Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Senior Study Abroad Counselor & Visa Specialist

USA Canada UK Australia Europe

With over 12 years of experience in international education counseling, Dr. Mitchell has successfully guided 800+ students to their dream universities across North America, Europe, and Australia. Her expertise spans university selection, application strategy, visa counseling, and scholarship planning.

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About Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Professional Background

Dr. Mitchell holds a Ph.D. in International Education from Stanford University and has worked with prestigious institutions including Harvard Extension, University of Toronto, and Imperial College London. She has trained over 50 counselors and developed admission strategies with a 94% success rate.

Countries & Regions Supported

Specializes in USA (Ivy League, Top 50 Universities), Canada (UofT, UBC, McGill), UK (Russell Group), Australia (Go8), and select European programs including Germany, Netherlands, and Switzerland.

Admissions Strengths

  • Strategic university selection based on profile analysis
  • Essay and SOP development with proven frameworks
  • Scholarship planning and financial aid optimization
  • Interview preparation for competitive programs

Visa Counseling Expertise

Expert in F-1 (USA), Study Permit (Canada), Tier 4 (UK), and Student Visa Subclass 500 (Australia) applications. 98% visa approval rate with comprehensive file preparation, mock interviews, and documentation guidance.

Student Success Highlights

  • 150+ students admitted to Ivy League universities
  • $4.2M+ in scholarships secured for students
  • 95% of students receive their first-choice university offer

Counseling Philosophy

"Every student has a unique story. My approach focuses on authentic self-presentation, strategic positioning, and long-term career alignment. I believe in empowering students with knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their global education journey."

Expertise & Specializations

University Selection Strategy
Program / Major Guidance
SOP / Essay Review
Scholarship Planning
Visa File Preparation
Interview Coaching
Document Review
Pre-departure Support
Parent Consultation
Career Alignment

Counseling Services Offered

Profile Evaluation

Comprehensive assessment of academic profile, test scores, extracurriculars, and career goals to identify strengths and improvement areas.

  • Academic analysis
  • Competitiveness review
  • Gap identification

$150 / session

1:1 Counseling Sessions

Personalized guidance sessions covering application strategy and step-by-step planning.

  • 60-minute sessions
  • Customized roadmap
  • Action plan delivery

$200 / session

University Shortlist Creation

Strategic selection of Dream, Target, and Safety universities based on your profile.

  • Detailed research
  • Program matching
  • ROI analysis

$300 / package

Essay / SOP Review

Professional feedback on SOPs, personal statements, and supplemental essays.

  • Structure guidance
  • Content optimization
  • Multiple revisions

$250 / essay

Visa File Coaching

Complete visa application support including documents and mock interviews.

  • Document checklist
  • Mock interviews
  • Q&A preparation

$400 / package

Scholarship Research

Identification and application support for scholarships, grants, and financial aid.

  • Opportunity research
  • Eligibility matching
  • Application guidance

$350 / package

Student Success Stories

Rahul Sharma
Rahul Sharma
MIT, Computer Science

"Dr. Mitchell's guidance was instrumental in my MIT admission. Her essay feedback transformed my application and helped me secure a $40K scholarship. Her visa coaching gave me the confidence I needed!"

Priya Patel
Priya Patel
University of Toronto, MBA

"Working with Dr. Mitchell was the best decision I made. She helped me craft a compelling narrative for my MBA application and guided me through every step. Got into Rotman with a merit scholarship!"

Arjun Menon
Arjun Menon
Imperial College London, MSc

"Dr. Mitchell's expertise in UK admissions is unmatched. She helped me navigate the UCAS system and prepared me perfectly for my interview. Her support continued even after my acceptance!"

Ready to Start Your Study Abroad Journey?

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Sarah Mitchell and take the first step towards your dream university.