James Simon

James Simon

James Simon

Former Admissions Counselor at The University of Chicago
Former Admissions Counselor at Loyola University Chicago

1 year at The University of Chicago
3 years at Loyola University Chicago
6,000+ First Year and Transfer Applications Read and Evaluated

In addition to reading first-year and transfer admission applications at The University of Chicago and Loyola University Chicago, James earned a bachelor's degree and two master's degrees in Education from Loyola University Chicago.

These experiences provide him with the ability to guide families through the college application process with an emphasis on highlighting each student's true potential and innate curiosity.

With four years of experience in college admissions and over 10 years of experience serving as a college counselor at selective private high schools, James has partnered with over 1,000 families from all points on the national and global map. Additionally, he has participated on multiple college leadership boards providing admission and recruitment advice to national universities.

James brings his experience in college admissions, college counseling, and college advisory boards to help each student create a unique application to best support each student's goals.

Research Required to be a Successful Transfer Applicant

Research Required to be a Successful Transfer Applicant

By James Simon / 10/13/2025

Why Transferring to Selective Colleges Requires Strategy Many selective colleges and universities offer the opportunity to apply for fall and spring transfer admission. Transferring to selective colleges is competitive, requiring research, planning, and preparation. This 2024 Forbes article shows how many selective colleges are equally competitive for transfers as first year admissions, with many transfer…