Matthew C.

Matthew C. is an experienced admissions consultant with over 7 years at PrepScholar, supporting more than five dozen seniors in gaining admission to nearly every top college in the U.S.

A Merit Scholarship recipient and high school valedictorian, Matthew earned his B.A. from Harvard University and was awarded over $92,000 in outside scholarships, including honors like the AXA Achievement and Henry David Thoreau scholarships. He brings a strong background in education and writing—from homeschooling and tutoring to teaching short courses abroad—and has also worked as a public speaker, published author, and atmospheric scientist.

Matthew specializes in guiding high school seniors and scholarship applicants. His style is low-pressure and personalized: he favors shorter, more frequent sessions and clear, manageable tasks that keep students moving forward without feeling overwhelmed.

Students appreciate his calm guidance and steady pacing—while parents trust the exceptional results he consistently delivers. Outside of work, Matthew’s passions include storm chasing, global travel, and just about anything adventurous.