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Hi! My name is Dane. I'm the founder of College Admissions Authority, and I am here to help you meet your educational goals. I have taught as a professor at UCLA and USC, and earned my Ph.D. from UCLA. I received my undergraduate degree in economics and physics from Duke University. I work with clients in the following areas.
• College Counseling: College matching, application strategy development, personal statement outlining and editing, activity sheet review, supplemental essay outlining and editing, interview preparation, major selection guidance
• Test Preparation: SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, ASVAB, CFA
• Mathematics: Algebra I/II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus/AP Calculus AB and BC, Vector Calculus, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Statistics/AP Statistics, Econometrics
• Sciences: Physics/AP Physics B and C, Chemistry/AP Chemistry, Biology/AP Biology, Thermodynamics/Statistical Mechanics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering
• Social Sciences and History: Macroeconomics/AP Macroeconomics, Microeconomics/AP Microeconomics, International Trade and Finance, AP U.S. History, AP European History, AP World History, AP Comparative Government and Politics, Research Design and Implementation
I've helped hundreds of clients--from high school students to working professionals--achieve their goals. I would love to work with you. Please contact me via phone or text at 949.556.7584 to discuss your educational needs. Follows is a sample of feedback I have received from clients:
Thank you for continuing to follow up with and encourage me. I never would have gotten into UC Berkeley without you. –Navid M., UC Berkeley
I feel like the luckiest person in the world that I found you! Selina came home from school crying about the negativity she was experiencing in the college application process. After her first meeting with you she was so relieved by your expert knowledge and calm demeanor. You came in, took charge, and I am happy and proud that Selina can now attend the college of her choice. –Tammy S. (parent), University of Washington
You blew me away, Dane. I thought my college essays were pretty good. But the way you broke the prompts down, dissected what I had written, and created a template for my personal statement showed me what true excellence is. Thanks so much for helping me get into my top choice college. –Minh T., UCLA
The transformation of Gabby’s attitude towards college through working with you has been wonderful to observe. You’re more than just a college consultant—you’re a mentor. –Dan M. (parent), USC
The college admissions process in the United States is very confusing to someone who has moved here from another country. You really did a great job taking me through the process. My whole family is so excited that I have the opportunity to go to college at a great school in the United States! Thank you for everything. –Jiahao X., University of California, Santa Barbara
You really boosted Delaney’s confidence by working with her. You’re hands down the best tutor in town! –Kelly G. (parent), St. Francis University
Thank you so much for working with me on the college admissions process. You were extremely patient, and I feel I’ve become a much better writer through working with you. –Akash A., University of Washington
I really appreciate your help and guidance with Alex. You have always gone the extra mile when needed and that is exceptional. –Paul E. (parent), Washington State University
You don’t know how awesome it is having someone who can cover everything until you've worked with Dane. First he saved my project. Then he saved my academic career. –Andrew S., Texas A&M
I never would have finished my dissertation without you, Dane. Thanks for everything, from one Ph.D. to another! –Trish G., University of California, Irvine
Thanks so much, Dane. Emma is really excited. Everything went so smoothly working with you. We can’t thank you enough!” –Kalie S. (parent), University of Colorado, Boulder
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