Peer-to-Peer College Guidance
Steinbuks Admissions Consulting
Navigate the modern college admissions process with guidance from someone who just mastered it. Real insights, recent success, peer-driven strategy.
The Peer Advantage
Why learn from someone who just walked the path?
As a high school senior who recently gained admission to top universities, I offer something traditional consultants can't: a genuine understanding of your experience and the most current insights into what works.
- Teenagers often connect better with peers—it just feels more natural
- I have a recent, firsthand perspective on the admissions process
- Fresh insights on what seemed to resonate with admissions teams
- Relatable guidance without the pressure or intimidation

Rafael Steinbuks
Class of 2026
Consulting Packages
Find the Right Fit for You
Build your foundation early with strategic planning and activity guidance.
- Personalized academic roadmap
- Extracurricular strategy session
- Course selection guidance
- Early college list brainstorm
- Email follow-up support
Strategic planning for 9th-11th graders to find meaningful extracurriculars, apply to summer internships, and build a standout high school resume.
- Activity audit & gap analysis
- Summer program recommendations
- Internship application support
- Resume building workshop
- Leadership positioning tips
Your most important year. Get comprehensive support when it matters most.
- Complete application strategy
- College list development (15+ schools)
- 2 essay brainstorming sessions
- Testing timeline planning
- Activity list optimization
- Monthly check-in calls
Individual Services
Essay Review
Detailed feedback on any single essay
Mock Interview
Practice session with real-time coaching