About Carrie

Carrie Lyndrup began her professional career in the field of college admissions at the College of Charleston. As Director of Freshman Admissions, Carrie’s duties included counseling prospective students and parents, providing insight on the admission process, and making final admission decisions for thousands of freshman applicants each year. Moving to New Jersey afforded Carrie the opportunity to work for Princeton University as an application reader.

Carrie’s background in “behind the scenes” college admissions brings a unique advantage to her practice, adding a special professional edge that few educational consulting practices can offer clients. In her practice, Carrie guides students who are interested in domestic and international college/university placement.

She is a professional member of Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), and Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC).

About Lori

Lori Atkinson has served in higher education for nearly 20 years working in public and private universities.  She began her career in college admissions at the College of Charleston after her graduation. As a member of the CofC admissions office, Lori quickly became well versed in application reading and student recruitment. 

Lori served as Associate Director of Admissions at Southern Methodist University while pursuing her Master's degree in Liberal Studies.  Her responsibilities also included overseeing the entire campus visit experience.  Lori is passionate about helping families navigate the application process, and she relishes the opportunity to connect students to the school that fulfills and exceeds their expectations. While Lori is astute in the college application process, she has a particular talent for critical essay review and interview coaching.