“Without the course, the interview would have been like taking a test without studying the material.”
Brent C., Mary Institute Country Day School (MICDS)
Awarded the Dean’s Scholarship
Univ. of Southern California
“I walked into my scholarship and college interviews knowing exactly what I wanted to say, and felt confident doing so. You never want to leave an interview thinking I wish I had said this, and Mrs. Murray makes sure that doesn’t happen. Getting into college is a tough process, and any help you can get can only benefit you. Seriously, thanks for everything!”
Liz D., Ladue High School
Awarded the Robertson Scholarship
Univ. of North Carolina & Duke Univ.
“The message mapping really helped me tie together all of my activities into a more cohesive package. Also, talking about what they expected out of the interview helped me to relax and truly be myself.”
Julia S., MICDS
Awarded the Morehead Scholarship
Univ. of North Carolina
“Message mapping helped me immensely when I was interviewing and throughout the finals weekend. Thank you for all of your help.”
Jamie C.
Awarded the Hunt Scholarship
Southern Methodist University
“A wonderful, indispensable program that I would recommend to anyone!”
C.R.
Univ. of Pennsylvania
“My interviewing skills for college are applicable to my every day life. When our tennis team won State, I was perfectly comfortable speaking to the St. Louis Post Dispatch.”
Kathering G., Ladue High School
Medical Student, Univ. of Missouri at Kansas City
“I learned a lot about what a person thinks when they talk to me and how to bring up my accomplishments without sounding arrogant.”
Gerald A.
Notre Dame
“Of all the college prep, this was far and away the best use of time.”
Carrie B., Villa Duchesne
Univ. of Missouri at Columbia
“I felt very comfortable with Mrs. Murray. Her great personality helped me to talk opening and ask questions. Very helpful!”
Matt T., Chaminade High School
“It teaches you to direct an interview instead of being defenseless. Very helpful.”
Whitfield student
“The videotaping gave me a chance to see what other people see.”
David B., Parkway Central
University of Missouri/Rolla
“Great opportunity to find the strong points in ‘your story’ !”
Katie R.
“I never realized how quiet I was until I saw the video! Even though my dad would yell at me to stop mumbling, I figured he was just hard of hearing. However, after reviewing myself on the videotape, I realized I AM a quiet person and I need to speak up to be heard. Thanks a gazillion!”
K.S., Visitation Academy
“The videotaping was most valuable to me because it allowed me to become aware of how I come off to other people and the message mapping helped me organize my résumé. This course really helps you learn how to present yourself without all the “likes”, “ums” and insignificant details.”
Catherine
Washington & Lee University
“It helped me tremendously and I thought I knew it before, but I didn’t. Awesome!”
Mary W.
Washington University
“Public speaking and interviewing, like most things, requires practice. The skills learned in Murray Prep not only helped me with my interviews for college, but for speaking in school and for job interviews.”
L.D., Ladue High School
“I learned to incorporate my activities and accomplishments into almost any answer without bragging or sounding fake. The interview coaching made me much more comfortable and was also very helpful in writing my college essays.”
Susie M.
Georgetown University
“Do it whether you think you need it or not – and this can help you all your life. People skills and communication will always be very important no matter what you do.”
Annie H., MICDS
“The 4 meeting process was an excellent way to learn how to interview, learn more about yourself, and get a head start in planning your college résumé.”
Andrew L.
Univ. of Pennsylvania
“It made me confident, reassured, and even more importantly, polished.”
Melissa G.
Johns Hopkins University
“Murray Prep helped me find solutions to broad questions and guidance in my presentation manner and content.”
MICDS student
“I feel it has helped me be able to get what I’m trying to say across in a more direct and effective manner.”
Lindsey H.
University of Denver
“Mrs. Murray taught me more in her preparation sessions than any other consultant. Her communication training not only prepares you for college, but more importantly, for life!”
Margaret T.
Miami of Ohio University
“Murray Prep gives you many useful pointers that you would have never know about. It definitely helped me become better in interviews.”
Abby M., MICDS
“It’s not only important for interviewing at our level, but also teaches you important skills that will come in handy for your future.”
Molly F., MICDS
“It’s a good idea because you actually get to see how you come off to someone.”
Elizabeth, MICDS
“It really helps point out the flaws and then you work on them.”
B.H., MICDS
“The course is really helpful in learning how to present yourself in the best light.”
A.L., MICDS
“EVERYTHING completely changed the way I interview. I disliked the videotaping because it showed my weaknesses . . . but I got over it. You’re the BEST!”
Nick H., MICDS
“It not only helped me with an interview, but also helped me with college essays.”
Jim R.
“It was very helpful brainstorming topics and paths to follow.”
Jono C., MICDS
“It’s a good idea because you don’t typically realize all that you really are saying.”
Elizabeth M., MICDS
“Do it!”
J.N., Parkway West High School
