Nicholas is a Harvard College graduate (Class of 2006) and co-founder of Essai Education. With over a decade of experience in intensive end-to-end college counseling, he has guided more than 750 students toward successful admissions at top universities. Nicholas specializes in strategic profile building, helping students craft compelling applications that showcase their unique strengths and potential. His deep understanding of the US higher education landscape and holistic admissions process enables him to provide personalized mentorship that maximizes each student’s chances of acceptance
Explore prestigious and selective summer programs that help you deepen subject knowledge, gain global exposure, and enhance your academic profile for top university applications.
Learn how to build impactful, college-level research projects from scratch. Discover how to find mentors, choose the right topics, and publish academic work that sets you apart.
Get step-by-step guidance on designing, launching, and documenting community impact initiatives that demonstrate leadership, empathy, and purpose—core values elite colleges seek.
Unlock strategies to actively participate and take leadership roles in clubs, competitions, and school events that align with your academic and career goals.
Find out how to identify and thrive in competitions, Olympiads, and enrichment opportunities that validate your academic excellence and subject passion.
Whether it's music, debate, sports, or art—learn how to showcase your personal interests and talents to craft a multidimensional and authentic college profile.
Discover the right internships for high school students, how to apply, and how to use them to demonstrate initiative, career exploration, and real-world skills in your applications.