2023-2025 College Acceptances

*Columbia University

*Princeton

*UPenn Wharton

* UChicago

*University of Southern California

*University of Toronto

*Georgetown

*NYU

*Stanford

*San Jose State University

*Columbia University *Princeton *UPenn Wharton * UChicago *University of Southern California *University of Toronto *Georgetown *NYU *Stanford *San Jose State University

  • Class of 2025 Student Quote

    Student Testimonial

    "I am deeply grateful to Dr. G for giving me hope and guiding me towards my dreams. Her encouragement to continue to challenge myself by attending Columbia summer program provided a chance to grow. "

  • Class of 2023 Student Quote

    Student Testimonial

    "Dr. Grogan truly got me through high school. I always left our sessions feeling less stressed, more confident, and actually excited about my essays. She wasn't just my tutor- she was my biggest supporter. I wouldn't have made it without her."

  • Class of 2025 Student Quote

    Parent Testimonial

    "Dr. G is so much more than a teacher to my daughter. She has guided her as a teacher, friend, mentor, and confidante over the years.”

  • Class of 2024 Student Quote

    Student Testomonial

    "Everybody needs a Dr. G."

Founder: Summit Pathways Education

Spotlight: Founder

Dr. Kelly Grogan, Ed.D.
Expert Educator | College Essay Coach | K–12 Academic Coach

Dr. Kelly Grogan brings 20+ years of experience supporting students in the United States, Canada, and top international schools across Asia. She founded Summit Pathways to offer personalized tutoring and college essay coaching with global insight and Ivy League preparation.

Why Families Trust Dr. Grogan:

  • College Essay Specialist – Guides students to craft standout essays for Ivy League and top-tier universities.

  • Ivy League Collaborator – Worked with Harvard, MIT, and Columbia Business School educators to build programs for teachers and students in grades 3-12.

  • International School Leadership – Head of School at an American International K-12 school in China and Head of Innovation and Academics at the Chinese International School in Hong Kong.

  • USA School Leadership- Academic Dean and Head of School at private US-based schools.

  • Classroom Expertise – Taught Math and Science at top schools in the United States and globally at Hong Kong International School, and Korea International School.

Dr. Grogan works directly with students at Summit Pathways, helping them grow in confidence, skill, and purpose—whether building strong foundations or applying to their dream school.