Scottsdale College Consulting
From its historical roots as “The West’s Most Western Town” to its present-day status as one of America’s premier tourist destinations and fastest-growing places, Scottsdale is a city with a bright future. And the same can be said for its students who attend schools as pristine as the Tonto National Forest and have ambitions as lofty as the McDowell Mountains.
From Rancho Solano Preparatory School to Notre Dame Preparatory High School and every school in between, Scottsdale’s students are more than prepared for college, but the application process can often feel as stressful as teeing off at the 16th hole of the WM Open. Which schools do you apply to? How do you organize your deadlines? What should you include in your essays?
If you are asking yourself questions like these, IvySummit is here to help. With more than two decades of experience helping students like you get into the schools of their dreams, we have the answers, and we’re excited to get started on this journey together.
Our Process
At IvySummit, our core belief is that each student is unique, and their college applications should reflect this uniqueness. The top colleges and universities aren’t looking for students who just blend into their environment or simply do what everyone else does. They are looking for students who will come onto their campus with a purpose and leave a meaningful impact.
This is why we help each student highlight what makes them special, and we ensure that each portion of their application is carefully tailored to drive this point home. Our experienced professionals have helped thousands of students perfect their applications, and we’re prepared to help you do the same. See more about our process below.
Building a College Listv
When preparing to apply for college, one of the first things to do is choose where you will send your application. Though this can feel like the easiest step, to maximize your chances of admission to the schools of your dreams, you must be strategic. Relying solely on rankings, personal advice, or biased materials published by the colleges themselves can cause you to miss out on life-changing opportunities.
However, with the help of IvySummit, you will benefit from knowledge that we’ve gained over more than twenty years of working in the industry. We know each school like the back of our hand– their weaknesses, strengths, campus culture, and even vibes– and we will work with you to build a school list that perfectly matches your desires and ambitions.
Expanding Extra Curriculars
Every high school student participates in extracurricular activities, and all colleges ask you to list them when you apply. Most students simply put the activity and maybe a few words explaining what they did, and that’s it. And most students get rejected from the top colleges and universities. However, you are not most students.
You, with IvySummit’s help, will learn how to expand your list of extracurriculars to something that enhances your entire profile. We will illustrate how you positively impacted the communities you were a part of and how you will continue to do so in college, and together, we will show them why you deserve to be accepted to the schools of your dreams.
Intellectual Vitality
In addition to telling your life story and highlighting your unique characteristics in your application, it is important that all of our applicants demonstrate one specific trait: intellectual vitality. This essentially means: you have to show them that you love to explore, to learn new things, and to engage with others to expand your perspective.
The campuses of the world’s best universities are big places filled with people of all stripes constantly solving problems and calling out future ones to be solved. Admissions officers want to see that you will add something to this atmosphere, but how do you prove that you will? That’s where IvySummit comes in. We will help you exhibit your intellectual vitality throughout your application, showing them why you belong.
Curious? Learn more about the importance of intellectual vitality by contacting us today.
Essays
Writing college essays can be difficult, we know. How are you supposed to convey your entire life’s story with its ups and downs, twists and turns, in 650 words or less?
Most students think that they must include everything, showing how they have already changed the world, but this is simply not the case. Yes, you should be creative and try to be original, but you don’t have to reinvent the wheel.
We know it can feel like a lot of pressure, and striking the right balance is hard. But that’s why we’re here. From the brainstorming phase to submitting the last supplementals, we’ve been helping students like you find the perfect way to express their stories for years, and we can’t wait to hear yours.
IvySummit is a premier college consulting firm with a proven track record in expertly guiding students from across the globe through the complex and nuanced college application process. Our specialized focus lies in helping students achieve their aspirations of gaining admission to Ivy League institutions and other esteemed universities in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. With our persistent commitment to excellence, we provide tailored guidance and support to ensure our clients stand out and thrive in the highly competitive world of college admissions.
At IvySummit, our commitment lies in discovering the perfect match for our clients and supporting them wholeheartedly on their path to success. We strive to understand their unique aspirations and provide expert guidance, empowering them to embark on a transformative journey towards achieving their dreams.
