Ann Cinelli, M.Ed.
College Consultant Director
Ann Cinelli, M.Ed., bridges the gap between high school execution and university expectations as a College Consultant Director at Access College America. Ann is a State-Certified School Counselor with a Master’s Degree in Education whose institutional authority is highly sought after by top-tier universities. She is an invited member of the Admission Advisor Councils for both Purdue University and Baylor University, where she collaborates directly with campus admissions leadership on emerging trends and policies. This exclusive access gives ACA families rare, early insights into university program updates and shifting admissions standards.
Ann has over a decade of experience guiding students through the college admissions process. She specializes in helping students build balanced, strategic college lists and navigate highly selective admissions, with a strong focus on STEM pathways, including computer science, business, and BS/MD programs.
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Master's Degree in Education
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Texas Educator Certificate (School Counselor)
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Member of NACAC and ASCA
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State Board for Educator Certification
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University Ties: Advisory Council seats at Purdue and Baylor University
Ann Cinelli enjoys golfing.
Professional Experience & Impact
Ann brings a unique, bi-regional perspective to her work, having grown up in New York, attended college in Massachusetts, and now serving students in Texas. Her familiarity with both Northeast and Southern institutions allows her to guide families with a broader, more strategic lens, particularly for students targeting competitive out-of-state options.
Since relocating to Texas in 2016, Ann has worked extensively with students pursuing rigorous academic pathways and highly selective universities. She has deep experience advising STEM-focused applicants and has supported students applying to competitive programs through both hands-on counseling and firsthand exposure to campuses via college visits and counselor fly-ins.
Ann’s background in health science also informs her holistic advising approach, with an emphasis on supporting students’ academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being throughout the admissions journey.
Leadership, Memberships & National Involvement
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Member, National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
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Member, American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
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Member, Admission Advisor Councils
Purdue University and Baylor University-
Collaborates with admissions leadership on trends, policies, and the student application experience
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Provides practitioner feedback to improve university communication and admissions processes
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Receives early insight into admissions updates and program changes
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Recognized by universities as a trusted advisor working closely with applicants
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Access College America Recognition
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2024 First Quarter Employee Award
Personal
A proud New Yorker at heart, Ann now resides in Texas with her family. She enjoys spending time with her daughter, an avid soccer player, and stays active through exercise, travel, and cheering on her favorite New York sports teams.
“We had an outstanding experience working with Ann at Access College America. The teamdid a fantastic job matching our son with her - she was truly the perfect fit! Ann is incredibly easy to work with, highly organized, and consistently provided clear, actionable steps that helped our son stay on track. That level of structure was especially important given his very rigorous academic workload. She made what could have been an overwhelming process feel manageable and focused. When we first started, our son was considering a completely different academic path, and Ann provided thoughtful, insightful guidance as he explored and ultimately shifted directions. She was always responsive, encouraging, and full of helpful ideas at every stage of the process. We are so grateful for her support and would highly recommend Ann and Access College America to any family looking for expert, personalized college guidance."
Kristen D. (parent)