Todd Carney

At American University, Todd was awarded the AU Presidential Scholarship based on academic excellence. He was a member of the AU Honors and Early Identification Programs—the latter being an invite-only program for exceptional, high-performing students. Before attending law school, Todd worked in the tech sector in Washington, D.C. and New York City. 

At Harvard Law, Todd focused on international law and bankruptcy, later clerking and working abroad while continuing to consult and write about law school admissions trends. Todd accumulated 1,000 pro bono hours while studying at Harvard and received the Dean's Award for Community Leadership. He was also selected for multiple fellowships, including the Chayes Fellowship, Heyman Fellowship, and Public Service Venture Fund Fellowship.

Todd takes a holistic and strategic approach to each student’s journey, guiding applicants through every phase of the admissions process—from school selection and personal narrative development to final decision-making. He specializes in helping students think long-term about their legal careers and identify the right law school experience to match their goals.

Todd’s diverse background and experience working with applicants from a wide range of personal, academic, and professional circumstances enable him to offer highly personalized guidance. He is committed, empathetic, and tenacious in helping each student craft an application that reflects their unique strengths while navigating any obstacles along the way. His years of admissions coaching experience have also helped him gain key insights into what the most competitive law schools seek in applicants. 

Outside of consulting, Todd is an avid traveler who has visited 80 countries and 47 states. He enjoys hiking, cooking, exploring local art scenes, and volunteering with youth-focused organizations. He is also active in local legal associations and enjoys staying engaged with the broader legal and educational communities.