Archives for June 2014

I was looking to work with someone like you because I wanted the best chance at being accepted into a top tier physics program.  I needed help in writing my application essays for internships.  Your help was more valuable than I could have hoped for.  I thought my essays would need just a small amount of changing.  If you felt something in my essays could be better, you let me know.  You were nice in your critiquing of my work but were not afraid to tell me when something needed to be changed, and you were always quick to reply.  I felt as though we became friends via email, and it was wonderful meeting you in person.  When I was accepted to Duke and CERN to do high energy physics, it felt like a dream come true.  When I told you of my acceptance, you were genuinely so happy for me.  I could not have gotten where I am now without your help.  I would highly recommend your expertise to anyone looking for an application review and a friend.

– MK, Swarthmore College 2015

We cannot express how incredible you were throughout the college application process.  The best move we made was hiring you to assist us throughout this exciting but daunting process.  From choosing the right schools to visit and apply to the completion of the application process, you were able to take the majority of the stress off both of us while creating an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation.  Your meticulous preparation and assistance, especially with all of the individual college essays, unique to each school, eased the entire journey.  We would have been lost without you. There was never a bad time to call and you generously gave your attention and time whenever needed.  It was an amazing ride to see how working with College Essay Whiz completely facilitated and enhanced applying to college.

As a parent, I would have been lost without the assistance of Margery Kashman.  I would endorse College Essay Whiz wholeheartedly to anyone who has a child applying to college.

– Marc Rovner, parent of incoming University of Michigan freshman, Class of 2018

I had the privilege of meeting Margery while I was performing with her in the Oratorio Society of Queens. When I started the tedious college process and began writing my essays, she informed me of her services and was willing to assist me in any way she could. Even though we met in person at rehearsals once a week, she was always punctual in her email responses and helped with revisions in any way possible. Margery was so easy to approach and her professional manner assured me that I was in great hands. We went through countless drafts, and as a result, I improved my writing on many levels after reviewing her suggestions. She also gave me several helpful hints on how to make the rest of my applications stellar. I cannot stress enough how much of a help Margery was in making the college process easier to handle in conjunction with my advanced senior year classes. Words cannot express how thankful I am for all her assistance and I hope to work with her in the future. She is a true gem!!

-E. S.

When we found Mrs. Kashman, our son was struggling with his Common App essay topic and content, and his application deadlines were looming ever closer.  She stepped right in without breaking stride and—in a very short period—made great suggestions and edits to make the essay much better.  We then turned to her for help with the school-specific essays, and she was equally effective.  Our son was accepted early decision to his first choice, in no small part due to the great skills and perspective that Mrs. Kashman brought to his writing.  We recommend her very highly.

-Parents of Northwestern University student

It is hard for me to put into words how grateful I am for the College Essay Whiz. Margie was recommended by a family friend, and I am proof that her services are not limited to college applications. For my application to medical school, it was extremely important to articulate my leadership and extracurricular activities clearly as they were what set me apart from the other applicants. Margie did a fantastic job of learning exactly what I was trying to say in my application and then helping me make the requisite changes and allow my experiences to jump off the page.

 Margie starts out by getting to know her clients early and learning how best to expose their strengths. All of our interactions were through email and phone since I do not live in the area. However, her turnaround was almost always less than 24 hours, and when the application deadline approached, Margie was making edits late into the evening with me to submit a polished product on time. I am happy to say that I was accepted to one of my top-choice medical schools during my first application cycle and Margie played a significant role in allowing me to show off my strengths in a unique and personal way. Thank you, Margie!

-R. B., University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville