The Student Colleges Compete For
Every compelling application is the expression of a student’s development—not a checklist assembled under pressure.
Grades 9–10 | Purpose & Positioning
These are the years students learn who they are and explore academic trajectories before seeking to impress colleges.
Grades 10–11 | SAT/ACT Prep & Admissions Planning
Applicants to selective universities all have the GPAs, test scores, and titles. Every decision—testing, coursework, activities, summer—should be serving students’ personal and academic narrative.
Grade 12 | Standout Essays & Applications
Students must prove exceptional character and levels of insight to an admissions committee that rejects 90% of its applicants. The essay is the one place in the application where students can present their strengths in 3D.
Having guided students to the college of their dreams, Diana provides tailored mentorship in building college applications from the inside out. As a writer and editor, she teaches not only content but also craft that distinguishes students from the competition. Diana Ha Select Advisory offers a full suite of programs for ambitious students. Group leadership practicum, The Olympic Protocol, test-taking strategies, exceptional essays, application support. Learn more.
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What Others Have Said
“My daughter and I spent many hours working with the incredible Diana Ha on college essays. Her expertise and devotion were unmatched. I underestimated the scope of the project. We learned so much. I cannot recommend working with Diana enough!”
Megan Zavieh, Esq.
Daughter at Princeton University
“Working with Diana completely changed the way I approached writing and self-reflection throughout the college application process. She taught me how to focus on meaningful details and uncover the deeper story behind my experiences. Her guidance relieved so much stress during such an important time in my life. And the skills she taught me have been incredibly valuable in college, especially in reading and writing-intensive courses where organization, clarity, and analysis are essential.“
Lead Ead
McGill University
The “Harvard of Canada”
“My senior and I thought she had excellent essays before she took Diana’s course. Wow, are we glad we did! Diana provided inventive yet easy-to-follow methods to capture the reader and showcase Ellie’s strengths. Eillie’s rewrites blew me away.”
Megan Jenkins
Daughter at Georgia Institute
of Technology
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