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The right college can open doors and prepare a student for lifelong fulfillment. We believe in helping students find their best college fits - so they become the strongest version of themselves. 

Jessie Brumfiel

Our Founder

Jessie Brumfiel, Element Admissions

Known for her calm, positive, and insightful approach to college admissions, Jessie enjoys helping students build confidence and achieve their best outcomes. Jessie's experience includes seven years in admissions at Occidental College in Los Angeles, a national highly-selective liberal arts college. Additionally, she's guided hundreds of families from around the world as an IEC and director of college counseling in private schools. She connects easily with teenagers, building relationships to help them discover their strengths and personal goals. Previously, she founded a boutique PR firm; she shares the power of storytelling with students for a competitive edge.

  • BA, Stanford University (English)
  • MA, University of Hawaii (Educational Leadership)
  • University campuses toured: 120+
  • Contributor to The New York Times College Admissions Blog

To my client families: thank you for the privilege of working with your children. They are each extraordinary, and they deserve the best we can give them.

- Jessie Brumfiel

Jessie's Philosophy

College can be a transformative experience and an investment that pays dividends for a lifetime. At the center of everything is a relationship: Jessie’s personal touch brings her clients peace of mind. She attentively serves all types of students, including student-athletes, gap-year students, and students with learning differences and neurodiverse strengths. As college affordability became more challenging, she developed client strategies for merit scholarships and successful appeal of financial aid offers. At Stanford, Jessie studied abroad at Oxford University, worked in the math department, and interned for the U.S. Department of Justice. Upon earning her degree, she taught English in Nove Zamke, Slovakia; she enjoys helping students seek global experiences. Jessie is blessed with two college-age sons whom she loves to visit in the Northwest. She is grateful for any chance to enjoy tennis, golf, gardening, coffee, and artisan bread.

Why Element Admissions


From the excitement of finding hidden gem colleges; to the clarity of discovering a career interest; to the value of unlocking the right major; to the rewards of submitting applications that win big scholarships; we mentor and encourage our students because we believe in their potential.

We want to see you truly thrive in college.

The Element Admissions Difference

One on One

One on One

You'll work with a senior admissions consultant who is dedicated to mentoring your child from start to finish.

Customized

Customized

You'll stand out with a personal admissions plan tailored to your child's individual strengths, interests, and goals.

Confident

Confident

Ask us anything. We know the unwritten rules and the current college landscape, so you can relax and steer clear of mistakes.

Ready to start your college journey?

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Ready to start the college admissions journey?

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jessie@elementadmissions.com

626-214-8353

2222 Foothill Blvd Ste E-244

La Cañada, CA 91011

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