Imagine that admission to Harvard, Yale, or Stanford is not a lottery but a clear strategy that has already helped hundreds of students fulfill their dream of studying at top U.S. universities.

Today, StudyAmerica, founded by her, is the first company in Eastern Europe to gain membership in NACAC — The National Association for College Admission Counseling. Students from 160 countries work with us, and the total amount of grants they have received has exceeded $1 billion. Behind these numbers are thousands of stories of dreams coming true and doors to the world’s leading universities opening.

It is a proven method for 100% admission to the top U.S. universities, based on a thousand research interviews at Ivy League institutions and more than 35,000 successful admissions.

Maria’s path is not just her own admission to the Ivy League, Berkeley, and other universities.

Facts about Maria Guryeva

Graduate of the Faculty of Journalism, Lomonosov Moscow State University.

Completed a program at Barnard College, Columbia University.

Admitted to graduate programs at UC Berkeley and Northwestern University, to a PhD program at Temple University, and received a full scholarship for an MBA at the University of Florida.

Maria has made the journey from Lomonosov Moscow State University to top U.S. universities and knows both education systems from the inside. This enabled her to create a preparation program that identifies your strengths and adapts them to the requirements of U.S. universities.

Admitted to undergraduate programs at five U.S. universities, including Northwestern University (top 20), with a $20,000 scholarship.

Completed a program at the Institute of Journalism in Brussels.

Education

Scholarship for full tuition in New York – Touro University (9th grade).

Scholarships for undergraduate and graduate programs – Northwestern University.

Chevening: Reserve list of scholarship recipients.

Maria’s personal experience with receiving scholarships, as well as the experience of her students, has taught her how to turn your application into an “impossible-to-reject” one. You will learn how to stand out even among thousands of applicants.

Scholarship for studies – Institute of Journalism in Brussels (2014).

Exchange program scholarship – Columbia University.

Scholarship
and Grant Winner

Certified journalist (I studied journalism at Lomonosov Moscow State University, Columbia University, and the Institute of Journalism in Brussels. This experience has been key to my work, as essays are one of the most important elements of an application. At Columbia, I learned how to write in English and the techniques American journalists use to keep readers engaged until the very end. My team and I use these techniques to transform any student’s story into a vivid, memorable masterpiece.)

Certified teacher (Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs certificate, 2009).

Classes on teaching theory at Lomonosov Moscow State University.

Test scores: TOEFL – 119, SAT – 2050, IELTS – 8.5, GRE – V164 / M167.

Lecturer and course instructor at the American Center EducationUSA.

Courses on teaching, academic English, and new educational technologies at University of Pennsylvania, Stanford University, Duke University, UC Irvine, UC Davis, SUNY, Johns Hopkins University, University of New South Wales (Australia), and the Commonwealth Education Trust.

Expertise
and Certification

Best Expert in Russia on International Education” (2018, Successful Ladies Awards)

Best Education Specialist for Studying Abroad (2019)

Best International Company in Education Abroad” (2023, The Best Business Awards)

Best Online School for U.S. College Admission Preparation” (2020, The Best Business Awards)

The awards confirm that StudyAmerica is more than just a school — it sets the standard for excellence. You work with a team recognized as the best in Eastern Europe.

Expert of the Year” (2023, “Person of the Year” Award)

Best Expert in Online Education” (2023, Successful Ladies Awards)

Top Expert

Maria has invested over 300 000$ in her personal and professional development, studying not only at the Faculty of Journalism at Lomonosov Moscow State University, Columbia University, and the Institute of Journalism IHECS in Brussels, but also under Jeff Walker, Russell Brunson, Tony Robbins, Joe Dispenza, Richard Bandler; through VIP mentorship with Ksenia Sobchak; business programs such as Focus, VIP Metamorphoses, Pulse of Success, Business Youth , Business Mastery, Funnel Hacking; NACAC courses; College Essay Guy programs; business development programs like the Online School Accelerator; international-level coaching ICF Level II; the “Mentoring in Business” program from Global Coaching; and many other courses on teaching, academic English, and new educational technologies at University of Pennsylvania, Stanford University, Duke University, UC Irvine, UC Davis, SUNY, and Johns Hopkins University.

Continuously studies and implements new technologies and AI tools at StudyAmerica, saving students up to 300 hours of preparation.

Regularly speaks at international education forums, sharing case studies on scaling online schools.

She brings unique experience and expertise in online business and entrepreneurship and is ready to share her knowledge of motivation, strategy, and crisis management. Her portfolio includes leading roles at prestigious platforms, successful team leadership, and a large community of followers.

Investing in Your Success

Maria has developed a preparation program for admission to top U.S. universities, based on 15 years of experience and the analysis of 1,000+ successful cases, which includes:

Individual strategy — selecting universities and programs that match the student’s academic and career goals.

Result: 100% of students are admitted to the universities of their dreams, such as Columbia, Yale, Cornell, UPenn, Dartmouth, Duke, UC Berkeley, UCLA, NYU, and many others.

Proactive development — building competitive advantages through research projects, internships, and volunteering.

Comprehensive preparation — from academic profile to personal statement and interviews.

A Unique Method
for Admission
to the Ivy League

"The bee is more than a symbol. It’s a promise: your hard work will open the door to a new life."

Wins — with strategy, precision, and the power to inspire.

But most importantly: even if these qualities aren’t there at the beginning, they are cultivated along the way. StudyAmerica doesn’t just prepare students for admission — it shapes individuals ready to thrive at top universities.

Why the bee?
It symbolizes the student who:

Our logo — a bee in the colors of the American flag — was created by Maria’s first student, Adele. She was admitted to California College of the Arts, landed her dream job at Disney, and now lives in San Francisco.

Creates — with creativity, leadership, and compelling essays.

Acts — with hard work, courage, and the strength to go against the current.

The StudyAmerica Bee: Your Symbol of Success

*_Upon meeting program requirements

in scholarships earned by our students

years of experience guiding U.S. admissions

15

students from 160 countries

35,000+

StudyAmerica Results
that Speak for Themselves

$1B+

100% acceptance* — not just pretty words, but a fact. Every student who gets admitted is our victory. (*Upon meeting program requirements)

Full Commitment to Our Shared Goal

We stay on top of the latest trends in education, exam updates, and new technologies to make our collaboration with students as effective as possible.

Innovation + Expertise

We believe that anyone with passion and drive deserves the opportunity to study in the U.S. At StudyAmerica, students are selected based on motivation, not talents.

Accessible to Everyone

Accessible
to Everyone

Programs tailored to your profile, goals, and even dreams. We adapt to your preferences, interests, and goals, and provide all the tools you need to achieve them and turn your plans into reality. No templates — only what will make you stand out among thousands of applicants.

Turnkey Strategy, Designed Just for You

We are always there for you and will never leave you on your own — even half an hour before the deadline. From your very first lesson all the way to “Welcome to Harvard!”.

Ongoing Support

Why StudyAmerica?

We use our own experience and the experience of our students to inspire and motivate you to achieve your goals and overcome challenges.

Motivation and Inspiration Through Real Stories

Exclusive VIP Plan:
Your path to admission to top U.S. universities with a personal mentor, Maria Gurieva, and the entire StudyAmerica team.

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