Our Story
Established by seasoned consultants from Stanford, Harvard, UCLA, and Northwestern, Elite Scholar Advising (ESA) is a boutique admissions consulting organization. With a presence in the U.S., China, India, and the UAE, we guide families through one of life’s biggest milestones with strategy, structure, and soul.
Whether you're navigating the U.S. admissions system from abroad or trying to make sense of it all right here at home, we’re here to make the process feel more manageable—and a lot more personal.
For families striving to give their children the best, the college admissions process can feel overwhelming, inconsistent, and, at times, unfair. One friend’s child gets into an Ivy with a 4.5 GPA, while another doesn’t even make the waitlist. The competition is fierce, the criteria unclear, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
That’s where we come in.
Led by Daniel Strom, a former admissions representative at Northwestern University, we act as a trusted guide, offering a structured, high-touch service rooted in deep admissions expertise and a passion for mentorship. Through reflective writing, one-on-one coaching, and individualized planning, we help students tell their story—and stand out.
Our clients don’t come to us for gimmicks. They come for:
A clear, personalized strategy tailored to their students’ goals.
Thoughtful guidance on everything from extracurriculars to essays.
An honest, ethical approach grounded in mentorship and care.
Most importantly, we help parents transition from overwhelmed and uncertain…
To proud and assured.
You only get one shot at the college process. With Elite Scholar Advising, you’ll know you gave it everything—and more.
ADMISSIONS HIGHLIGHTS
Why work with Elite Scholar advising?
Daniel Strom
“Daniel helped me achieve my dream of being accepted at UCLA. He was extremely thorough with every part of my application, including my essays, activities lists, and everything in between.”
“Daniel is a saving grace. My daughter was struggling with a couple of waitlists for her college applications. And guess what?? My daughter got off the waitlist at both colleges due to Daniel's advice!”
“Daniel helped me with my college essays and he was very knowledgeable on helping students polish their application. He made my college application process more enjoyable and easier to approach and I am very grateful to have him as my mentor.”
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