“Dr. Castilla is a true expert as a college counselor & a first rate professor. The immense range of skills that I gained under his guidance have facilitated my success, shaped my character and are serving me well at Harvard. With gratitude and sincerity, I can say Dr. Castilla changed my life.”
— Mentee, Harvard (BA & JD)
High energy and on-trend, Dr. Alexander Castilla's approach to college counseling is ambitious, assertive, & creative. For over 15 years, he has consistently provided the highest quality consulting services to discerning families. Dr. Castilla does this by applying his skills and expertise as a professor and published writer to his work as a college counselor.
Families working with Dr. Castilla have special access to fully customized & bespoke services. Parents deeply appreciate his straightforward approach and innovative strategies.
Under his guidance, students have gained acceptance into a broad range of highly selective and elite colleges that are a great fit.
“We are in disbelief! Jamie got into Brown, Penn, Dartmouth, and Cornell (transfer option), and was waitlisted at Yale. Thank you for all your help!!”
ABOUT
Alexander Castilla holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University and a Masters degree from New York University. An authoritative and accomplished strategist, he’s worked with and has been professionally trained by Admissions Officers from Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Brown, Penn, Dartmouth, Georgetown, Chicago, and MIT.
Dr. Castilla has led college essay writing workshops in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and China.
As a professor, scholar and writer, Dr. Castilla authored the book, Re-imagining European Identity Politics in the 21st Century. The United Nations, UNESCO, the US Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, and prestigious American & European NGO's have supported and recognized his contributions in higher education.
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES 2019-2024
*Dr. Castilla's students have gained acceptance into the following universities, including:
1. Columbia University
2. Princeton (2)
3. Cornell (3)
4. Duke
5. Oxford
6. Brown
7. Georgetown
8. Berkeley
9. Dartmouth
10. Northwestern
11. University of Pennsylvania
12. Notre Dame
13. University of Michigan (4)
14. University of Texas, Austin
15. Boston University (5)
16. University of Toronto (3)
17. Tufts
18. University of Wisconsin, Madison (3)
19. Penn State (5)
20. Ohio State University (4)
21. University of Minnesota (4)
22. University of Indiana, Bloomington (5)
23. Florida State
24. Rutgers (3, 1 Honors)
25. University of Pittsburgh (4)
26. University of Maryland (3)
27. University of Miami (3)
28. Clemson (2)
29. Baylor
30. Texas A&M
31. Pepperdinev(2)
32. Emerson (2)
33. Brandeis
34. Temple (2)
35. Vassar
36. Babson
37. Syracuse (2)
38. American University (4)
39. George Washington University (3)
40. McGill (2)
41. Wellesley (2)
42. Georgia Tech
43. William and Mary
44. Wake Forest (2)
45. Boston College
46. Emory
47. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
48. University of Southern California
49. NYU (3)
50. Northeastern (6, 1 Honors)
+ Many more!
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Dr. Castilla has also mentored students who have gone on to intern and work for the public and private good at the US Congress, US Chamber of Commerce, Teach for America, US State Department, United Nations, Oxford University Press, Peace Corps, Boston Children’s Hospital and leading Wall Street and Silicon Valley firms.
Since 2014, as an alumni representative, Dr. Castilla has coached students & alumni at Columbia University's Center for Career Education and has led young professionals who have gone on to shape the world in STEM, higher education, the arts, law, entrepreneurship & business.
“As an Asst. Dean & Asst. Director of undergraduate admissions at Princeton, Johns Hopkins and NYU, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many talented professionals in higher education. Alex stands out for his ability to connect with the students and increase their confidence.
He is a fantastic counselor who teaches students how to use their voices in an impactful way. Alex can effectively help a student develop their academic interests, engage in unique extracurricular and leadership activities, strengthen their personal qualities, and ultimately, position them to get into the best schools possible.”
“Under my guidance, families are able to maintain a healthy peace of mind so that their kids can focus on getting accepted into selective universities that are an outstanding fit.
As a trusted source for families and with an authoritative insight on college admissions, I’m eager to share my expertise and help your child succeed!”
“Dear Alex, Thanks for all your help throughout my college application process. I really could not have done what I have without your help!
I got into RISD, Cornell, Wellesley, William and Mary, and Princeton. Again, thanks for all your help!!”
Since 2007, Dr. Castilla’s students have gained admission into highly selective American universities that are an outstanding fit, including:
INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITIES
“Incredibly helpful, Dr. Castilla’s coaching was beneficial and irreplaceable. I am honored to have worked with him.”
“Alex’s guidance was direct, thoughtful, and helped my writing become clearer, stronger and more engaging. Getting the acceptance letter has been a game changer and I strongly recommend his work. Thanks, Alex!””
“Dear Alex, I have heard back from colleges, and have decided to go to Brown. Again, thank you so much for helping me during the college process! ”
“Alex’s direct approach helped me to reach my goal of getting into graduate school. My application showed my true self, and I got into my first choice, the University of Pennsylvania!”
“Alex is an expert in college counseling who continuously provides winning advice for students and families around the world!”
“Alex was a real blessing when I applied to law school. He’s truly versed in many disciplines and has a great deal of knowledge about college admissions. ”