5 Questions with Nilay Ersoy

Meet Nilay, the former Head of Country Operations!

Nilay Ersoy is a student at Harvard University, double majoring in Government (Data Science) and Economics.

She currently was working as the Global Director of Country Operations at Project Access, where she worked to strengthen communication and collaboration across Country Teams and the international team. Nilay’s journey at PA began in 2022 as a mentee applying to U.S. colleges, which inspired her to join as a Mentor and Outreach Officer for Team Germany after her admission to Harvard.

The shifting U.S. education landscape – and what this means for you?

U.S. universities are undergoing major changes, from banning legacy admissions to removing standardized test requirements and expanding financial aid. In this article, Anyka Chakravarty from Project Access explores how these shifts are opening doors for underrepresented students and what it means for applicants worldwide.

Aiming High With Project Access

Ceyda, a first-generation student from Germany recently admitted to Yale, shares her journey navigating self-doubt, work-life balance, and the U.S. admissions process. Through personal reflection and mentorship from Project Access, she offers grounded advice on essays, mindset, and staying true to your goals.