Our Model
Dual-counselor approach combines the expertise of a college counselor who is a former admissions officer and an essay editor, allows us to provide the most professional consulting services and effective communication throughout the application process.
- The Counselor/Assistant Essay Editor: former admissions officer with extensive experience in the field, brings invaluable expertise and insight into the admissions process, provides guidance on building a competitive profile, selecting suitable universities, and navigating the application process.
- Essay Editor: Background in writing and rich experience in college admission writing.
Our Logic
We understand that there is no one-size-fits-all formula for top schools. Instead, we believe in creating personalized strategies tailored to each student's unique characteristics and strengths. By identifying and emphasizing the student's application theme, we help them craft a compelling narrative that aligns with their chosen schools.
To provide such a service, BosonEd relies on a team of senior, professional, and service-minded counselors. Our counselors possess in-depth knowledge of the admission and processes of selective schools. They are skilled in quickly and accurately understanding the unique characteristics of each applicant and developing customized application planning strategies that align with their individual themes.
85% students have been admitted to their top three choice schools.
97% students have been admitted to top 45 colleges.
Our Advantages
BosonEd has received multiple industry awards, and its founder, Katia Qianqiao Hua, has been interviewed by the media numerous times. Since 2017, BosonEd has been a member of the International Association for College Admission Counseling (IACAC). In 2021, it also became a member of the Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA) and the Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling (PACAC). With a commitment to professionalism and responsibility, BosonEd has earned widespread recognition and acclaim.
Insider Insight from a Former Admissions Officer: Cracking Each Student's "Admission Formula"
Getting into a top school starts with understanding what admissions officers are really looking for, something most college counselors simply haven't experienced firsthand. Our founder, Katia, spent years working inside admissions offices at both private and public universities, rising from admissions officer to director of admissions. She's also a member of IACAC (International Association for College Admission Counseling) and HECA (Higher Education Consultants Association). That insider experience lets her read each student clearly — their age, academic stage, goals, personality — and build a personalized plan around them. No two students ever get the same "application formula."
Two Advisors, One Student: Real Attention, Not Just a Service
Every student works with two dedicated advisors. A college counselor: a former admissions officer, builds out the overall strategy to make the application as competitive as possible. An essay counselor, graduates of a top universities with rich experience in both education counseling and writing, helps turn the student's essays into their strongest asset. We believe that educational consulting is, above all, a service. That's why we make sure give every student real, undivided attention. It's this kind of close, ongoing relationship that builds trust, makes the process genuinely enjoyable, provide an exceptional application experience, and sets students up for what comes next.
From Strategy to Execution
Successful college admissions counseling requires both thoughtful planning and flawless execution. Plenty of families understand what needs to happen, but when it comes time to actually get it done, a lack of resources or hands-on experience can turn a 90-point plan into a 60-point outcome. At BosonEd, we have an extensive network of resource and partnerships to close that gap, so our plans don't just sit on paper. We see them through, making sure a 100-point plan becomes a 100-point result.
Our Counselors
Katia
I left my home country as a teenager and pursued my education abroad. Over the past decade, I have dedicated my career to the field of education, working in various roles that have equipped me with the knowledge and expertise needed for education consulting. Throughout my professional journey, I've come to recognize the importance of not only guiding students through the college admissions process but also helping them discover their aspirations for the future. That's the major reason why I founded BosonEd.
Founder and Counselor at BosonEd
Associate Director of Admission and Recruitment
Bard College& Bard Academy at Simon’s Rock
Admission Reader
University of Missouri
Credential Evaluator & Research Associate
World Education Services
Master of Arts in Political Science
University of Missouri, Columbia
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism/Politics
Tufts University/Lomonosov Moscow State University
Debra
Debra has been a private admissions consultant and application essay specialist for over twenty years. Her background as a Columbia University writing instructor and Admissions Workshop Leader gives her the language and method to show high -performing and motivated applicants how to communicate clearly and confidently with the admissions committee. She has assisted hundreds of applicants who have been accepted to Ivy League and other highly selective under graduate and graduate programs.
Essay Counselor at BosonEd
College Admissions Workshop Leader
Columbia University
Creative Writing Instructor
Columbia University
BFA in Creative Writing
MFA in Theater
Columbia University
Sonya
Originally from Houston, Texas, Sonya received a degree in English Language and Literature with Honors from the University of Chicago. After several years in nonprofit communications, she took the leap into freelance writing and journalism and has written for outlets like the Guardian, Wired Magazine, and Bay Nature Magazine.
Essay Counselor at BosonEd
Writer and Editor
The Guardian
Assistant Editor Times Magazine
BA with Honors in English Language and Literature
University of Chicago
Rebeca
Rebeca received her PhD in English at the University of Chicago. Over the last eight years, she has taught undergraduate coursework and has worked with hundreds of college students on essay writing, analytical reading, research, and career development in academia.
Essay Counselor at BosonEd
Lecturer
University of Chicago, English Language & Literature
Humanities Teaching Fellow
University of Chicago
PhD
University of Chicago
Emily
Emily earned an honors degree in Literary Arts from Brown University. During her time at Brown, she tutored in writing and later transitioned into a professional education consultant role. Emily has successfully guided over 60 students to gain admission to top 50 colleges.
Essay Counselor at BosonEd
Mentor
Ambition Go to College
BA in Literary Arts (Honors)
Brown University
