Your 2 Entry Points for US Admission Guidance
Each phase is designed to meet students where they are in their educational journey, providing targeted support that evolves with their needs as they move from early preparation to the final stages of application submission.
Early Engagement (Grades 8 or 9 to end of Grade 10):
Foundational Planning: Guidance on course selection to build a strong academic and personal profile.
Leadership and Extracurricular Guidance: Strategies for cultivating leadership skills and selecting impactful extracurricular and volunteer activities.
Summer Program Planning: Assistance in choosing summer programs that enhance academic skills or explore potential career interests.
Introduction to Standardized Testing: Begin exploring standardized tests like the SAT and ACT with an initial discussion on preparation strategies. This includes taking a diagnostic test to help determine which exam aligns best with the student’s abilities and learning style.
Skill Development: Workshops and referrals for developing key skills such as time management, study skills, research techniques, effective communication, and critical thinking.
Early College Awareness: Introduction to the landscape of higher education, including types of institutions and what they offer.
Preliminary College Visits and Research: Assistance in organizing campus visits and initiating detailed research on potential colleges.
Advanced Preparation (Starting Grade 10 or 11):
Focused SAT/ACT Preparation Guidance: Provide referrals to expert test preparation tutoring services for intensive coaching and specialized strategies designed to maximize SAT or ACT test scores.
Comprehensive Application Strategy: Personalized advice on university selection, application nuances, timelines, and strategic decision-making.
Essay Writing Coaching: Specialized help in crafting compelling personal statements and supplemental essays that resonate with admissions officers.
Leadership and Extracurricular Enhancement: Ongoing advice on deepening involvement in activities, showing initiative, and leadership.
Summer Program Applications: Guidance on securing placements in competitive summer programs aligned with university admission goals.
Final List of Schools and Application Review: Finalizing college/university choices and strategy as well as reviewing applications to ensure completeness and competitiveness.
Comprehensive Engagement Discount (Starting in Grade 8 or 9 to Graduation)
For families who choose to begin their journey with Select College Admissions as early as grades 8 or 9 and commit to the complete package through grade 12, we offer a special discount. This comprehensive package not only ensures a seamless, integrated approach to post-secondary preparation, from early skill development to advanced application strategies but also guarantees a reserved space in our program throughout the student’s high school career. This commitment allows us to provide consistent, tailored guidance, ensuring no disruption in support as students transition from foundational planning to focused preparation, maximizing their potential for success in the university admissions process.
Throughout the process, we keep parents informed and in the loop with regular reports sent via our online platform.