We are thrilled to welcome Melissa Nipper to the Estrela Consulting team as our newest College Planning Consultant! Melissa brings more than 25 years of experience in college counseling, where she guided countless students and families through the admissions process with expertise, compassion, and care. 

Melissa has extensive experience supporting a wide range of students, including NCAA student-athletes, international students, arts-focused applicants, and those pursuing highly selective academic opportunities. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Melissa also happens to be an official Groundhog Ambassador from Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania - making her our team’s resident expert on all things Groundhog Day and Punxsutawney Phil! We are so excited for the knowledge, warmth, and experience Melissa will bring to the Estrela community.

Melissa will work as part of our virtual team supporting families remotely throughout the U.S. and around the world. If you have a child entering grades 8-12, contact us today to learn more about our services and schedule a complimentary one-hour consultation with one of our educational consultants. 

Welcome to the team, Melissa!