Aliesha Ibikunle

Aliesha Ibikunle

Aliesha Ibikunle

Former Assistant Director of Admission at Carnegie Mellon University

2 years in Carnegie Mellon University Admissions
5,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

After graduating from Carnegie Mellon University, Aliesha spent two years reading applications from domestic and international applicants for all seven colleges that make up Carnegie Mellon University. As part of her role, she traveled nationwide to major cities to meet with high school guidance counselors, juniors, and seniors to outline the competitive admission process, and advise on how to stand out.

She spent two years reading thousands of applications and conferring with colleagues over applications in the most competitive schools of Business, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science.

Her extensive experience as a tutor, Academic Counselor for English, along with her degree in English contribute to her ability to help students craft unique and distinct application essays as an Admission Consultant with Solomon Admissions.

Aside from college admissions, Aliesha continues to spend time tutoring students in English and helping students achieve their college goals.

Successfully Transferring to a Top College

Successfully Transferring to a Top College: Key Strategies

By Aliesha Ibikunle / 05/16/2025

Transferring to a top college is a competitive and challenging process, often more selective than applying as a freshman. With acceptance rates for transfer students at top 20 universities typically ranging between 2% and 5%, students must be strategic and intentional in their approach. Unlike first-year applicants, transfer students are evaluated primarily on their college…