Testimonials

Tracy was an incredible help with college admissions. From late middle school advisory to the application process, she was key in influencing strategic decisions like what extracurricular activities to strengthen and what updates to send after applying. Without her guidance, I would not be attending Stanford University. She also helped me secure my acceptances to Brown, Duke (likely letter), Williams, Amherst, all the UCs (along with merit scholarships), and more. You can never start advising too early, and I cannot recommend her enough. I will soon finish my bachelor’s degree in economics and master’s degree in computer science at Stanford. I could not have imagined a better outcome.

Jared W., Tustin, CA

Tracy instilled an immeasurable amount of confidence in me since day one. She unconditionally supported my higher education aspirations. I found my voice in my writing and even developed stronger communication and time management skills from working with her. I truly appreciate her transparency throughout the process and her efficiency in acquiring resources necessary for me to make all decisions.

It’s now August, and I can’t help but think about how far I’ve come. It’s hard to believe I move into my dorm at the University of Michigan in three weeks! I would not be where I am today without Tracy’s perfect combination of charisma, organization, intelligence, patience, and shared enthusiasm for accomplishing my goals. To the lucky students who have Tracy’s guidance in the college application process, you are in such good hands!

Shannon M., Tustin, CA

Thank you so much for all the incredible work you have done with guiding Lana. She is now into week 2 of NYU (school of her dreams). We both could not have done it without you!!! Thank you is not enough to express our appreciation and gratitude. You are truly a gem!

Olga S., Anaheim Hills, CA

Thank you so much for helping guide me through one of the most stressful times of my life. Not only did you help me perfect my essays, but also help me seriously consider what I actually wanted from a school. You advised me to focus less on what was the most prestigious and more on what would BEST FIT ME. This gave me a completely different outlook and helped me choose the university that I knew I would HAPPIEST at. Because of you, I have been able to accomplish so much in the Leeds School of Business at CU Boulder. I have become a club president, an exec member of a business fraternity, an impact awardee and a Salesforce Administrator. None of which would have been possible if you hadn’t helped me so much along the way.

Carly S., Reno, NV

I can confidently say I would not be where I am today without Tracy’s guidance! When I first began working with her my junior year of high school, I felt completely overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin. Tracy helped break down everything into manageable steps and find my voice in my writing. She was willing to dedicate extra time discussing college options, reviewing my essays, and making sure every detail of my application was as strong as possible. Thanks to Tracy’s support, I was accepted to several of my top-choice schools, and I will be attending UC Berkeley in the fall to study chemical biology. I am truly grateful for Tracy’s dedication!

Pauline S., Los Angeles, CA

We had the pleasure of working with Tracy for our two daughters over the past 3 years. Tracy was a great guide for each of them and also took the load off of our shoulders by guiding the girls through the entire process. From creating a balanced college list, to multiple rounds of essay reviews, to application content review and deadlines, Tracy did it all and made it easy. I am proud to say that both of our daughters were admitted to EVERY SINGLE UNIVERSITY they applied to. Our first was accepted to 6/6 and our second went 8/8…even the more selective reaches she applied to. Tracy and Allegient receive our highest praise and recommendation for anyone looking for reasonable college guidance from a great guide and business owner. Both daughters will be together attending the University of Wisconsin. Go Badgers!!

Geoff H., San Clemente, CA

I was so lucky to have Tracy to help me through the college application process! Without her, that time of my senior year would have been so much more stressful. I went into the process having absolutely no idea what schools I wanted to apply to, but Tracy helped me choose a good list of schools to look at, and after her help researching them, I was able to come up with a list of schools I was proud to apply to. I feel that she really helped perfect my essays and feel confident in my applications. I’m so grateful!

Sarah Z. , South Pasadena, CA

I just wanted to say that I wouldn't even be remotely in this position (with already 5 acceptances) if it wasn't for your gracious help. Like seriously, you are making dreams come true for students like me everyday, and I really don't know what I would have done without you. I think I speak on behalf of all your students, but you are the true MVP. I promise I will never forget how much of a role you played in getting me into the industry and getting me into the right position to reach my life goals. Thanks you Tracy, bless your heart, and never give up on us crazy high schoolers.

Matt S., Irvine, CA

Tracy,
We wanted to say thank you! You made the experience of applying to college effortless for us. There were so many things that we didn’t know about the process. Your suggestions and guidance were extremely helpful to us as parents and to our son, Jake. Jake enjoyed working with you and never once complained about the assignments and deadlines you gave him. You did an amazing job of keeping Jake on track throughout the process which alleviated stress for all of us. Jake is looking forward to starting UCLA in the Fall and studying Electrical Engineering.

The Sherry Family, San Clemente, CA

Dear Tracy,
Thank you for supporting me this past year through the college application season. It would be an understatement to say that you made the process much easier for me because you made it a LOT easier. I didn't even know how to research colleges initially, and you showed me that. Also, through all my applications, you were patient and dedicated. You helped me perfect every single application, and I know that without your help, I would not have been able to write as many essays as I did. You were always there when I needed you and I am so glad we chose you as my college counselor. You're the best Tracy! Thank you for everything.

Vainavi, San Diego, CA

So much has changed since my husband and I applied to colleges in the late 8Os! We relied on Tracy so much to help guide our son Thomas through every aspect of the college application process, including his athletic recruiting. She has an amazing breadth of expertise, resources and knowledge, along with exceptional organizational skills, sage advice and buckets of patience. She helped us find great tutors and exposed Thomas to many schools he may have never considered. When Thomas starting working with Tracy as a sophomore, we thought it might be premature, but it turned out to be the best decision: it was instrumental in motivating him to work hard in high school to increase his options in college, and as a sophomore he still had plenty of time to keep moving his grades up. It also gave him more time to research and visit schools, and expanded his thinking and options about college, ultimately leading him to his “perfect fit” college. One of the best aspects of working with Tracy is that she forges great relationships with her students, and parents can step back while she takes over with deadline reminders, applications and essays. Thomas really enjoyed working with Tracy and we all appreciated having her as a middleman to reduce family stress! I strongly recommend Tracy without reservation. She is worth every penny and more.

Ingelisa K., Irvine, CA

Tracy,
Just wanted to send you a big thank you for all your efforts with Nathan. The information and continuity you provided over the last 2 years, your availability, communication, and professionalism surpassed my expectations and are very much appreciated.

Michelle D., Irvine, CA

Choosing a college for your child is one of the most important & stressful decisions families have to deal with. You really need someone who is a consummate professional, who knows all the deadlines, who can sort through public, private, state and UC schools and knows all the ins and outs. Tracy is that person! She cares deeply about your child's future and has years of experience getting kids placed in a college that is the right fit for them. She has an excellent track record and is an expert at placing kids at the top tier schools across the country. What is so special about Tracy is that she takes the time to develop her own trusting relationship with your child and keeps them on track and on task! Our family would not have survived this process without Tracy's expert guidance!

Valerie A, Agoura Hills, CA

Thank you so much for all your help throughout my college process! I could not have done it without you! You always went above and beyond to help me, and I am so glad to have found the perfect school for me! I'll always be grateful for your support!

Ava B., Los Angeles, CA

I would like to thank Tracy for leading me down a successful college pathway. She was very organized and did an outstanding job reminding me of deadlines, critiquing my essays, helping me find the perfect college match, and just being there to remind me it’ll all be worth it. She was very flexible and was always there when I needed to ask a question or just needed some advice. She was also very knowledgeable when it came to knowing about research programs and extracurricular activities a certain campus has. Overall, Tracy did an outstanding job assisting me, and I highly recommend her services to anyone seeking help tackling the stressful college application process.

Kylee B., Truckee, CA

We have been fortunate to have Tracy by our side for the past 2 years. She covered so many aspects of this process that we were not familiar with, and guided us to make the best decisions. Furthermore, she pushed us all to take steps that we would not have taken. And above all, Tracy motivated and encouraged our daughter, Amanda to work harder. Amanda loved working with Tracy and has gained much self confidence during this process.The result, Amanda received the acceptance letters from most universities that she applied. But for us, witnessing the joy on Amanda’s face for getting in her top choice was absolutely priceless. Making the investment with Tracy is well worth it and eventually the outcome will pay for itself. We strongly recommend hiring Tracy for anyone who needs help with this challenging process. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

Hamid and Zora K., Lake Forest, CA

Dear Tracy,
Thank you so much for all the hard work, time, and support you dedicated to help me with my college essays and elucidate the enigmatic application process. I realize that I asked so much of you, and I truly appreciate that you stuck with me and helped me overcome all the obstacles. I learned so much through the process, and I hope you gained some valuable experience and knowledge as well. I wish you all the best of luck with your counseling career and with all future endeavors.
Sincerely,
Milind
Miland, Irvine, CA

My family and I want to thank you for all of your support and guidance through the college admissions process. Professional, organized, and efficient, Tracy was able to gather my son's college requirements and ambitions and recommend colleges based on his GPA/SAT scores and my son's interest. She did a great job of helping him fine tune his essays and used various methods to communicate including phone, email and web portal. She also kept track of the application deadlines and followed up with my son to ensure everything was on schedule. We highly recommend her and look forward to our younger son being counseled by her.

Madhavi & Srini L., Irvine, CA

I owe a significant part of my success in the college preparation and application process to Tracy. Prior to working with her, I felt like applying to college was an impossible task, and I had no idea where to start. Working with Tracy helped me in every aspect, from deciding which schools to add to my Common App to writing and rewriting essays. From interviewing skills to reviewing financial aid offers, Tracy is well-versed and was able to provide me with all the necessary preparation and knowledge I needed to make informed and smart decisions. Her extensive knowledge for the academic world as well as her personal approach to college consulting creates a safe and resourceful platform for students and enables them to tackle the application process in its entirety.

Sophia S., Irvine, CA

Tracy Haferling is outstanding on all fronts. She’s professional, bright, assertive, funny and great to work with. For the past year, she has tutored my son in writing and counseled him through the early stages of college prep. She’s made outstanding suggestions about the most current, best rated interest assessments, organizational software and other college prep online materials. Her past teaching experience is clear; she’s adept at working with teenagers and keeping them on task, and they like her to boot. Tracy’s approach to college counseling has removed an enormous amount of stress from our lives. I know she has everything under control and will follow up with every detail. We look forward to working with her for several years to come. Our 7th grade daughter is next.

Marci W., Tustin, CA

This whole college process is intimidating and stressful, and Tracy has a unique ability to help make this process more manageable and less overwhelming. I didn’t know where to start, and Tracy was able explain various aspects of the process such as financial aid, college visits, SAT/ACT testing, etc. so that I felt more confident moving forward. It’s clear that she knows how to speak to teenagers and develops a strong rapport with them. Sometimes it’s hard to for us to get our kids to open up, but Tracy was able to get my son to share some of his aspirations that I didn’t even know he had. When she learned about some of his interests, she created a list of colleges and universities for us to visit that had both the athletic and academic infrastructures that he is looking for. She also provided us with valuable resources to make the most of those college visits and gave my son access to a customized account, which allowed him to communicate his thoughts about each college. I highly recommend Tracy to anyone looking for help with this tedious process.
Colette M., Aliso Viejo, CA

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