I don’t know what other prep schools have to offer, but what truly impressed me, and what I remember as vividly as if it happened yesterday, was my very first conversation with Thomas about which U.S. universities I should apply to.
He asked me, “If you had a magic wand, what would be your dream school?” Without hesitation, I replied, “The UC Berkeley Master of Analytics program,” partly because it felt completely unattainable and therefore easy to name as a dream. His immediate response was, “Let’s do it.”
I remember thinking, “Can I actually get accepted there?” I didn’t have exceptional grades, although I did have some strong extracurricular experiences. Thomas simply replied, “Why not?”
That faith and optimism, combined with my own passion and determination, helped me navigate the stressful months of preparing for exams and writing application essays. Throughout the process, Thomas was always available to guide me and help me break out of overthinking loops so that I could present the best version of myself in my applications.
Dia, on the other hand, is an exceptionally warm and supportive verbal instructor. She helped us understand the underlying reasoning behind the GRE verbal section rather than simply teaching test-taking tricks. She encouraged us to think critically about passages, arguments, and answer choices, making even the most challenging questions feel approachable. Her teaching style helped me develop skills that extended beyond the exam itself and improved the way I read, analyze, and communicate ideas.
All in all, Thomas, Dia, Vally, and Valentini created a welcoming, friendly, and family-like environment throughout the entire application journey. Their support, expertise, and genuine care made what could have been an overwhelming process feel manageable and even enjoyable.
I am deeply grateful for their guidance and would wholeheartedly recommend Dia Gerontoudi Prep Center to anyone planning to pursue graduate studies, especially in the United States.
Tasos was also admitted to Georgia Tech.