After successfully transferring to Stanford University, Mike continued his educational pursuit at Yale for medical school. However, driven by his passion for innovation and the fast-paced world of technology, Mike made the daring choice to withdraw from Yale and embark on a startup venture in Silicon Valley. In parallel with his work, Mike has become the leading college transfer advisor in the industry, driven by his desire to assist others in achieving successful transfers to their dream schools.

After successfully using the Goat’s services for her own transfer journey, Chanel teamed up with Mike to co-found and scale Transfer Goat. Now serving as CEO and Lead Deputy Advisor, she has spent the past four years guiding students through the transfer process with a focus on high-impact essay support. Chanel transferred to the University of Pennsylvania, where she majored in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE).

Chanel oversees all Deputy Advisors and their clients, ensuring each student receives personalized, top-tier guidance. Chanel has developed a strong track record of success, with high acceptance rates to top-10 schools, helping students craft standout applications and essays for the most selective programs.

Rachel earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management. Since 2021, she has served as an Alumni Interviewer for Penn. Over the past four application cycles, Rachel has been working with Transfer Goat, placing students in the top 15.

Will utilized the services of The Goat for a year before transferring to Brown University, where he graduated early with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. He is currently a first-year Tri-Institutional MD-PhD student in a program run by Weill Cornell, Rockefeller, and Memorial Sloan Kettering.

Will has been working with Transfer Goat for three years now as a Deputy Advisor, placing students in the top 15. His firsthand experience with the transfer process and medical school journey, along with his deep understanding of the sciences, sets him apart as an invaluable resource for aspiring medical students and allows him to bring a unique perspective to our team, helping us provide comprehensive guidance to students interested in STEM.

Rachel first met the Goat while studying Computer Science at Stanford University and has since become an integral part of the team, focusing on essay narrative and editing. Her impressive academic record, including a 4.0 GPA and recognition as a Terman Scholar, places her among the top 10 of her graduating class. Furthermore, Rachel’s writing skills have been recognized through multiple awards, including being named the best writer in her class at Stanford.

With her strong academic background and writing abilities, Rachel brings a valuable perspective to the essay editing process.

Ethan transferred to Stanford University, where he attended classes alongside The Goat, and later went on to study at Harvard Medical School, consistently ranking among the top students in his class. With a strong background in both undergraduate and medical education, Ethan brings a specialized focus to supporting students pursuing pre-med and medical school paths.

As a valued member of our team, Ethan offers expert insight into the unique demands of med school admissions. His firsthand experience with the rigorous application process has made him a trusted advisor for aspiring physicians, helping countless students successfully navigate their journeys to top medical programs.

Regan earned her undergraduate degree in Government and Public Policy from Dartmouth, focusing on global health, human-centered design, and environmental studies, and a master’s in Public Health and Nutrition from Harvard. She grew up as an American in Asia and has a strong passion for social good and philanthropy.

With four years working with Transfer Goat, Regan tailors her guidance to each student’s journey, helping them craft compelling essays and navigate the transfer process. She is a perfect fit for students pursuing liberal arts, social sciences, global health, environmental studies, or public policy.

In addition to serving as a deputy, Regan is the co-founder of a funded startup.

Joey joined our team as a Deputy Advisor after successfully navigating his own college transfer with the help of The Goat. Selected for his exceptional writing during his application cycle, he has now been with us for the past three cycles, consistently placing students into the top 15.

He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Amherst College. With a deep appreciation for the liberal arts and a passion for learning, Joey brings a fresh and thoughtful perspective to our team. His firsthand experience as a transfer student, combined with broad academic interests, makes him a valuable guide for students navigating their own educational journeys.

Nico is a senior at Brown University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics & Economics. Before transferring, he spent two years at Arizona State University and worked with The Goat to gain admittance to 10+ T30 schools, ultimately choosing Brown over Northwestern, USC, Middlebury, Vanderbilt, Michigan, and Georgetown.

Nico has been working with Transfer Goat for over a year as a Deputy, helping students place into T15 schools through essay revisions, story mapping, and general extracurricular advice. Among his cohort, Nico was selected as the best writer, a recognition that underscores his ability to craft compelling, authentic narratives that resonate with admissions officers. His experience as a student at a large state school along with his upbringing from a public high school in the Midwest positions him as an exceptional resource for all types of students going through the transfer process.

Natalie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, & Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and a J.D. from Stanford Law School. Natalie has worked with the admissions offices of both schools, serving as an alumni interviewer for Penn and helping to recruit prospective students for Stanford Law School. Natalie has counseled undergraduates on the rigors of the law school application process and offers a unique perspective for students pursuing pre-law, law school, or careers in economics, political science, and public policy.

In addition to serving as a Deputy, Natalie is a lawyer focusing on legal issues in AI and emerging technologies. She has represented technology clients from Series A start-ups to the Magnificent 7.

Nicholas utilized the services of The Goat for a year before transferring to Brown University, where he is currently a senior working towards a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics & Economics. Before transferring, he attended Arizona State University for two years and worked with the Goat to gain admittance to 10+ T30 schools, ultimately choosing Brown over the likes of Northwestern, USC, and Middlebury.

Nicholas has been working with Transfer Goat during the 2025 admission cycle, helping students place into T15 schools through essay revisions, story mapping, and general extracurricular advice. His experience as a student at a large state school along with his upbringing from a public high school in the Midwest positions him as an exceptional resource for all types of students going through the transfer process.

Patrick is an international transfer student currently on a gap year as he prepares for a double transfer. At the University of Southern California, Patrick achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA in Computer Science and has volunteered as a Teaching Assistant, leading undergraduate students through core CS classes. He was on a team that became a finalist in the NASA Earth Observation Hackathon Agriculture Challenge, placing him in the top 20 out of 4,000 competitors in developing solutions for dealing with wildfires in Asia.

Recognized as one of Transfer Goat’s top writers of the last cycle and as someone who received a perfect score on the SAT Subject Test in Literature, Patrick brings a rare blend of technical understanding, analytical ability, and writing proficiency.

Calvin earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania as an international student, followed by a Master of Science in Comparative Social Policy from the University of Oxford. Calvin continues to serve as an alumni interviewer for the University of Pennsylvania.

Calvin has worked in government and nonprofit sectors to advance critical public policy priorities and strengthen organizational leadership. He is currently the director of board engagement for a leading nonprofit in Washington State.

With a strong background in research, analytical writing, and policy communication, Calvin brings exceptional writing and editing skills to his work with students. His ability to craft clear, persuasive narratives helps applicants present their stories with depth, focus, and authenticity.

Before transferring to UC Berkeley to study philosophy and physics, Ryan worked closely with Mike to create a strong set of essays, sharpening his abilities along the way. Currently a junior, Ryan is hoping to pair his passion for writing with an existing research portfolio to attend a Ph.D. program.

As a CC transfer who had a tumultuous upbringing, Ryan is an excellent resource for students with unique life stories, while also having first-hand experience with the challenges CC students may face in their journey to the T20.

Due to his strong and creative writing, Mike brought Ryan onto our team, recognizing his exceptional talent as the strongest among all applicants over the past eight years.