Case Study
Kim Spatz
:

How Clear Guidance and Strong Essays Led to Film School Acceptances

Student Profile
Background
G12 - Class of 2024
Kim Spatz, a Class of 2024 student, partnered with Dewey Smart for college counseling. With structured guidance and essay feedback, she created a clear application plan that led to acceptances at universities with strong film studies programs.
Challenges Faced
Navigating Applications
Managing Timeline
Understanding Process

Before working with Dewey Smart, Kim felt uncertain about the college application process. She struggled to understand the sequence of steps, the deadlines for different schools, and how to present herself effectively to admissions committees. The timeline of applications — balancing essays, supplements, and requirements across multiple schools — felt overwhelming. Without clear guidance, it was difficult to know how to stay on track while still producing high-quality applications.

Goals

  • Gain clarity on the college application process
  • Manage deadlines with a clear, structured timeline
  • Gain admission to a school strong in film studies

Consultation Process
Strategies

Dewey Smart gave Kim the clarity and direction she was looking for. Her counselor created a strict but manageable timeline that helped her balance the competing demands of multiple applications. With clear milestones and accountability, Kim stayed organized throughout the process, reducing stress and ensuring nothing was left to the last minute.

Essay support played a key role in her success. Kim received detailed feedback on her writing, helping her refine her personal statement and supplemental essays into polished, authentic pieces. This process allowed her to highlight her creativity, academic focus, and passion for film studies. By combining structured planning with tailored essay guidance, Kim built a strong, cohesive application portfolio.

Key Results
We’re proud to share
Kim Spatz
's results:
Kim’s hard work and strategic approach paid off. She earned multiple acceptances to universities known for strong film and media programs, giving her several excellent options to pursue her passion.
University of Washington
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Oregon
Reflections & Testimonials
Kim Spatz Experience with Dewey Smart

“Excellent! Dewey Smart helped me stay on track with a strict timeline and gave me solid essay feedback that made a huge difference in my applications.”

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