TESTIMONIALS

What others are saying

“Best Decision I’ve Ever Made”

“Working with Brandon was honestly the best decision I made during my college application process. I had strong grades and extracurriculars, but I didn’t know how to tell my story. Brandon helped me go deep—not just with my personal statement, but with how I positioned every part of my application.
He’s not just an editor—he’s a strategist, a coach, and someone who really cares. Every meeting pushed me to reflect and improve. When I opened my Stanford acceptance letter, I cried. I truly believe Brandon helped me show admissions who I really am.
If you’re aiming for a top school, EdAstra will give you the edge you didn’t know you needed.”

- Stanford '29

"From Overwhelmed to Accepted"

"I can confidently say that working with Brandon through EdAstra was the turning point in my college journey. As a high school senior juggling AP classes, extracurriculars, and the looming stress of applications, I felt completely overwhelmed. From our very first call, Brandon made me feel understood, supported, and—most importantly—capable.

He didn’t just help me write essays—he helped me

discover my story. His feedback was honest, strategic, and incredibly insightful. Every essay we worked on together felt more like a reflection of who I am. I truly believe that’s what made me stand out.

The best part? Brandon was always available—whether I needed last-minute edits or just someone to calm my nerves. Thanks to EdAstra, I’m now headed to my dream school with confidence and clarity about what I bring to the table.

If you’re even thinking about applying to competitive schools, don’t do it alone. EdAstra will change the way you approach this entire process."

- Jake Cho,

UCLA 28'

"Brandon didn’t just guide my daughter—

he believed in her."

As parents, we want the best for our children—but college admissions can leave even the most prepared students feeling lost.

Our daughter Mia was one of them. Smart, driven, and passionate about computer science, she had great grades and strong SAT scores. But as application season hit, she was overwhelmed—juggling essays, AP classes, and self-doubt. We could see her confidence slipping, and we didn’t know how to help.

Then we found EdAstra.

From the very first call, Brandon truly listened. He didn’t just assess Mia’s profile—he connected with her. Week by week, he helped her find her voice. Her essays became reflections of who she really is, and with Brandon’s thoughtful coaching, she found the confidence to tell her story.

The day she got into her dream school, she cried. And so did we. EdAstra didn’t just help Mia get into college—it helped her believe in herself again.

If you’re a parent considering support, I can’t recommend Brandon enough. He brought calm, clarity, and care to one of the most stressful times in our daughter’s life.

- Koeun Lee,

Los Angeles

"Brandon Helped Me Believe in My Story"

I used to think my background wasn’t “special enough” for top schools—until I worked with Brandon at EdAstra. He helped me uncover a story in my journey that I didn’t even realize was there. With his guidance, I transformed my messy drafts into essays I was truly proud of.

What really stood out was how strategic he was. Every suggestion had a purpose, and I could tell he understood what admissions officers are really looking for. Thanks to EdAstra, I didn’t just apply—I applied with confidence.

Now, I’m headed to my dream school. This process changed how I see myself.

Thank you, Brandon!

- Ethan Knifsend,

USC 2026