Testimonials

These clients had their dreams come true and are on their way to acquire and realize new dreams.

  • Working with Daniel throughout my college application process has been one of the most helpful and rewarding experiences I’ve ever had.

    Our mentorship started during the fall of my junior year in high school, where we worked together to apply to summer programs that I would be interested in. From the onset, his resilience and skill as a consultant showed. He would revise my essays for many competitive programs: MITES from MIT, SAMS from Carnegie Mellon, and YYGS from Yale. And I’m grateful to say that I was able to attend YYGS with Daniel’s help.

    So by the time college applications opened, I trusted Daniel to guide me through the admittedly-complicated process and to critique my essays. Not only did he provide auspicious feedback and give me examples of his own personal statements when I was writing my own, he also tried connecting me with friends attending colleges where I was interested in applying. He worked with me for months on end, editing my essays and making sure that I succinctly phrased my thoughts. And like most people, I was at a complete loss at some points. When that happened, Daniel asked me thought provoking questions to get my ideas on paper again. He was incredibly patient and always responded to my messages promptly. Thanks to him I'm now an undergraduate at Johns Hopkins University studying chemistry and english.

- Charles

Dear Dr. Berkowitz,

I just wanted to write to inform you that I got accepted into BU Rise! Thank you so much for all the help!

- Alice

I just wanted to thank you for everything you have done for Isabel.

We are indebted to you for your guidance, support and as Isabel puts it, your cheering for her success. 

- Priya

Hi Daniel,

A huge “Thank You” to you. Your timely help, guidance & support is greatly appreciated. 🙏

Your expertise input & navigation in shaping Ashley’s academics pathway has been invaluable and impactful.

Yes, we are very happy with UCB acceptance and been fortunate to commit right away.

Currently, we are enjoying the moment. Thank you very much for playing an important role and patiently guiding us along the way.

We will stay in touch! Please add us in your growing linkedin connections :)

  • With Daniel at my side, the college application process went from a daunting task looming closer and closer to a manageable and surprisingly gratifying experience. Previously I had worked with Cosmic Consulting for tutoring in various subjects, so when I reached out for assistance in the college process, they were ready to help even during the last semester of junior year, as I just started thinking about my future. Daniel was able to help me with anything and everything, starting with narrowing down my list, applying for summer programs(eventually settling on the prestigious MOSTEC program run by MIT), writing essays, editing essays, editing them again, editing them for the who knows how many times, and when my essays were finally ready, his help continued with crafting a portfolio, preparing for interviews, and applying for scholarships. But arguably more important than his vast array of expertise in the process is his patience in guiding me through the various stages of the college process.

    Despite my confusion and indecisiveness, Daniel was able to easily identify precisely what I wanted to say and always had suggestions to point me in a direction that best suited me. Thanks to him, I’m now going to be attending the school of Engineering at Columbia University studying electrical engineering and computer science.

  • Whether it was because of multiple alums in my family, my Mom always talking about their amazing computer science program, or the US news rankings, CMU was always just instilled into my brain as the place I needed end up at. While my end goal was picture clear, I never thought about the steps that would be required to reach this goal of mine. As years went by, I never focused much on academia or had any idea how to even put together a somewhat cohesive portfolio representing myself for world-class universities to judge me on. When the common app finally opened up that fall of senior year, it hit me that I had no clue what I was actually doing. That is when I started looking for help and found Dr. Berkowitz. He single-handely revamped my entire application to another level I couldn't have even imagined.

    On top of just helping me with my school specific supplemental essays, he greatly bosltered my personal info section, helped rewrite a completely new and improved personal statement, and even greatly improved my overall writing and literature abilities. When CMU decisions finally, came out, second to my parents, the first person I told this news to was Dr. Berkowitz, because without his help, I honestly would have never stood a chance in the modern hyper-competitive world of college admissions. Through his help I have now just finished my first year at Carnegie studying ECE and Electronic Music. He also helped me get into NYU, UW Madison, Rutgers Honors, and full rides to Binghamton and Stony Brook.

    - Shawn

- Aarav

Dr. Daniel Berkowitz is incredible!

His feedback took my essay to the next level, helping me refine my ideas and highlight my unique voice.

Thanks to his guidance, I got into my college of choice. Highly recommend him for anyone looking to improve their writing and stand out.

UT Austin

- Fatima

Hello, Dr. Berkowitz! Thank you so much for your support over these past few months.

It definitely was a hectic time, and your help made it so much less stressful. I’m excited to share that I’ve been accepted into Cornell! Again, I really appreciate all your guidance.

- Rak

My family and I are incredibly grateful to Dr. Daniel Berkowitz for all of his assistance throughout the college application process.

He took the time to understand me, both as a student and an individual, in order to recommend schools that would be a good match. His insightful feedback on my essays helped me present my story in a more powerful and compelling way. Thanks to Dr. Berkowitz’s guidance and dedication, I was able to get into my dream school!

T20 private research university admit

- Abigail

You have been so patient with Abigail and worked with her to finish the essays. You have been constant support for her without much pressure.

You truly put her thoughts in the essays in an impressive way. I know that she couldn’t have done without you. She got into multiple UCs for CE, ME and Robotic Engineering.

- Anika

OMG DANIEL I GOT INTO CARNEGIE 

  • To be honest, it caught me a bit off guard since I was expecting the decision to be released in early December, however, it was worth all the emotions I felt until opening the letter of my acceptance. 

    Though I can never thank you enough, this is for sure I would have never made it if I didn’t have your guidance and support. All the efforts and time you spent delivering an outstanding essay played a huge role in getting accepted. I am so happy and beyond thankful! I just wanted to share this moment with you as you had a huge contribution towards it. I hope our paths cross again in the future to learn more from you. 

    Wishing you all the best in the world, as you literally deserve it :)

    - Zahra (George Washington University)

- Leonard

During my MBA application process, I never once doubted the fact that I would have a successful outcome, and that was entirely thanks to Cosmic's help.

They worked with me every step of the way in my application, making sure that every single line of my essays and resume were all perfectly tailored to present me in the best possible light. I received admission to NYU Stern's MBA program with a large merit-based scholarship, and I wouldn't have done it without Cosmic.

NYU Stern, MBA

- Div

Working with Daniel on my college applications was a great experience.

He didn’t just guide me through the process of essay writing — he took the time to understand who I was and help me tell my story in a way that was authentic and powerful.

His support went beyond essays; he was a mentor and motivator during a very stressful time and thanks to his thoughtful advice, I submitted an essay that genuinely reflected me and my interests. I’m incredibly grateful for his guidance and highly recommend his advice to those navigating the college admission process!

Carnegie Mellon University

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