College Planning for Grades 9-12
At Lead Admissions, we know that every student's path is different and that the college admissions process can feel overwhelming without the right guidance.
We work one-on-one with students and families in Cincinnati, guiding high school students (grades 9-12) through each step with a personalized, thoughtful approach designed to bring out their strengths and build a compelling college application.
As a trusted partner, we're committed to serve as your student's expert and partner with families to deliver a high level of support.
Increase your odds of getting into a competitive college and save thousands of dollars in scholarships
The biggest mistakes most students make is not spending enough time developing an academic niche and creating a positive impact in their community. By the time students realize, it's often too late.
We can help you create a plan to identify and transform your student's unique strengths into concrete achievements. Growing impact takes time. That's why we advocate for students to start as early as 8th or 9th grade to give them time to create something truly remarkable.
Why Choose Lead Admissions?
Individualized Attention
We provide your student one-on-one support and mentorship through the full-cycle college process. Unlike large companies, our team takes time to get to know your student and puts together a personalized strategy .
Essay & Application Guidance
Our team looks at your student's interests, background, and achievements and helps craft compelling essays that highlight your student’s intellect, personality, and potential.
High-Impact pathway
We have packages starting in 8th grade to give you enough runway to create and execute your personalized plan. Starting early helps you have enough time to build a meaningful story to position yourself as a standout candidate.
10+ Years of Experience
Our team comprises of Ivy League graduates who leverage their personal and past clients' experiences to help students get into their top choice colleges.
Get Help With Scholarships
The price of a college education has skyrocketed in the past few years. An affordable education can be crucial when picking the right school for you. We can help you find colleges with generous scholarships and guide you through the process. Don't miss your opportunity to save thousands of dollars.
About Us
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Vivian Chen
Lead Counselor
Vivian has devoted the last decade to mentoring and motivating students to realize their goals. She has coached students in grades 8-12, providing personalized guidance and support throughout the college and prep school admissions process. Vivian is dedicated to making college admissions less stressful by connecting with young scholars and guiding them with an empathetic approach.
Vivian holds a B.S. in Hospitality Business from Cornell University (SC Johnson College of Business), where she was a former Division 1 rower on the women's rowing team. She currently serves as the co-president of the Cornell Club of Cincinnati and an alumni interviewer for Cornell University and Phillips Academy Andover.
Michael Chen
Lead Editor
Michael graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania and is an inductee to the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa academic honor society. He holds both a M.A. and B.A. in Mathematics, with a minor in Linguistics.
Leveraging his expertise in STEM and language, Michael helps students articulate their academic passions with clarity and precision. He enjoys guiding students to express complex ideas effectively and empowering them to craft authentic narratives in their college applications.
Student Results
Lead Admissions students have been admitted to:
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Boston University
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Chapman University
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Clemson University
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Columbia University
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Cornell University
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CU Boulder
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Dartmouth College
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Eckerd College
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Fordham University
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Georgetown University
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George Washington University
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Indiana University
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Loyola Marymount University
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New York University
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Northwestern University
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Oberlin College
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The Ohio State University
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Oregon State University
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Pomona College
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Purdue University
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Rutgers University
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Texas Christian University
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University of Arkansas
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UC Berkeley
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UC Davis
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UC Irvine
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UCLA
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UC Santa Cruz
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UC Santa Barbara
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University of Chicago
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University of Central Florida
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University of Hawaii
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University of Michigan
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University of North Texas
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University of Pennsylvania
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University of Southern California
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University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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University of Washington
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Wellesley College
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Testimonials
"Thank you so much for all the support and help in getting me to where I am now. It would have been impossible without your help. I am thankful for the time and effort put into my application and future."
Grace - Dartmouth College
"Thank you so much for your support during my college application process. Face-to-face interview practice that you offered to me really prepared me for the real one. Again, I appreciate all your help!"
SJ - Cornell University
"Thank you again for all your help last college application season. I've loved my first month at Georgetown and I'm really happy here. Thank you so much!"
Josh - Georgetown University
"I'm so proud and happy for David!! He'll be attending University of Washington this fall. It's always been his first choice. Thank you for all your help!!"
Lead Admissions Parent -
University of Washington
