Her efforts did not end there! She continued to provide great support and insight through the college visits after all the admission decisions ultimately assisting in Jenny's final decision. Parent of 2020 graduate attending U. Southern California

We have known Katie for 7 years and both our kids had her for their college counselor. We cannot say enough positive things about her! She is very knowledgeable and experienced in the whole stressful process and truly is gifted in listening for what each kid is looking for, what parents are wanting, and merging the two with grace and candor!!! A true gem in the field!! Parents of 2017 graduate who attended Colgate and 2020 graduate attending Bowdoin after a post-graduate year

Our daughter had strong grades and test scores, but we knew this wasn’t enough. Katie gave us the nationwide perspective, 20+ years experience with elite schools’ admissions process, and constant coaching and encouragement to get into our daughter’s top school choices. I wish we would have started using Katie earlier in the process. Parent of 2020 graduate attending Ole Miss

Katie -- Thank you so much for your guidance. We loved working with you and will miss you greatly. I still pinch myself that he got into UVA -- with financial support! You are amazing with the kids, and I feel fortunate to have had our paths cross with such a wonderful outcome.

The college application process can be so stressful. Katie’s straightforward approach and calming presence made a world of difference. I can’t imagine trying to navigate it on our own. Her advice and expertise were invaluable. Parent of 2021 graduate attending Macalester College

Our son focused his intentions on a BFA in acting & theatre. We were unsure that a prep school education had prepared him for what was to come. Katie presented a pragmatic view of where you can go with talent, grades, and activities, keeping us sensible & asking that we let him reach for the stars. He auditioned & waded through the two-step process of applying to conservatory programs. He got into his dream school, NYU-Tisch Drama. He had set his mind on another school already, but Katie urged him to visit NYU to be certain of no regrets; he chose NYU after the visit. We would not trade Katie's combination of care & expertise for anything. THANK YOU, KATIE! Parents of 2018 student attending NYU-Tisch

I love how Katie knows the right students for our university. When she recommends students to us, I know they aren’t just going to be successful academically. They are going to thrive and become the leaders we are looking for on our campus. In a college landscape that increasingly talks about fit, her vast knowledge and genuine care for students and families helps guide people to the right place. David S. ’12, ‘18, Associate Director for Freshman Admission, Texas Christian University

Katie Thomas has a wealth of college admissions and enrollment management knowledge. Katie has long-standing relationships with Deans, Directors and Admissions Officers across the country – having served on many universities’ Advisory Councils, Katie’s 'insider perspective' will be a valuable part in navigating the college search and selection process. Kelly B. Senior Assistant Director Undergraduate Admissions, University of Georgia

Whenever I see that Katie Thomas sends me an email or calls me, I get excited - excited because I know the student she's talking about is a great fit for my institution. I know that through her hard work and her passion for helping students find their own version of a 'dream' college, the students I get to work with are game changers and phenomenal just like her.

Katie Thomas is one of the best people I have worked with during my career in college admissions. It has been a privilege to see her engage with students over the years. She has a great ability to build strong relationships and she cares deeply about her work. To put it simply, Katie is a passionate person. It is so clear just how important her students are to her; she gets to know them intimately and has a level-headed approach to the college admissions process. It’s that type of passion that I wish we had more of in our world! She puts people at ease which can make a stressful process for everyone that much easier. I cannot speak highly enough of her professional abilities and personal qualities and know that anyone she works with is in good hands.

I’ve been working with Katie for five years and have appreciated her ability to create and maintain relationships throughout the college admission world. More importantly, those connections are genuine and she will make getting to know you a priority.

Katie has been a dream to work with! She’s an amazing advocate and resource for her students. She clearly knows the college admission landscape and wants to help students find options for college that are not only a great fit for them academically, but also for their goals, personalities, and experiences.

During my time at Hamilton College, I knew that Katie would send me amazing students every year. In fact, when I wanted to find an exemplary application, her students would always be the first I would consider sharing with my colleagues. She knew exactly who would be a great fit for the College. She knows her students well enough to understand where they will thrive. Her ability to build relationships and advocate for her students is arguably unparalleled with anyone else I worked with as an admission officer.