Joyce Smith

Joyce Smith has been supporting students through college admissions since 2012, with particular expertise in guiding first-generation, low-income, and female student-athletes. Her 13 years working with RowLA and over six years with MOSTE demonstrate her commitment to expanding access, helping scholars gain acceptance to all UC campuses and prestigious institutions like UPenn and Middlebury. Currently with Empowerly, Joyce brings a proven track record working with students from diverse backgrounds, from first-generation applicants to Ivy League legacies.

Carmen L., Los Angeles, California: "Joyce was a game-changer for my daughter during her junior and senior years. As first-generation college students, we had no idea how to navigate the application process, financial aid, or scholarship opportunities. Joyce guided us through every step with patience and expertise, helping my daughter identify schools that offered strong support systems and financial packages. Her mentorship went beyond just college applications—she empowered my daughter to see herself as capable of attending top-tier schools. Thanks to Joyce's guidance, she was accepted to several UCs and is now thriving at her dream university with a generous financial aid package."

David and Sarah K., Marina del Rey, California: "Working with Joyce was the best decision we made for our daughter's college process. As a competitive rower, she needed someone who understood both the academic and athletic recruiting timelines. Joyce's experience with RowLA gave her unique insight into rowing scholarships and how to navigate coach communications. She helped our daughter balance her training schedule with application deadlines and craft essays that showcased her leadership both on and off the water. Joyce was always responsive, encouraging, and knowledgeable. Our daughter is now rowing at a Division I program with an athletic scholarship, and we couldn't have done it without Joyce's expertise."

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