
Emily Pena
Duke Law JD | Columbia Grad | Expert in College Admissions
Studied at Duke University School of Law
Worked at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan,
Available tomorrow at 10:00 PM UTC
Saturday and Sunday slots may be available in special circumstances.
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Emily's Offerings
Custom hourly · $69/hr
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Emily also coaches for LSAT, Law School, SAT, and ACT. View all.
Emily’s College Qualifications
Welcome to my profile! With a strong foundation in English Literature and Mathematics from Columbia University and current studies at Duke University School of Law, I bring a unique perspective to college admissions coaching. My experience as a high school math teacher with Teach For America has honed my ability to guide students through complex challenges, while my legal internships and research roles have equipped me with analytical skills that are invaluable in crafting compelling college applications. I am passionate about helping students highlight their strengths and tell their unique stories. Let's work together to make your college application stand out! Feel free to reach out to discuss how I can assist you in achieving your academic goals.
Emily can help with:
Editing
Essays
General Exploration
Interviews
Resume
School Selection
Secondary Review
Testing & Assessments
Emily also coaches for LSAT, Law School, SAT, and ACT. View all.
Work Experience

Summer Associate
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan,
May 2025 - July 2025

Research Assistant
Duke Law
May 2024 - November 2024

Legal Intern
Department of Justice
May 2024 - July 2024

Legal Assistant
Edwards Lifesciences
July 2021 - July 2023
high school math teacher
Granville County Public Schools
August 2019 - June 2021

Corps Member
Teach For America
June 2019 - June 2021
Education
Duke University School of Law
Doctor of Law - JD
2023 - 2026
Columbia University
Bachelor’s Degree, English Literature and Mathematics, English Literature, Mathematics
2015 - 2019
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Overall Rating
5.0
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