Mr Eric Simonelli

About

Eric Simonelli is the Co-Founder of Academic Admissions Advisors (AAA), where he provides personalized college admissions counseling to students and families navigating the increasingly competitive college admissions process. With more than 25 years of experience in secondary and higher education, Eric brings a unique perspective from both sides of the admissions process.

Eric spent 13 years as an Admissions Advisor and Athletic Liaison at the University of Rhode Island, followed by eight years as Director of College Counseling and Varsity Boys' Basketball Coach at La Salle Academy. His experience working directly in university admissions and high school college counseling provides families with valuable insight into how colleges evaluate applicants and what students can do to strengthen their candidacy.

Eric specializes in strategic college planning, college list development, application and essay guidance, financial aid and merit scholarship strategies, and athletic recruiting. He takes a highly individualized approach, helping students identify colleges that align with their academic strengths, personal interests, career goals, and financial considerations.

A former NCAA Division III basketball player, Hall of Fame inductee, and 1,000-point scorer, Eric also brings specialized knowledge of collegiate athletic recruiting and club sports opportunities.

Originally from Duxbury, Massachusetts, Eric earned his Bachelor of Science in Sports Management from Endicott College and his Master of Arts in Education from the University of Rhode Island.