Tokyo College Consulting
Welcome to Tokyo, a sprawling metropolis that mixes tradition and innovation better than any other place in the world. Where serene cherry blossoms frame neon-lit skyscrapers while centuries-old shrines sit alongside blistering bullet trains, The Big Mikan is defined by its contrasts. The city’s incredible history and culture blends with its technological advancement and orientation towards the future to inspire students who are just as globally minded as they are rooted in tradition.
At schools like Tokyo International School, The British School in Tokyo, and The American School in Japan, these students aren’t just preparing for university, they’re preparing to learn and to lead on the world stage. Whether they’re mastering a new language or solving a problem set, Tokyo’s students bring the focus, originality, and intensity that top universities are looking for.
At IvySummit, we help your brilliance break through the noise. With one-on-one guidance and decades of experience, we help Tokyo’s students demonstrate their individuality and excellence through their applications, making them stand out just as boldly as the city they call home.
Our Strategy
We know that the college admissions process, especially when applying to schools internationally, can feel daunting at times. Juggling applications, essays, interviews, and more while trying to enjoy your final year of high school is difficult, and doing so alone is even more of a challenge.
That’s why IvySummit offers our services to students around the world to help make their college admissions journey hassle-free. With more than twenty years of experience and a team made up of former admissions officers, education consultants, and alumni from the world’s top colleges, we’ve developed a strategy to multiply your chances for success by centering your application around the most important thing in all of this: you.
At IvySummit, we get to know all of our students on a personal level so we better understand where they’re coming from and where they want to go. From there, we provided tailored advice on everything from school choice to interview prep, making sure to put your individuality at the core of all we do.
Shaping a College List
When applying to college, one of the first important questions to answer is where exactly you plan to apply. Though you may have some schools in mind, your list shouldn’t simply be composed of your favorite Ivy Leagues and a few backups, no matter how impressive your profile. To give yourself the best chance at not just admission but at finding a school that you’ll be able to call home, your college list must be balanced.
What do we mean by that? A good list should balance your preferences on things like school location, academic strengths, and more, while also factoring in your personal ambitions and career aspirations. With profound knowledge of each school you may be considering, our experts know how to balance all of this better than anyone else, and they can’t wait to work together to shape your perfect list.
Area of Excellence
At IvySummit, we believe that each student is unique, and a large part of that uniqueness comes from what we call your Area of Excellence. This is that certain talent, skill, or passion that you hold that separates you from your peers, that which will make your profile stand out to admissions officers at top schools. This area of excellence will be the centerpiece of your application, as our professionals will work with you to highlight it in each section, showing how you are a cut above the rest.
Essays
You’ve probably heard it before, but your essays are the most important part of your application. They are your best opportunity to introduce yourself to the admissions officer, tell them your story, and let your personality completely shine through. This can be a lot of pressure, and it causes most students to go overboard trying to impress the readers with their poetry or prose.
The secret about your essays is that they are actually simpler than you may realize. It’s all about recognizing what colleges are hoping to learn about you, giving it to them, and doing so in a creative and strategic way. It’s more difficult than that, but with IvySummit by your side, it doesn’t have to be.
Our team members have been helping students like you with their essays for years, and they’ve seen it all. That’s why, whatever your story and no matter the situation, they’ll help you brainstorm, choose the best prompts, and refine your essay to perfection. Interested? Reach out for a consultation today.
Extracurriculars
Just because your essays are the most important does not mean you should neglect the other parts of your application, especially not your extracurriculars section. Though it seems basic, as you’re simply asked to list what you’ve done outside of the classroom for the last four years, this portion can become your application’s secret weapon.
At IvySummit, we’ll show you how to use the few words you’re allowed for each activity to deepen your profile and shape your entire narrative. There, we’ll provide new details about your life that we may not have been able to include elsewhere, and we’ll use each one to show how you’ll make a positive impact on your future college campus in everything you do.
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.
