What People Are Saying

“I began working with Jenn during the summer before my senior year when I didn't have an organized plan for my college application process. Jenn helped me formulate a schedule, condense my college list, and worked with me through writing exercises to prepare me for supplemental essay writing. When I was writing essays, Jenn helped me set deadlines so I could get my writing done without rushing and asked me probing questions to help me describe my experiences and wishes more clearly and specifically. She also taught me how to formulate my activity descriptions for conciseness and impact. Without Jenn, I would've been completely lost in the college application process and it has been an absolute pleasure to work with her. Thanks to her, I got into one of my top schools with nearly a full ride!”

- Jason, Carnegie Mellon University ‘30

“Ever since our daughter was born I was kind of dreading the college application process. Starting in 9th grade I signed up for some on line college application forums and it all seemed so overwhelming. When 11th grade came around I signed up for an informational forum with BKT. Lucie & Jenn laid out a plan that was straight forward & was full of common sense. Signing our daughter up for a series of sessions during the summer between 11th & 12th grade turned out to be a great move. We had everything ready to go when it came time to apply. Lucie recommended applying to Ithaca, a school that was not on our list, and it was a great recommendation. That's where our daughter is going and we couldn't be more happy. Thank you!”

- Chris, happy parent

“Jenn has been an incredible help in guiding me through the college admissions process. She provided invaluable knowledge about CommonApp, recommendations, and the arts supplemental process. Through our sessions, I learned how to create essays that reflected my character and interests. I can’t thank her enough for her help!”

- Katie, UNC Chapel Hill ‘30

“I spoke with several college coaching companies, actually, but I went with BKT and would make the same choice a hundred times over. Interestingly, music was just a small part of the reason. They don’t approach the college process the way others do: they don’t try to game it; they don’t focus on splash. They’re intelligent, highly educated and experienced, and they go about the process thoughtfully. They spoke to my son about what drives him, helped him understand the differences between schools, and guided him to craft reflective, specific essays that tell his story. I was especially pleased that they didn’t accept surface writing or fall for gimmicks. They are genuinely people of depth and knowledge, and it shows in all aspects of their professionalism and coaching. They also kept my son on schedule and called him out on his areas of weakness. It wasn’t just application prep, it was college prep in many ways. My son was accepted early to his first choice Ivy League school.”

– Leah, parent

“Jenn was my counselor throughout the college application process, and she became an invaluable second pair of eyes whenever I lost sight of the purpose and message behind my essays. Although I applied as an Environmental Science major, Jenn took the time to truly understand me as a person beyond academics. She helped me shape my essays around my passion for music and culture while uncovering the deeper values that connected back to my interest in environmental science. Without her guidance, I would have easily lost that personal voice in the process."

- Samantha, Duke Kunshan University ‘30

“At the start of my college application process, I was lost and had no idea on where to start. Weekly meetings with Jennifer helped me build my resume and gave me hope of achieving great things. In these sessions, she always offered me advice on where to start and helped me brainstorm ideas for my writing. Not only did I gain a mentor, but I also gained a friend along the way, one that never doubted me, rather uplifted me :) I'm so excited to start college at Boston University in the Fall '26! Thank you BKT Education for the unwavering support and guidance along the way!!!"

- Wenxi, Boston University ‘30

“Jenn was an invaluable, hands-on resource for our college-bound son. She not only helped him stay organized and on track throughout the application process, but also guided him in crafting a personal statement that highlighted his unique blend of athletic achievements and passion for sports media. Thanks to Jenn’s support, he earned several competitive scholarships—including full tuition at his dream school. We truly believe Jenn made all the difference.  We have since recommended her services to numerous friends who have also had an excellent experience.”

- Andy, parent

“After Lucie did such great work helping our older son get accepted to all nine of the schools he applied to, it was clear that our younger son would also benefit from her advice.  While the older one had motivational challenges that Lucie helped him surmount, our younger son wasn’t as strong a writer, nor was he as well-informed about potential schools in his field or his own strengths, frankly.  Lucie helped him craft a cogent and concise case for himself, in his own voice, across all the essays and responses required by the schools he was interested in.  She also helped him schedule his effort applying to a number of public and private schools over varying timelines, in the U.S. and Canada.  As a result, our son was accepted by many of the schools he applied to, including one of his stretch schools to which he just recently committed.  We all couldn’t be more delighted!”

- Glenn, parent

“I began working with Jenn just two weeks before my application deadline, starting completely from scratch. Her expertise in Arts Administration master's programs and their criteria was invaluable, as I wouldn't have known what to do at all without her guidance. Thanks to Jenn, I was accepted to all four programs I applied to, including some with merit aid.”

- Kylie, MA Arts Administration

“My twin daughters worked with BKT Education to improve their college essays. Jenn helped them identify the aspects of their experiences to focus on, and asked probing questions so that they could give concrete examples to answer the prompts. Because of the limited word count, it was important to make each sentence count. Jenn helped them make their essays an authentic representation of their character and interests. They both got into their dream schools. Thank you Jenn and BKT!”

- Jenny, parent

"Lucie has been an incredible guidance counselor throughout my college application journey. I truly appreciate how she tailored her counseling to fit my specific needs, making everything feel more manageable and personalized. Her extensive knowledge and insightful advice have not only streamlined the process, but have also kept it engaging and fun."

- Luca , Villanova 29' 

“BKT Education was invaluable to me throughout the college application process. Jennifer helped me to refine my ideas and craft a cohesive narrative in my essays. Thanks to her help, I was able to get into my dream school and win multiple scholarships!”

– Colin, Princeton ‘28

“Through BKT Education, I worked with Jennifer on my college application essay as an aspiring Neuroscience major. Her professionalism, frequent check-ups, and careful analysis of my essays’ strengths and weaknesses greatly assisted me in the application process. Specifically with the essay, not only was I able to correct convention mistakes, but my essay became much more concise. Jennifer’s detailed analysis of my defining traits and future aspirations clearly correlated with what needed to be highlighted in my writing.”

– Jason, Georgia Institute of Technology, Neuroscience ‘28

“Working with BKT really helped my son focus and organize his search for the right college. His sessions with Lucie prompted him to reflect and to set up a system for comparing different programs and keeping track of their requirements. Lucie's feedback on his essay led to important revisions, and her guidance helped him understand how to build a reasonable list of potential schools. She was also very open to my questions as a parent. This consulting really helped ease my mind and gave my son more confidence in a process that can be so overwhelming.”

– Parent of college applicant ‘28

“As a first-generation student, I found myself becoming lost in the college application process. BKT Education helped me navigate the ins and outs of my personal statement, school-specific supplements, and the common app. After completing the twelve-session package, I had a complete understanding of what colleges were looking for in me as a student. BKT Education has been instrumental in getting me accepted to my top school.”

– Vincent, Boston University ‘27

“BKT Education boosted my graduate application to UC Davis. Jennifer and Lucie are very proactive teachers. They have provided me with a confident atmosphere since our first meeting and helped me to maximize my language skills by showing me the best way to express my thoughts with impact in my essays. They were always helpful, creative, collaborative, and were always aware of my process. Their background and experience make a perfect match to help students and enhance their abilities. I strongly recommend their work.”

– Isabela, University of California Davis graduate student ‘25

“I immediately felt understood by Jenn and Lucie, who both have a creative background. If you are hoping to study art, they will help you to create an application that is strong from both an artistic and academic perspective. Their genuineness, quick wit, and humor helped me through the initial stages of impostor syndrome and insecurity at sharing my first college essay draft, relaying my achievements, and describing my key traits. Through our work together, I gained great insight into the inner workings of college, what to expect from the application process, and practical advice. Not only did they help me forge a strong essay, prepare for interviews, brainstorm a solid tuition payoff plan, and prepare me for what to expect from life at university, they helped me to build my confidence.”

– Valery, Rhode Island School of Design student ‘26

“Thank you both for all your help. I truly believe you both helped M. do his very best in his applications.”

– Glenn, parent

“Working with BKT was a big part of my admissions success. Especially as an international student, they helped me understand the application format and content that universities look for. They provided me with comprehensive support across the entire application portfolio. From CV enhancement to video application suggestions, their work was outstanding. The difference between the drafts of my essays and their final versions was also impressive. Without a doubt, I highly recommend their support!”

– José, University of Chicago graduate student ‘26

“Jennifer and Lucie are fantastic teachers whose creativity and one-on-one teaching style form an unparalleled learning experience. I learned a plethora of skills from them that applied not only to college but to my entire future. Those abilities ranged from how to be persuasive in writing to how to critically evaluate sources. They showed me that my writing could persuade people to make a difference in the world. Thank you, Jennifer and Lucie!”

– Colin, Pre-College Seminar student

“They're really helpful, kind, and they know their stuff.”

– Hayden, University of Colorado Boulder student ‘25

“Jennifer and Lucie showed me a unique approach to writing my college essays and gave valuable feedback that I was unable to get from my English teacher or college counselor.”

– Tyler, Washington State University ‘25

“Jennifer and Lucie are excellent at making learning to write less daunting – and even enjoyable for their students. They provided my son with the support, structure, and strategies he needed to feel more comfortable in group discussions, to think more critically, and to write more effectively. They worked very collaboratively with us and were very open to any of our questions or concerns. My son said, ‘I wish school was like this! I’ve learned more in a couple of weeks at BKT than I have in a whole semester of virtual learning.’ His experience at BKT has made an incredible positive impact on him that will surely serve him well throughout his academic career, and beyond. We can’t thank you enough!”

– Jackie, parent

“Jennifer and Lucie provided invaluable guidance to my sons on their college applications. In particular, they provided an unmatched level of expertise and insight on what colleges are looking for on application essays and accordingly, valuable feedback on how to write compelling essays that catch their attention.”

– Chris, parent

“My session with Lucie was highly informative and even revelatory at points. She opened my eyes to new ways of framing my work that I had not thought of before, and, in the process, both championed my strengths as an applicant and pointed out areas of potential refinement. I highly recommend BKT Education to anyone looking to bring increased clarity and depth to their work."

– Chase, prospective graduate student