Guided by those
who've been there.
Cesar Espinoza is a transfer student from Loyola University New Orleans currently studying Biology at Boston University, with a focus in Public Health and Data Science. He founded Full Axis, a platform designed to expose the structure behind the college admissions process and help students navigate it with strategy and clarity. He works directly with students across first-year and transfer pathways, including high-achieving applicants seeking stronger outcomes and those refining academic direction, with a particular focus on STEM pathways where academic alignment is critical in selective admissions.
His advising focuses on building cohesive academic and extracurricular narratives tailored to different admissions contexts. He draws on experience receiving multiple academic writing awards, emphasizing clarity, structure, and intentional positioning in application development. Within Full Axis, he oversees advisor strategy and student matching, ensuring students are paired with mentors aligned with their academic and professional goals. The Axis Network emphasizes transfer admissions, where outcomes depend not only on academic benchmarks but also institutional priorities, requiring precise alignment across academic and extracurricular profiles.
Andrew is a transfer student from Tulane University to Cornell's Nolan School of Hotel Administration, where he is now a sophomore pursuing a career in consulting. After navigating the transfer process himself, he co-founded Full Axis to help others do the same. He will guide students through every step of the process, from school selection to crafting the final components of their applications. Andrew's strengths lie in business and finance, as well as his ability to help students build a clear, strategic path to success. He focuses on helping students craft narratives that reflect not only technical ambition, but also a deeper commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation.
Kellen is a transfer student from Tulane to Cornell University, where he is currently majoring in Human Biology, Health & Society with a minor in Health Care Policy. As a founding member, he will help students refine their applications and reach new heights at any institution. What truly sets Kellen apart is his firsthand experience navigating both the transfer process and the path toward medical school. This experience makes him an invaluable resource for aspiring pre-med students and those pursuing careers in science, allowing him to offer thoughtful, experience-driven guidance. With his unique perspective, he helps students interested in STEM research and medicine better understand the journey ahead and approach it with clarity and confidence.
Azmain brings a nontraditional but highly strategic perspective to Full Axis, with deep experience navigating elite admissions and rigorous academic pathways. He earned a full ride offer to Vanderbilt and was also admitted to Columbia, Virginia Tech, URochester, UC Santa Barbara, and UC San Diego, alongside waitlists at Stanford and UC Berkeley. He is pursuing Electrical Engineering and Human & Organizational Development (HOD), with academic strengths spanning engineering, computer science, physics, applied mathematics, and the UC admissions process. Azmain helps students build balanced, realistic, and ambitious application strategies, whether targeting highly selective private universities or competitive public university systems.
Sarah is a Cornell junior pursuing a double major, who transferred from Middlebury College, navigating the shift from a liberal arts college to a research university firsthand as an international student. Sarah has four years of tutoring experience and currently serves as a New Member Educator at one of Cornell's prestigious business clubs, giving her a proven track record of working with students. Her advising strengths span the range of student experiences: adjusting to a new academic culture, studying abroad, switching majors, and finding the right career path. Sarah has experience in both tech and finance, and will be joining Goldman Sachs as an summer analyst soon. She can offer grounded, practical guidance on recruiting, pivots, and how your choice of major or institution shapes your professional trajectory.
Siddharth is a first-year student at Stanford University planning to study Computer Science, with interests in software, AI, and systems. Originally from Sammamish, Washington, he entered Stanford as a first-year admit after pursuing neuroscience, physics, and computer science throughout high school. He earned 5s on nine AP exams, including Calculus BC, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Computer Science, and was also admitted to Georgia Tech and waitlisted at Harvard and Cornell.
Beyond the classroom, Siddharth builds software independently, including a native macOS focus app that he designed and uses daily. In summer 2026, he also built Artemis, a warm-introduction pathfinder, at the startup Pantheon Prep.
At Full Axis, Siddharth advises students on essay writing and computer science. He was named a semifinalist in the Psychology category of the John Locke Institute Essay Competition, an international competition that draws thousands of entries from students worldwide. He helps students turn their accomplishments and experiences into clear, specific narratives that reflect who they are beyond a list of achievements. For students pursuing computer science and engineering, he also offers guidance on independent projects, course selection, and presenting technical work effectively.
Siddharth also has experience tutoring students for the SAT and plans to contribute to the Testing Axis, using diagnostic-driven lesson plans to identify individual gaps and target areas for improvement.
Zahra is a junior at Harvard majoring in Neurobiology with a minor in Global Health and Health Policy. Throughout her high school and undergraduate career, she has interned at NASA, conducted cancer research and clinical volunteering across three Harvard-affiliated hospitals, and served as the Student Advisor to the School Board of the third largest school district in the nation. On campus, she serves as president of two student organizations and trains with the Harvard Karate Club. Having attended a large public high school in one of Miami's underserved communities, Zahra persevered in pursuing her academic ambitions, becoming the first student in her school's history to be accepted to Harvard.
At Full Axis, Zahra offers over six years of experience in student mentorship and tutoring, providing experience-based guidance on course selection, building an extracurricular portfolio, and essay writing. She is especially excited to mentor students pursuing opportunities and research experiences in STEM.
Emiliano is a rising sophomore at the University of Notre Dame pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Constitutional Studies. His academic interests center on American government, constitutional law, political institutions, and public policy. In Fall 2026 he is participating in the Notre Dame Washington Program, deepening his exposure to law, public service, and the policymaking process in the nation's capital. Before Notre Dame, he earned an Associate of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies from El Paso Community College. Originally from El Paso, Texas, his background in the U.S.–Mexico border region has shaped his interest in government, immigration, economic opportunity, and community development.
He has been involved in pre-law programming and gained professional exposure to the legal system through experience in private property law and a district attorney's office. Emiliano intends to pursue a career in law and public service, and is recognized for his work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to leadership as service.
Arturo Lemus is a second-year student at Purdue University, where he is currently studying biomedical engineering. Originally from Mexico, he later moved to the United States to pursue his education, bringing a diverse international perspective to his academic and professional work. His experience in programming and mathematics has helped him develop clear, analytical problem-solving skills that he uses to support students from different backgrounds as they build strong academic resumes and prepare for competitive opportunities.
Arturo takes a practical, student-focused approach to college mentorship, offering guidance on course planning, skill development, and long-term academic strategy. He is committed to helping learners make informed decisions, gain confidence, and navigate higher education with clarity and purpose.
Alec is a transfer student from Sacramento City College to the UC Berkeley College of Letters and Science, where he will major in Political Science and minor in Public Policy. He was admitted to every University of California campus, as well as Duke University. Over the past three years, Alec has built extensive experience in government affairs, working with some of California's leading lobbying firms and associations while also serving in multiple statewide student government roles. In addition, he has mentored friends and classmates through the California community college transfer process, developing strong knowledge of the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) program and the UCLA/UC Berkeley Transfer Alliance Program (TAP). His expertise also extends to course planning, extracurricular development, and crafting strategic, compelling admissions essays.