Meet the college counselors who make all the difference
Our Blue Stars Certified™ counselors bring decades of teaching, admissions and writing experience to their work. All use the unique Blue Stars’ integrated style of counseling that enables students to grow personally as they plan for college. All are up-to-date on the latest admissions trends, and collaborate closely with one another.
As a result, Blue Stars counselors are not just outstanding editors and mentors. They are also superior life coaches who excel at helping students find their unique paths to college—calmly and confidently.
Amy Morgenstern, Founder, CEO and Editor in Chief
Helen Ingerson, Lead Counselor
Laura Schadler, Student Outcomes Director & Lead Counselor
Ishani Synghal, Counselor & Editor
“It goes without saying that Dr. M’s wisdom, encouragement and deft life-coaching played a major part in our daughter’s Swarthmore success, and I’d like to give credit where credit is due.”
“Dr. M didn’t let me down. She encouraged me to explore the depths of my ideas and experiences, which resulted in original, fresh essays.”
“It goes without saying that Dr. M’s wisdom, encouragement and deft life-coaching played a major part in our daughter’s Swarthmore success, and I’d like to give credit where credit is due.”
“Dr. M didn’t let me down. She encouraged me to explore the depths of my ideas and experiences, which resulted in original, fresh essays.”
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