Description of Services : University Preparation from A-Z
Working with
International High School Students: Motivating and Creating a strong academic record with IB courses (Certified IB HL and SL English Examiner) SAT ACT IELTS and TOEFL prep
Extracurricular Activities keeping students on track
College Preparation: Introduction to college choices
College selections- College Applications Guidance in writing essays reflecting the student's voice Professional Editing
College Visits and Interviews
Final Decisions
Transfer Applicants
Description of Experience : Guiding families through the college application process from A-Z
Starting from High School to the final decision
Academic advising on what courses students should pursue judging by their strengths, interests and university choice
Expert advice and individual solutions on overcoming and making up for academic weaknesses
Creating study schedules for Standardized testing (PSAT in Grade 9, SAT and ACT prep should typically start by the end of Grade 10) and providing resources for preparation
Building and cultivating their extracurricular activities
Finding summer programs for academic preparation, volunteering or extracurricular enrichment
Helping student create the beginnings of a holistic resume
Planning college tours
Academic coaching for the final years in school (Internal assessments/ coursework, Extended Essays included)
Standardized tests and subject test academic advice
Developing a customized Testing Timetable
Resources and advising on the Personal Statement and College Essays
Final editing and consultation for the personal statement
Consulting on financial aid information, scholarships and grants (strategy and information)
Final, holistic evaluation and feedback
Alumni or Academic Interview prep advice
Guidance on Evaluating Admission Offers and the Final Decision
There is nothing more rewarding than being through the whole process with the family steadily steering the course to success through the highs and lows. Never loosing sight of the final outcome and seeing it develop and come to fruition