Personalized college admissions consulting for students in New York City, delivered virtually to support stronger applications, thoughtful planning, and a clear approach to the admissions process.
Serving students and families in New York City and nationwide through virtual college admissions consulting.
Students in New York City face increasing competition in the college admissions process. Working with a college admissions consultant provides a structured, personalized approach to developing a strong academic and extracurricular profile while navigating the application process with clarity and direction.
Choosing a college admissions consultant New York City families trust ensures students receive structured, individualized support throughout every stage of the admissions process.
Families receive a clear, step-by-step plan for the admissions process, helping students stay organized, focused, and aligned with long-term academic goals.
Each student receives individualized guidance tailored to their strengths, interests, and goals, ensuring a more thoughtful and personalized approach to the admissions process.
Students are guided through academic planning, extracurricular development, and application strategy to build well-rounded, compelling applications.
A clear, step-by-step process designed to guide students through every stage of the college and graduate admissions journey.
We begin with a consultation to understand the student’s academic background, goals, and overall direction.
Students are supported through application preparation, including timelines, materials, and overall organization.
Students are supported through application preparation, including timelines, materials, and overall organization.
Applications are reviewed for clarity, completeness, and alignment before submission.
Students are guided through a structured and personalized process focused on building thoughtful, well-developed applications that reflect their strengths, interests, and long-term goals.
Students are guided in making intentional academic and extracurricular decisions over time, rather than relying on last-minute application strategies.
Each student’s plan is tailored to their strengths, interests, and goals to support a more focused and well-developed application.
Students are guided in presenting their experiences and achievements in a way that reflects their growth, direction, and overall narrative.
Legacy College & Career Prep is intentionally designed to provide personalized, one-on-one guidance — not a high-volume consulting model.
Students and families work directly with Kevin throughout the process, receiving thoughtful, strategic support tailored to their individual goals and timeline.
Students across the United States work directly with Kevin to receive focused, high-level guidance at every stage of the admissions process.
✔ Direct, one-on-one support throughout the process
✔ Clear strategy tailored to each student
✔ Consistent guidance from start to submission
Kevin Rivas founded Legacy College & Career Prep to help students navigate the increasingly competitive college and graduate admissions landscape with clarity and strategy.
Kevin holds a Master of Education in Educational Counseling from the University of Southern California. As a USC-trained educational counselor, he has guided students through admissions to a wide range of universities and graduate programs. He is also a Professional Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), reflecting a commitment to high standards and ethical practice in the field of college consulting.
As a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), Kevin stays aligned with current admissions trends and best practices, bringing a thoughtful and strategic approach to each student he works with.
Legacy works with a limited number of students each year to ensure focused, high-level guidance throughout the entire admissions process.
Legacy College & Career Prep has helped students gain admission to competitive colleges, graduate programs, and professional schools through a strategic and personalized admissions approach. The outcomes below reflect years of guiding students through complex admissions processes and helping them present their strongest applications.
*Results reflect admissions outcomes and scholarships earned by Legacy students over the past eight years*
Legacy students have been admitted to a wide range of colleges and graduate programs across the country, reflecting the strength and thoughtfulness of their applications.
High School & Transfer admissions to competitive universities.
Masters and Doctoral program admissions.
Scholarships earned by Legacy Students. (as of March 2026)
Universities Attended by Legacy Students.
Legacy students have earned admission to a wide range of colleges, universities, and graduate programs across the country.
Families value the clarity, structure, and personalized guidance provided throughout the admissions process.
Verified Google Reviews from families and students
Below are answers to common questions families have about working with Legacy College & Career Prep.
All services are delivered virtually through one-on-one sessions, allowing for flexible scheduling and consistent, personalized guidance throughout the admissions process. This approach ensures a structured and focused experience while supporting students regardless of location.
Planning can begin as early as 9th grade, but students can benefit from guidance at any stage. The earlier a structured plan is developed, the more intentional and effective the overall application process becomes.
Sessions are conducted via Zoom, allowing for flexible scheduling while maintaining a structured and personalized experience. Students receive ongoing guidance, feedback, and support throughout the process.
No. Admissions decisions are ultimately made by each institution. The focus is on helping students build strong, thoughtful, and well-developed applications that reflect their individual strengths and goals.
Students work directly with the founder, receiving consistent, one-on-one guidance rather than being passed between consultants. The approach is structured, personalized, and focused on long-term development rather than last-minute application strategies.
Schedule a consultation to discuss your student’s goals, current progress, and how to approach the admissions process with greater clarity and direction.
Working with a college admissions consultant allows students to approach the admissions process with clarity, structure, and confidence.
