Emilie Liu is a Graduate Coach and an alumna of the University of Chicago, where she earned her Master of Public Policy through the prestigious Graduate Program in Health Administration and Policy at the Harris School of Public Policy. Emilie completed her undergraduate studies in French Language and Literature at Beijing International Studies University. Having lived, studied, and worked across a diverse global footprint including China, France, the United States, and Canada, she brings an incredibly rich cross-cultural perspective to her counseling and strategic advising.
Emilie’s extensive background as a professional college counselor enables her to view the admissions process through a holistic, student-centered lens. Rather than approaching admissions as a purely technical or transactional paperwork exercise, she treats it as a transformative opportunity for students to deeply reflect on their personal experiences, unique strengths, and long-term ambitions. She has successfully guided international and domestic students through comprehensive academic mapping, high-impact extracurricular development, and competitive personal statement curation.
As a Graduate Coach, Emilie is uniquely equipped to serve students exploring interdisciplinary paths across the social sciences, public health, language studies, and public policy. Her deep familiarity with global education systems, combined with her professional counseling acumen, allows her to help families make highly informed choices. She excels at helping applicants translate complex global experiences into authentic, emotionally resonant application narratives that clearly emphasize their unique identities and program fit.
