California Private College Counselor & Graduate School Consultant

College & Graduate School Consulting

U.S. & International Admissions

Trusted Guidance From an Experienced College Counselor

Why Legacy

With years of experience guiding students through high school, transfer, and graduate school admissions, Legacy help families navigate the complex application process with confidence.

Key Advantages

  • Personalized, one-on-one guidance tailored to each student

  • Strategic academic and extracurricular planning from 9th grade onward

  • Proven methods to strengthen college, transfer, and graduate school applications

  • Hands-on essay, application, and interview support for top-tier programs

Your Trusted College Consultant

Kevin Rivas, M.Ed.

Masters in Educational Counseling

Kevin Rivas College Counselor and Graduate School Consultant

Kevin Rivas is your college consultant in navigating the college admissions journey. With a master's degree in Educational Counseling from the University of Southern California (USC), Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. With a rich background in K-12, Community College, and University settings, Kevin is dedicated to helping students from all walks of life achieve their academic dreams.

As the owner and college consultant for Legacy, Kevin is committed to providing personalized guidance and support to each client. His extensive experience spans across undergraduate and graduate school admissions, including Law School, Medical, and Business School.

Kevin's professional membership with the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) underscores his dedication to excellence and his unwavering commitment to your success. He is also a college professor who teaches about college and career success.

College Admissions Consulting

College Consultant In Los Angeles, Bay Area, & San Diego

Your Gateway to Top Universities. Our personalized guidance takes the stress out of the admissions process, ensuring a smooth journey to your dream college.

Graduate School Admissions Consulting

Grad School Admissions Consultant in SoCal (LA & OC)

Your Path to Career Success. Unlock top graduate programs with tailored support. Let us elevate your career to new heights!

Student Testimonials

  • Accepted: UK College

    “Kevin was wonderful! When our son expressed an interest in studying abroad, we researched consultants and found a few who looked promising. Once we spoke to Kevin we knew we had found someone kind, knowledgeable, encouraging, and reliable to help us navigate the UK college application process. Kevin was all that and more, responding to our many questions, offering assistance at every opportunity, maintaining a professional yet caring demeanor, and providing honest advice throughout the entire process. We could not have been happier with Kevin’s representation and we would highly recommend his services. Our son is thrilled with his college choice and credits Kevin for his guidance in helping him make the best choices for his future. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: Ivy League

    “I was looking in the market to hire a private college counselor because I wanted true 1-on-1 assistance; something I wasn’t getting at my school. I was referred to Legacy by a friend at my school. After our first meeting, I knew I wanted Kevin to help with my preparation to college. BEST DECISION I made! I was accepted into my top 3 schools, which included UCLA, Stanford, and Yale! I’ll be honest, I didn’t have the strongest GPA, but my college essays, extra curricular activities, and research experience really helped me become a strong applicant. In all honesty, I was not expecting to get into my top three schools but Kevin insisted to stay confident, try my best, and let the college admissions make that final decision. I highly recommend Legacy and Kevin to be your private college counselor and help with your university applications!”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: College

    “I’m still in shock… I got accepted into John Hopkins University for ED2, my dream school!!! I just want to thank Kevin for being so caring and motivating throughout this process. I was lucky enough to get referred to a professional who really looks out for you. Kevin builds your confidence and really makes you believe in yourself. I was worried and stressed out about applying to college, but Kevin brings this positive outlook on college admissions. If you’re looking for a college consultant, Kevin is your person! I can’t recommend him enough.”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: Graduate School

    “It has been well over a decade since I applied to schools when I decided to apply to MBA programs. Working 50-60 hours a week makes it very difficult to keep track of work and multiple application processes. I was referred to Kevin and I am very very thankful that I was. Not only did he help me manage the workload and keep track of all of the objectives and requirements of each application, but his consultation was top notch. I was accepted to each school I applied to (despite my undergraduate education being completely unrelated). The school I chose to enroll with offered me a 70% tuition reduction (which is virtually unheard of), in no small part to the expert brainstorming and feedback provided by Kevin. I honestly can't recommend him enough, he was beyond helpful and clearly cares about the success of his students.”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: College

    “I want to personally thank Kevin for helping me with my college applications. I was referred to Legacy and Kevin in 2021. My mom and I had told him about applying to NYU Stern, among other colleges like USC, Michigan, and Northwestern. Since NYU was my top choice, Kevin recommended I apply to ED II, which he explained in detail (long story). We worked on essays, planning extracurriculars, researching, and so much more for every college. Fast forward…. I have now been ACCEPTED to NYU Stern!!! I can’t thank Kevin enough! He is very easy to work with and extra supportive. I also appreciate the check-ins and follow-ups. Very fair and reasonable prices compared to other college admissions consultants. I highly recommend Kevin and Legacy for college guidance!”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: Law School

    “My experience with Legacy has been nothing but positive. Kevin was super supportive and walked me through the application process end-to-end to ensure my application was as strong as it could be. He really listened and went the extra mile with resolving any concerns I had about the process. Super accommodating if you’re in different time zones as well. Could not recommend enough.”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: Graduate School

    “My experience was excellent with them. They provided me with all the guidance I needed through my application and more. I was always encouraged to share my ideas and opinions, and they, very kindly, suggested me what I should do or work on. They were also very accessible and flexible with their sessions. I would suggest students to have an idea in what they want to work on before their session. Thank you very much for all the help! 100% recommended!”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: Ivy League

    “Thanks to Kevin my daughter received admission to Wharton at UPenn which is not an easy feat since their acceptance rate is less than 10%. Kevin demonstrated great expertise and knowledge about the college application process. This allowed my daughter (and me) to understand the importance of each step. My daughter's writing skills are not the strongest but Kevin provided the necessary individual support to boost her confidence and write stellar personal statements! Kevin also took the time to explore the various career interests my daughter has to help her narrow it down to possibly becoming an investment banker. Kevin's dedication to ensuring his clients feel prepared and ready to achieve their goals is unmatched! I highly and proudly recommend Legacy College & Career Prep!”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: Medical School

    “Without Kevin's help, I don't think I could've gotten into my dream school - USC!!! Kevin was extremely supportive, encouraging, and positive throughout the process. He was always reminded me how capable, competent, and deserving I am. Fight on! :D”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: Graduate School

    “Shout to Kevin! He helped me achieve my goal of getting into UCLA's Anderson School of Management for my MBA. He walked me through the process, step by step. His guidance was a blessing. Not only was he patient, kind, insightful, and communicative but also hilarious. His humor helped ease any anxiety and stress I had when applying and waiting. I highly recommend Kevin!”

    via Google Review

  • Accepted: Graduate School

    “Kevin helped me out a ton with my graduate school applications. He helped me choose which schools to apply to and from there we worked on my essays and resumes until I was good to go. I would absolutely recommend his services to other prospective graduate students.”

    via Google Review