Margaret Stolte

Margaret is an enrollment and nonprofit professional motivated by facilitating pathways for underrepresented students in highly selective education and industry. She began her career at Barnard College in the Admissions Office, where she managed the student tour guide program and athletics recruitment for four years. In 2021, Margaret transitioned to the non-profit sector with A Better Chance, an education access organization placing families of color in the nation’s top independent schools for over 60 years. At A Better Chance, she spearheaded West Coast school placement, achieving a 33% increase in the state of California through strategic, data-driven methods and relationship building. Margaret then gained experience in finance and technology at the D. E. Shaw group, leading access programming for historically underrepresented students and professionals within the industry. In 2023, she re-joined A Better Chance in an inaugural role, overseeing national recruitment and admissions efforts. Margaret thrives in collaborative environments and is passionate about empowering families with information to make the best decision for them.