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Introduction
UCLA Economics/Psychology and Loyola Law School Graduate, Julian Shojaie, Esq., strives to unlock each student's college opportunities through crafting an authentic and holistic story for admission to competitive universities. Notably, in the recent Fall 2022 and 2023 admissions cycle, many of our students secured scholarships at institutions such as Georgetown, Boston University, University of Michigan, UT Austin, Northwestern, University of Virginia (UVA), Washington University in St. Louis, USC, UCLA, NYU, Carnegie Mellon, UC Berkley, and Boston College.Untapped Admissions transforms your student’s college applications and ensures each student effectively communicates their personal story with the admissions committee. We support students through the admissions writing process and compilation of the undergraduate/transfer Common Application and UC applications. Julian, founder of Untapped Admissions, takes pride in his ability to assist students in securing a pathway not only to their college goals but helping kickstart their trajectory into future professional careers. Leveraging his legal background in persuasive writing and admissions expertise, Julian offers personalized counseling to secure each student's academic pathway by assisting with their personal statement, individualized supplemental essays, 1:1 test preparation, and tailored school searches.
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Hired 122 times
Serves Santa Monica, CA
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10 years in business
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Karen B. Mar 4, 2024 · Hired on Thumbtack Hired on Thumbtack Our experience with Julian and Untapped Admissions was phenomenal and we are completely satisfied. As a parent of a student on the Spectrum with some communication needs, I was concerned about my son's chances of getting into a university of his choice. Julian made himself available to my son, coaching him through the writing essays and college admissions process from beginning to end. Julian was instrumental in explaining what universities want (in terms of personal statements and essays); something that my son was struggling with. Julian was able to build my son's confidence and in turn help him create a great narrative that my son is proud of and that is very important to me. We have heard back from 2 of the universities that my son applied to and so far we are 2/2!! Thank you, Julian for coming through for our family. The time and energy you spent with my son is invaluable and I know that you are a mentor that he will remember forever. Can't wait to share with you his final choice for college. Details: Writing essays • Completing applications • High school graduate • Once a week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet) UCLA/Law Grad: College Admissions Counselor's reply Thank you Karen for the kind remarks, I am so incredibly proud of your son for the hurdles he has overcome in this admissions process, and I wish him the best in his future UC endeavors!! College Admissions Counseling Heidi B. Mar 1, 2024 · Hired on Thumbtack Hired on Thumbtack As a professional and business owner who takes great pride in providing top-notch, personalized service to clients, it was equally important for me to find someone similarly motivated to assist our daughter with her college application process. Julian Shojaie is it! It became evident very quickly, not only does he have a tremendous knowledge base, but moreover, he genuinely cares. In what became a very stressful time for our family, Julian was a beacon of positivity, guidance, and kindness. Clearly, we cannot recommend him more highly! Thank you, Julian! Details: Writing essays • High school Senior • Cadence recommended by professional • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet) College Admissions Counseling Supriya G. Dec 5, 2023 As parents, we feel compelled to express our gratitude for the exceptional support and guidance that Julian provided to our son throughout his college application journey. Julian played an instrumental role in transforming a daunting process into a positive and rewarding experience for both our son and our family.From the outset, Julian demonstrated a commitment to understanding our son's unique strengths, interests, and aspirations. This personalized approach laid the foundation for a collaborative partnership far beyond the typical counselor-student dynamic. It was evident that Julian truly cared about our son's success and well-being.One of the standout qualities that impressed us most was Julian's wealth of knowledge about the intricacies of the college admissions landscape. Julian provided invaluable insights into crafting a compelling narrative for his applications, ensuring that his unique qualities shone through. His guidance for writing personal statements, supplemental essays and even creating the list of colleges to apply to was tremendously valuable. He was very much patient with our son's delays in sending the essays for the review. He was prompt in sending his feedback on the essays. What sets Julian apart is his unwavering support and dedication to his students. In the face of numerous deadlines and complexities, Julian maintained a calm and reassuring presence. He skillfully guided our son through each step of the application process, instilling a sense of confidence in him that was truly transformative.In conclusion, Julian is not just a college counselor; he is a mentor, advocate, and invaluable resource. We wholeheartedly recommend Julian to any parent seeking a knowledgeable, caring, and transformative college counseling experience for their child. Irina W. Sep 18, 2023 · Hired on Thumbtack Hired on Thumbtack I highly recommend Untapped Admissions. Julian is amazing and very experienced in guiding through the college admission process, be it a personal statement or a question about what to put on the application. Julian has a great algorithm in guiding kids through their personal statement process to make sure they showcase their best self and align the statement with the overall application. My son is no stranger to advanced writing, but the college application process is not simply an ability to craft an essay, it's is different, and Julian has the experitize! I'd be lost without this level of professional help. My son formed a quick rapport with Julian and had support throughout the entire process. It's worth every penny. I am recommending this to all my friends with kids in their Junior year. Details: Writing essays • Completing applications • High school Junior • Cadence recommended by professional • Remotely (phone or internet) • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location College Admissions Counseling Daniel W. 4 weeks ago Julian really helped me out with my transfer from the City Colleges of Chicago into Loyola University and helped me secure a scholarship. He was very attentive and patient with me while constantly checking in to make sure I had everything I needed to be successful. He went above and beyond at every opportunity to ensure that I had every tool I needed to present myself as appealing as possible to the schools I was applying to. He didn't waste any time and knew the exact steps to take. I really appreciate his help. UCLA/Law Grad: College Admissions Counselor's reply Daniel! Thank you sir. It is so great to see you succeed in your transfer admissions process and absolutely excited for you to begin the next chapter and your college journey at Loyola. Please don't forget me when you are on the next comedy Netflix special! The future is bright for you my friend!
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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing is dependent on the individual needs of each student. I offer discounted packages based on how many sessions the client is interested in per week and the type of preparation services the student needs! Our services include all of the following: (1) supporting the writing process for individualized personal statements and supplemental essays; (2) college counseling and applications preparation; (3) one-on-one tutoring and test preparation for college entrance exams (ACT/SAT/GRE); and (4) individually tailored school searches for scholarship opportunities. I am also flexible on my rate depending on which services you need and offer hourly package deals for all services listed above. Please feel free to contact me for an individual quote.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always do an initial assessment of the student’s academic background during a free thirty-minute consultation to ensure future counseling sessions are tailored to meet the needs of each student. I provide a preliminary admissions survey to better understand the student’s academic and personal history as well as their unique goals. My clients often comment on my ability to form collaborative and effective relationships and connect with each student’s specific goals. More importantly, I have been recognized as a mentor not only through the application process, but as an on-going mentor for future student’s needs with career growth. Depending on the specific needs of each student, students and parents will generally purchase a discounted package for multiple services including: (1) supporting the writing process for individualized personal statements and supplemental essays; (2) college counseling and applications preparation; (3) one-on-one tutoring and preparation for college entrance exams(ACT/SAT/GRE); and (4) individually tailored school searches for scholarship opportunities. I collectively evaluate the student’s academic background and personal experiences during our initial consultation for the best instruction and strategic preparation plan for approaching the Common Application and UC apps process.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have over ten (10+) years of academic and college counseling, sixteen (16+) years in test preparation, and improving student’s test performance and overall ACT/SAT/GRE experience. I majored in Psychology at UCLA with a full-ride scholarship and I graduated from Loyola Law School and passed the California State Bar Exam in 2022. I started out assisting countless colleagues and students with their undergraduate and graduate personal statement writing. Presently, I work across a host of complex legal practices, where I write up persuasive briefs for over 50 hours per week. Additionally, I have worked with several reputable tutoring companies over the years with 100+ hours of training for students with disabilities and learning difficulties. I have accrued countless hours of test preparation instruction and can provide student/parent recommendations and sample personal statements that I have written upon request. I am actively taking creative writing courses, and I have a fierce passion for creating a poetic, personal voice which helps students get into top undergraduate programs like UCLA and graduate programs including USC Business School by perfecting their personal statements and applications.
