"Whether applying to undergraduate schools, study abroad programs, or graduate schools, ACS was always there to help--preparing me for standardized tests, walking me through my college applications, and helping me to write compelling admissions essays. Mr. Coakley walked me through the…

College and Law School guidance

Jon Piron

J.D/MBA, Boston College, 2013
B. A. Boston University

"The college admission process is more competitive than ever. Whenever family friends ask for advice on how to earn admission to a top university, without hesitation, I suggest that they take time to speak with my mentor and friend, Mr. Clarence Coakley. Many college counselors can give general…

Harvard and Beyond

Eric Glyman
A.B., Harvard, 2012

Co-Founder, CEO Ramp

Co-Founder, Paribus

"I can honestly say that the environment Mr. Coakley created in his courses were some of the most intense learning experiences that I have faced throughout all of my schooling. The intimate class sizes of 6 to 8 students always allowed for personal interaction with all of his students. He also…

Engineering Mgt for Life

Devin Ritholz
B.S. Engineering & Management Science
Southern Methodist University

Executive Director, Corporate Solutions, MGM Resorts
Former: Accenture, Systems Integration- SAP CRM

"When I was about to enter high school, I realized that I had little direction and that school alone wouldn’t be enough to reach my highest potential. I met with Mr. Coakley at ACS and immediately had faith that he could help me not only achieve my goals but also uncover what potential goals…

Army, Engineering, & Fitness for a Lifestyle

Kyle Clarke
Captain, US Army (Ret.)
B.S. Engineering, Washington University, St. Louis

Kyle Clarke

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