Kristen Moon

Kristen is at the helm of Moon Prep, growing the brand into one of the top educational consultancies in the world, with a focus on U.S. medical programs. 

Location:
Atlanta, Georgia

Education:
MBA, Emory University
BS, Engineering, Stony Brook University

Bio:
As the founder and CEO of Moon Prep, Kristen Moon leads a team of experienced counselors dedicated to guiding students through every step of the admissions process. Under her leadership, the team provides personalized, one-on-one support for Medical School and Direct Medical applicants. The goal is to help families feel confident and prepared as their students navigate this competitive path.

In addition to Moon Prep, Kristen is the founder of Rising Researchers, a sister brand that expands her mission to provide young students with meaningful, hands-on research opportunities. Through personalized mentorship, Rising Researchers equips students with the tools they need not only to gain acceptance to highly selective academic programs, but to thrive in them.

As a published author and writer, Kristen regularly shares her insights into the evolving landscape of college admissions. Kristen’s expertise has been featured in leading outlets, including U.S. News & World Report, Forbes, Investopedia, MassMutual, Apple News, and Inc.

Check out her column on U.S. News for expert insights on gaining admission to the most competitive medical programs.