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Nicole Doyle

College Admissions Consultant
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College of the Holy Cross

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and International Studies

Nicole Doyle has spent her entire career in education. She was a work-study student in the admissions office at College of the Holy Cross, a tour guide, and a senior interviewer. After graduation, she spent one year on the west coast participating in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps before returning to work at Holy Cross as an admission counselor. There, she developed a program to increase the number of international students on campus and traveled extensively throughout Europe and Central America. Most recently, Nicole spent many years in the admissions office at Skidmore College conducting interviews, providing information sessions to students and families, as well as reading over 1,500 applications each year.

Featured Blogs from Nicole

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COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

Should You Submit an Optional Portfolio with Your College Application?

female student studying computer science
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Should I Apply to a Less Competitive Major to Increase My Chances of Acceptance?

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student making art portfolio on laptop
COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

Should You Submit an Optional Portfolio with Your College Application?

Some colleges allow applicants to share an optional portfolio to showcase their artistic or technical talents. What are they and should students submit one?

Posted on May 13th, 2024
female student studying computer science
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Should I Apply to a Less Competitive Major to Increase My Chances of Acceptance?

Should you consider applying to a different major if the one you really want is competitive? Read on for advice on this strategy from a former admissions officer.

Posted on February 28th, 2023
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