Christine P.

Christine Pimlott is a seasoned college admissions counselor who guides students through every phase of the application journey. A graduate of the University of Southern California, she also holds a College Admissions Counseling Certification from UCLA. Christine brings a deep, current understanding of a wide range of colleges and universities across the United States, helping students identify the best-fit schools that align with their personalities, academic goals, and extracurricular passions.

Known for her collaborative, student-centered approach, Christine partners closely with each student to develop a strategic and balanced college list, create a clear application plan, and craft authentic, compelling essays and supplemental responses. She has supported students applying to institutions across the U.S. and internationally, working with a wide range of profiles and pursuits, including STEM, business, liberal arts, creative portfolios, and recruited athletics.

Christine began her career at College Counseling Associates in Menlo Park, California, before founding Pimlott College Counseling. Prior to college counseling, she built a strong foundation in finance as an investment broker—experience that continues to inform her practical, outcomes-oriented guidance for families.

Christine continues helping students approach admissions with clarity and confidence. Outside of counseling, she has a background in health and wellness, has produced a guided journal product, and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree. In her free time, Christine enjoys hiking, Pilates, volunteering at her church and in her local community, tending her organic garden, raising chickens, and visiting her children in New York City with her husband.