Jiao M

I’m originally from Shanghai, China, later moved to Tokyo, Japan and lived there for 14 years until I relocated to Seattle for my undergraduate studies. As a Chinese citizen living abroad for many years, I understand the concerns that the Chinese students may have in both academic and cultural aspects. I hope to provide practical advice to make their transition as smooth as possible. With my own experience in applying and being admitted to several graduate programs in the U.S, (at Harvard, Cal Tech, UCLA, University of Washington, etc), I can effectively assist students with the application process, especially those who are pursuing an academic career in science. Finally, with my extensive teaching experience in both classroom setting and one-on-one tutoring, I’m skilled to lead group discussions as well as carry out conversation based on individual needs. More importantly, through interacting with students from different countries over the years, I've developed keen ear for the way non-native English speakers express themselves. I can quickly understand what they are trying to convey and anticipate their needs. This would allow me to adequately guide the conversation and assist in constructing ideas that best suit each person's case.