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Ruchi S. Kothari, founder of IvyBound Consulting

Meet Ruchi S. Kothari

Education has been a passion of Ruchi’s and a thread that has tied her professions throughout her life. The quality and type of education, the comprehensiveness of curriculum, the best educators chosen, and the safety of our children have attracted her to this field. Ruchi has been elected to serve as a member of her town’s Board of Education and is an alumni interviewer for Northwestern University.

Being an educator, Ruchi brings immense college and high school admissions industry insight, and massive clarity and integrity into this process. She has helped many students through college and high school admissions through her one-on-one counseling.

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What We Do

One-on-one counseling, group coaching and targeted application support for students and families navigating admissions.

Private College Counseling

Private High School Counseling

Weekly Group Coaching

Initial Application Evaluation

Essay Review & Editing

Personalized Admissions Strategy Report

Last-Minute Application Review

Virtual Mock Interview

What Families Say

Reviews from parents who worked with IvyBound Consulting.

  • Columbia University crest
    Ruchi helped my daughter break out of the generic supplemental essay model that we found my daughter sliding into. Her feedback on that was indispensable and got to the heart of the purpose of the Common App and what is most effective for a personal statement.

    Parent · Columbia University

  • Yale University crest
    I don’t have enough words for what IvyBound Consulting and Ruchi have done for my daughter. She knows the industry and connects with students on a level that any parent would love. We are forever grateful to IvyBound Consulting and would highly recommend them to anyone seeking college application services.

    Parent · Yale University

  • Princeton University crest
    I requested a consultation with Ruchi to ask basic questions, get an understanding and try to map it out myself. I immediately felt calm, connected, and acquired lots of information. Shortly after leaving her office, I realized that I couldn’t do this process without her nor want to.

    Parent · Princeton University

  • Cornell University crest
    Ruchi’s ability to connect with my son and guide him is what led to him making the Ivy League. With Ruchi’s guidance on essays, applications, and external activities, my son’s probability of getting into Cornell increased tremendously. She was always available for my son at every level.

    Parent · Cornell University

  • University of Pennsylvania crest
    Ruchi’s insight into the entire college application process took a load off me when my daughter was applying for colleges. She gave excellent advice regarding the whole college interview process. She is an excellent resource for guiding students through the college application process.

    Parent · University of Pennsylvania

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology crest
    Ruchi made the college application process go smoothly and calmed my son when he experienced stress and anxiety. I loved how she reviewed the essays with such passion and thorough explanations. She guided my son as if it were her own child applying. She is very passionate about her work and students.

    Parent · Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  • Stanford University crest
    Ruchi was exceptional in helping my son showcase his activities by reviewing all his activities and making recommendations on what was lacking and what the next steps were. It was the true partnership of Ruchi that helped my son unlock his full potential.

    Parent · Stanford University

  • The University of Arizona crest
    Ruchi is highly resourceful, timely, and qualitatively productive sessions in every single interaction and communication with Ruchi. Personal attention to students, very responsive, attention to detail, summer internship planning, and tips to stand out from the rest of the applications.

    Parent · The University of Arizona

  • Harvard University crest
    Ivybound Consulting and Ruchi were instrumental in my son’s Ivy League acceptance. Her guidance on essays, applications, and activities greatly improved his chances at Harvard. I highly recommend Ruchi for her industry knowledge and student connection. We are forever grateful.

    Parent · Harvard University

  • Northwestern University crest
    Thank you for helping my daughter through the interview process and preparing her for her mock interviews at the colleges of her choice. She got in. Thanks for explaining the financial aid process and how to potentially get more aid than the college promised. We are grateful.

    Parent · Northwestern University

  • Duke University crest
    As a single mom, I want to hold onto the special relationship I have with my son. I want these last two years to be as harmonious as possible. Having someone qualified, intelligent, and thoughtful will help keep the peace. Thank you. My son could not be in better hands.

    Parent · Duke University

  • Tufts University crest
    The most helpful thing for me was the detailed list of questions, and doing the mock interview and hearing ways I can improve my answers to certain questions. Ruchi definitely helps in time management and starts your essays early so you aren’t stressed about deadlines and run out of time.

    Parent · Tufts University

  • Villanova University crest
    Thank you Mrs. Ruchi Kothari for sitting with my sister and me and giving us useful insight about the college process, SAT tips, etc. We also created a planned schedule filled with SAT dates, AP Exams, and more so it allows us to have ample time to prepare and do our best.

    Parent · Villanova University

Ruchi S. Kothari

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