Milan, Italy College Consulting
In Milan, contrast is not simply a technique mastered by its famed fashion houses– it’s a lifestyle. Italy’s capital of industry, design, and innovation is a place where millennia old heritage meets contemporary flair, where the Duomo and Da Vinci masterpieces sit mere blocks away from sleek skyscrapers and buzzing tech startups. Milan is a city that celebrates both tradition and transformation, and its students are no different.
At top schools like the International School of Milan, St. Louis School, and the American School of Milan, students are immersed in a globally oriented environment that prizes creativity, intellect, and ambition. Whether their interests lie in the arts, economics, or anything in between, Milanese students bring passion and a distinctive worldview shaped by one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.
IvySummit is here to help channel that perspective into powerful college applications. With expert guidance and a personalized approach, we work with Milan’s students to turn their unique strengths into standout stories– perfectly tailored for college admissions success.
Our Process
IvySummit is a college admissions consulting firm made up of individuals hailing from top universities around the world focused on helping the next generation of global leaders benefit from attending an elite college. We’ve been in this business for more than twenty years, and our process has evolved as we’ve gained more knowledge, but our fundamental belief has always remained the same: every student is unique, and each application must reflect this uniqueness.
That’s why we begin by simply getting to know our students. Before diving into crafting your application, we take the time to ask questions about your past experiences, present situation, and future aspirations so that we better understand who you are. Then we walk you through each step of the process for all of the different schools you’ll apply to and help you use your application to convey this life story in the most direct, creative, and moving way possible. This can be hard to do, and making yourself stand out above your competition can be even harder, but with IvySummit by your side, nothing will stand in your way.
Building a College List
One of the first steps we’ll help you navigate is choosing where you’ll submit your applications. Though it may seem trivial, we’re committed to building the perfect college list because we know that a bad list, one with too many “reach” schools or with colleges you may not even really like, can spell disaster when the time comes to decide where you’ll be attending.
To avoid this, our IvySummit clients will apply using a list of schools that is balanced. By this we mean that your list will contain a well-thought-out combination of dream schools, target schools, and safeties in order to maximize your chance of having a good number of places to choose from after receiving all of your admissions letters. Even further, we’ll help you build a list that balances your preferences on things like school size and location, your current situation, and your personal and professional aspirations. With the perfect list in addition to a standout application, you’ll be sure to end up at a school that will become your home.
Intellectual Vitality
At IvySummit, we make sure that our students’ most unique characteristics are at the center of their application because this helps us show colleges why they should take you over other applicants. In general, showing how you’re different is what we aim for. However, there are some things we encourage all of our students to include in their applications, and one such thing is demonstrating Intellectual Vitality– a deep love for learning, curiosity about the world, and critical thinking ability.
We believe that intellectual vitality is important because it shows college admissions officers that not only are you capable of handling the rigor of an elite institution, you absolutely cannot wait to do so. You will go to class with a smile on your face, work as hard as you can on your assignments, and be a standout student even at the highest level. That is who these colleges are looking for, and, with our help, you’ll show that you’re a perfect match by highlighting your intellectual vitality in a subtle yet strategic way throughout your application.
Extracurriculars
Your extracurricular section is the secret weapon of your application. That’s because, unlike most other students who simply describe their activities in a dry, boring way, IvySummit students’ extracurriculars stand out like the newest collection on a Milan Fashion Week runway. They’re concise, full of descriptors, and able to grab the attention of even the sternest application reader.
Furthermore, our experts will help you illustrate how each activity has shaped your path in life, how you positively impacted the people you’ve been around, and what you’ll bring to the campuses you wish to join. We’ll tie each one into your overall narrative, and we’ll use this secret weapon to provide depth to your application that other candidates simply won’t have.
Essays
Finally, the most important section of your application– your essays. This is where you have the opportunity to communicate directly with the admissions officers and convince them that you’re worthy of acceptance. More than your GPA or your grades, this is where they look to understand who you are as a person and what you would bring to their school.
As you probably know, for each college you apply to, you’ll submit a few different essays: a more general personal statement and various supplementals that are specific to each institution. A standout application starts with a great personal statement, so that is what we’ll focus on first. Our professionals will work with you to select the best prompt, the ideal anecdotes, and a creative yet ordered structure that allows you to underline your best attributes most effectively. Then, once we’ve edited that to perfection, we’ll turn to the supplementals. These are about explaining why a particular university stands out to you and why you’re a good fit there, but they are also about giving schools even more detail about you that we may not have been able to fit in your personal statement.
Our IvySummit professionals will help you use the overall combination of these essays to tell every side of your unique story in a compelling manner to give you the best possible chance at acceptance to every school on your list. Learn more about our essay help services by contacting us 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.
