Matt Waldman loves helping students and their families make amazing decisions during their college application process – especially when it comes to discovering the right college! 

He received his B.S. in Journalism from Ohio University and an M.Ed in Higher Education from Harvard University. Matt has a certification in College Counseling from Columbia University’s Teachers College. Additionally, he has served as an Associate Director of College Advising at Kingswood Oxford School in West Hartford, CT and Senior Director of College Services at The Steppingstone Foundation in Boston, MA, where he created and directed a college advising program serving 480 students each year. Matt has also presented at national and regional conferences on the topics of nonprofit management, essay writing, and connecting to college admissions offices. His writing has been published by New Directions in Higher Education, a professional journal for the higher education field. 

During his 14 years of working with students and families on their college journey, Matt has worked with a diverse population. From musical theater talents seeking a spot in B.F.A. programs to student-athletes and to those pursuing all types of academic programs, Matt has seen a variety of student interests and specialized application processes. What he finds most critical in this work is understanding the unique needs, wants, and experiences of each student he serves. To do this, Matt loves asking thoughtful questions that create fun, informative discussions.

Originally from Ohio, Matt is a huge Cleveland sports fan, but also has a deep affinity for all dogs, great tacos, and live music.