Berlin, Germany College Consulting

Our Process

Guten Tag from Berlin, a thriving metropolis that doesn’t just evolve, it constantly reinvents itself. From its history as a powerful Prussian capital to serving as the front line of the Cold War to being a modern startup haven, Germany’s largest city has experienced incredible transformation. But for all these momentous changes, Berlin doesn’t sacrifice hype for history. A place where techno pulses in former power plants and street art blooms beside neoclassical facades, Berlin balances its past and present like nowhere else. It is a city that refuses to be defined, constantly shifting yet always unmistakably itself.

Boarding schools

Shaped by this unwavering attitude, Berlin’s bright students think independently, challenge convention, and engage deeply with the world around them. At schools like Berlin Brandenburg International School, Berlin International School, and Berlin Metropolitan School, whether they’re coding new technology, composing music, or tackling global policy issues, Berliners learn from a young age that bold ideas and bold voices matter.

At IvySummit, we help turn these sentiments into standout college applications. With tailored guidance and an experienced understanding of the admissions process, we help Berlin’s students turn their lived experiences into compelling, authentic narratives. If you’re ready to attend a top global university and bring your ideas to the world stage, IvySummit will help you get there. Contact us today to get started.

Our Strategy

Unlike Berlin’s constant transformation, our strategy here at IvySummit has remained basically unchanged for the last two decades, and it starts and ends with you. Our core belief is that every student’s application should be as unique as they are, which is why the first thing we do with all of our clients is simply get to know them. We’ll ask to hear about your goals in life, what you’ve been doing in school, and much more. This allows us to give better advice later about what you should highlight in your application so that admissions counselors will grasp your entire story.

After getting to know you, we’ll work with you throughout the entire process to ensure each section of your file contributes to this overall narrative and demonstrates what sets you apart. With so much experience, our professionals know exactly what colleges are looking for, and they’ll make your application stick out more than the Fernsehturm, increasing your chances of admission with every word.  

Shaping a College List

One of the most overlooked steps in the college applications process is taking time to compile a great college list. But while most students simply rely on rankings or questionable websites to form their list, IvySummit students will shape their list alongside college experts who are profoundly familiar with every school imaginable.

Our team members will help you compare everything from academic strengths to sports teams, making sure that each school on your list matches your personal preferences. Even further, they’ll ensure that your overall list balances your career aspirations, personal goals, and likelihood of admission. With an IvySummit college list on your side, by the time you’ve received all of your acceptance letters, you’ll have your pick of the lot, and we’ll be there to help you make that choice, too!

Area of Excellence

As mentioned, at IvySummit, our strategy starts and ends with you. Your individuality, what makes you different from any other applicant, is the most important thing that you can show throughout this process, and at its center is what we call your area of excellence.

This is that special characteristic or ability that you have that truly makes you unique, what makes admissions officers say “Wow!” This area of excellence can be anything– from your abilities in the chemistry lab to a club or competition you created that continues to have an impact today. Every student has one, and, whatever it is, we’ll find it together.

Once we have, we will make it central to your application, demonstrating that you are not only a well-rounded student but you have something that makes you truly unique. Colleges are constantly on the lookout for students who rise above the competition, and after reading about your area of excellence, they won’t rest until they get you on their campus.

Extracurriculars

Your area of excellence is key, and we’ll definitely mention it in your extracurriculars section, but this portion of the application also serves to highlight details that perhaps went unmentioned elsewhere. These hidden gems of information are critical to showing colleges all sides of you, but they can’t simply stand on their own.

The key to a great extracurriculars list is connecting each activity, showing how they all shaped you into the person you are today, and using them to demonstrate the positive effects you have on other people. With the help of IvySummit, we’ll use this section to illustrate that you are the whole package, capable of balancing schoolwork, hobbies, sports, clubs, and more, which is exactly what colleges want to see.

Essays

Last but certainly not least, your essays. More than anywhere else in your application, your essays are where you have the chance to show who you really are. In telling your life story, explaining your motivations, and discussing your aspirations, you have the opportunity to show colleges that you are just what they are looking for.

But it’s not easy. A typical personal statement must be 650 words and the average supplemental essay is even less, so how are you supposed to convey all of this information in a convincing way? Don’t worry, IvySummit is here. We’ve been helping students like you write original and strategic college essays for years. We’ll help you brainstorm the perfect anecdotes, find the best metaphors, pick the right prompts, and edit your essays to the finish line. After all, this is why we take the time to get to know you from the very beginning– so we can make sure that, through your essays, your whole story gets told in the best possible light.

If you’re feeling apprehensive about your essays and want an experienced guide to help you get into the schools of your dreams, reach out to IvySummit to begin this journey today.

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.

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