Yash Shahi

Hailing from the Oak Forest neighborhood in Houston, Texas, Yash brings with him years of tutoring and mentorship experience that have spanned his high school and college journey. This impressive track record included English tutoring for international students during high school and culminated in his selection as an Atlas Scholarship recipient for Rice University. Yash attributes his successful college admission to the Atlas Scholars program which helped develop his profound essays. Yash’s strategic approach to college admissions involved honing his writing skills and presenting his high school accolades in a clear yet humble manner. Given his expertise, Yash is the perfect mentor if you are seeking guidance on crafting impactful essays highlighting leadership activities and service.

Beyond the classroom, Yash boasts a diverse range of extracurricular engagements. He’s an enthusiastic yoga practitioner, but also finds joy in activities such as tubing, hiking, and playing basketball. Yash’s fascination with personal finance drove him to volunteer at Junior Achievement of America to help teach financial literacy to students from underprivileged backgrounds. He’s also secured internships in both real estate and investment banking to further his knowledge of finance. When not immersed in work or outdoor adventures with friends, he dedicates his time to serving as a board member for the Rice South Asian Society, helping orchestrate cultural events highlighting the diversity of cultures within the Indian subcontinent.