Kirsten Keels — College Admissions Coach · Avanza Education
Kirsten Keels, College Admissions Coach at Avanza Education
Admissions Specialist
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Kirsten
Keels

College Admissions Coach
Fulbright Research Award Recipient

Princeton alumna and Fulbright Fellow with a globally informed perspective. Helping students translate their unique stories into standout applications.

Princeton
University alumna
Fulbright
Research Fellow, South Korea
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Academic disciplines

Kirsten Keels is a College Admissions Coach at Avanza Education. A graduate of Princeton University with a B.A. in Music and minors in Ethnography and East Asian Studies, Kirsten brings a thoughtful, globally informed perspective to the college admissions process. She is also a recipient of the prestigious Fulbright Research Award, which supported her research in South Korea.

Kirsten works closely with students to develop compelling personal narratives and thoughtful college strategies. With a strong focus on authenticity and reflection, she helps students translate their academic interests, extracurricular experiences, and personal stories into meaningful applications that stand out to admissions committees.

Fulbright Fellow
Kirsten was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Research Fellowship to conduct research in South Korea — bringing a truly global lens to her coaching.

Ready to work with Kirsten?

Book a free consultation and take the first step toward your dream school.

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Education
Princeton University
B.A. in Music · Minors in Ethnography & East Asian Studies
Fulbright Research Award
Research Fellowship — South Korea
Specialties
College application strategy & personal narrative
College essays & storytelling
Activities positioning & academic narrative
Selective university applications
Fulbright Fellow
Kirsten was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Research Fellowship to conduct research in South Korea — bringing a truly global lens to her coaching.

Ready to work with Kirsten?

Book a free consultation and take the first step toward your dream school.

Book a session →