Joe S.
Expert College Admissions Guide for High School Students
Studied at University of California, Berkeley
Works at Slater Admissions Advising
Not currently taking new clients
Joe’s College Qualifications
Coaches professionally
70+ people coached for College
I spent almost a decade working in different realms of higher education, serving as a Division 1 baseball coach, administrator, fundraiser, and admissions guide. I have extensive experience in what it takes to gain entry into some of the most selective public and private schools in the country and specialize in athletics and NCAA eligibility, having worked in coaching, administration, and admissions for athletics at the University of San Francisco, University of the Pacific, and the University of California, Berkeley.
Joe can help with:
Editing
Recommendations
Interviews
Ding Analysis
Waitlist Strategy
School Selection
Secondary Review
Application Strategy
Essays
Resume
About Joe
I provide private, one-on-one college advising for high school students who are looking to enroll in universities. I guide you through this important and complex process from start to finish. Each applicant is provided a custom admissions roadmap tailored to match students with the right college. My goal is to take the pressure off families and to introduce new and innovative choices that provide applicants with the experience they want while setting them up for a bright future.
Why do I coach?
I help guide students through the admissions and recruiting process because college was such a life-changing experience. I attribute every bit of success in my professional and personal life to the lessons I learned on the baseball field and in the classroom during those four years at Sonoma State. My experience led me to opportunities to travel the world (for free!), taught me how to deal with failure, showed me the power of hard work and determination, and introduced me to all of my life-long friends. I work hard every day to provide that experience to as many young people as possible.
Work Experience
Business Owner
Slater Admissions Advising
January 2022 - Present
I started a private practice as a college admissions advisor, personally working with every student through every piece of the application process. Together, we complete college lists, essays, applications, letters of recommendations, extracurriculars, and anything else that arises. I help take the stress out of what can be a very difficult time for many students and families.
College Planner
The College Planning Center
April 2021 - January 2022
I worked as a college planner for a company specializing in undergraduate admissions advising. I worked with students of all types to find best fits, create application plans, and write essays and complete applications from start to finish.
Admissions/Operations/Fundraising
University of California, Berkeley
August 2017 - April 2021
I held numerous roles at UC Berkeley from operations to fundraising to admissions. My final role was as the liaison between the athletics department and admissions office. I helped evaluate and advise incoming student-athletes on their applications and assisted them writing and submitting Personal Insight Questions.
Baseball Coach
University of the Pacific
August 2015 - August 2017
I served as Assistant Coach for University of the Pacific Baseball for two years. My responsibilities included leading all recruits through the admissions process, navigating the application, admissions, NCAA eligibility, medical eligibility, housing, and much more.
Director of Operations
University of San Francisco
May 2014 - August 2015
I served as Director of Operations for the USF Baseball Team. In that role, I supported recruiting activities for all incoming students.
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Certificate, College Advising
2020 - 2021
I earned my Certificate in College Advising and Career Planning from UC Berkeley while simultaneously working in the Cal Athletics Department. I served as a liaison between the coaches, department and Undergraduate Admissions office helping read transcripts, applications and essays, and working with incoming students to obtain admissions in the highly competitive atmosphere at UC Berkeley.
Fresno Pacific University
Master's, Kinesiology/Education
2014 - 2015
I earned my Master's Degree while working as a Division-1 baseball coach and Director of Operations. This degree was designed to teach best practices for helping students navigate the strenuous life as a college student and athlete.
Sonoma State University
Bachelor's, History
2004 - 2009
I attended Sonoma State University as an undergrad. I majored in History, but my main purpose was playing baseball! I chose Sonoma State because it was constantly ranked as one of the best Division 2 schools in the country. During my time there, we were ranked #1 in the Nation, compiled a 26-game win streak, and went to the semi-finals of the College World Series.