Admit Edge

Admit Edge is a premier, equity-centered college counseling firm founded and led by Gabriela McLeod, an industry expert with over a decade of experience in selective admissions, DEI strategy, and student development. Modeled after elite independent school counseling programs, Admit Edge offers vertically aligned, personalized support for high school, transfer, and graduate applicants. Through a strategic blend of storytelling, academic advising, and holistic mentorship, the firm has helped over 100 students gain admission to top 20 universities, achieving a 90% Ivy League acceptance rate in 2023 and most recently 2025. Its team of expert counselors provides comprehensive services including course planning, testing strategy, essay development, financial aid navigation, and family engagement. Admit Edge is more than a counseling service, it’s a mission-aligned movement toward educational access, cultural belonging, and transformative opportunity.