Isabella Trauttmansdorff

For the better part of twenty years, Isabella has managed regional higher-ed access programs at national non-profit organizations serving underrepresented students. She spent more than half of that time with A Better Chance, managing admissions & placement and school partnerships in the New York Metro/New England, and Southern California regions. Prior to that, Isabella supervised student support services at Steppingstone in Philadelphia. Currently, Isabella is a college advisor with CollegeThoughts, working one-on-one with students on charting their academic trajectories, and application and financial aid strategies. She is also an independent writing coach for undergraduate and graduate/Ph.D. students. She has had the distinct privilege of working with many inspiring veterans and active-duty military personnel while serving as a writing tutor at Palomar College in San Diego County.

Isabella received her MA from the University of Pennsylvania, and her BA from Wellesley College. As an “immigrant kid,” (Brazilian/Austrian) she prided herself in “figuring out the education system.” She continues to devote her time and energy to helping others do the same.

Isabella’s Veteran applicant shared some inspiring words on the impacts of her mentorship: “Isabella has been my technical and emotional support pillar throughout this process. Without her, I would not have had the confidence to navigate the application process. She is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and flexible. While I know she had her own plate full with her own responsibilities, she made time for me whenever I asked and went above and beyond to help me craft my essays to tell my story in the best way possible. While I am still waiting for the rest of my decisions to roll in, I am at peace knowing that Isabella and the entire S2S staff allowed me to put my best foot forward and without regret.” – Kenneth Simmons, Princeton University, Fall 2023

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