Becky Chase, MEd
Essay Specialist
Based in Madison, CT
I’m Becky Chase, an Essay Specialist at College Matters. I focus on helping students craft college essays that genuinely reflect their unique talents, qualities, and personalities—so their writing sounds like them, not like what they think admissions officers want to hear.
I believe the best essays come from thoughtful reflection, careful listening, and a process that allows students to gain confidence in their own voices. I help students identify what matters most to them, shape their ideas clearly, and present their stories with authenticity and purpose.
My goal is for students to walk away not only with strong essays, but with a deeper understanding of themselves and what they bring to a college community.
My Approach
I bring many years of experience working in college environments. Earlier in my career, I served as the women’s tennis coach at Yale University and as a tennis and squash coach at Tufts University and Trinity College. These roles gave me firsthand insight into college life and the many ways students grow and contribute beyond the classroom.
I’ve also worked as a grant writer and educator internationally with organizations including the National Peace Foundation and Save the Children, experiences that shaped how I think about storytelling, purpose, and impact.
Experience and Perspective
I earned my B.A. in Psychology from Williams College, completed master’s-level coursework at Tufts University, and hold a Master of Education from Cambridge College in Massachusetts.
Since 2007, I’ve worked as an essay specialist both independently and with College Matters. I formally joined the College Matters team in 2012 and continue to bring my experience, insight, and enthusiasm for writing to the students I work with.