After my own cobbled-together application process, I realized I needed to build my knowledge and skills so that others could avoid the same uncertainty and anxiety. I joined Crimson Education and Prepory, where I trained under former Ivy League admissions officers and led full Common App simulations. Those experiences gave me a clear understanding of how top consultants shape applications and guide students.

Wanting to deepen that foundation, I pursued certifications through UCLA Extension’s Global Career Counseling Program and Univariety’s Green Belt in Career Counseling. These programs equipped me with the structure and strategy to complement the hands-on insights I had already gained.

Since then, I’ve been able to bring these lessons back to where my own journey began—my school in Kashmir. Working with students there, I have helped them not only dream bigger but also take concrete steps to make those ambitions real. From setting their sights on global universities to polishing their essays and applications, I have been fortunate enough to guide those who shared the same limitations I did.

When you come to Notion, you are not just coming to a faceless organization with a process in place. You are coming to people who understand what it feels like to be in your shoes. We value the hopes you bring, the hours you invest, and the courage it takes to put your story forward. And we make it our mission to walk alongside you, not just to chase an admit, but to help you unlock the education and opportunities that can change your life.