Greg Shaffer
Greg Shaffer
College Essay Specialist
Greg is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Maryland with degrees in economics and government/politics. He completed a law degree at the University of Notre Dame Law School, followed by a judicial clerkship in his adopted home state of Maryland. Prior to returning to higher education, Greg spent 5 years practicing law at two of the nation's largest law firms. He has now been working with students for over 20 years, still energized by the opportunity to help students reveal their potential for college success through compelling and insightful essays. A first generation college student, Greg recognizes the complexities of the admissions process and strives to make students feel comfortable and confident in themselves and with their writing.
When not helping students, Greg can be found spending time with his family, walking his rescue dogs Charlie and Fisher, rooting on his Terps and Fighting Irish sports teams, and preparing for his true dream job of playing professional golf.