Admissions Counseling
Every child is different and every school has a range of programs. While ranking sites give a general overview of schools and simplifies being able to think about schools, it misses the nuances of each student. We work to identify the following 3 areas with each student to help pick their own top schools!
FIT
Not every school is right for every student. During research, we look at academic programs, after-school options, school culture, and dorm life. With hundreds of schools, it’s important to consider all aspects of the school.
EXCEL
When applying to University in the US, college admissions care about how well you excelled at your school. Unlike highschool in China, admission officers don’t consider the school you went to, but instead what you did with your time there. Going to a top ranked school and being ranked near the bottom of your class is not as valuable as being the top student at a different school.
DIVERSIFY
Colleges look for students who are capable of contributing to multiple aspects of student life. Therefore, looking for schools with more opportunities for exploration and leadership will improve your potential college application.