Montreal, Canada College Consulting
Bienvenue à Montréal! This historic Québécois city is as fresh and free-flowing as the vast Saint Lawrence river it lies beside, and its residents are as dynamic as they come. Known for their world-class food, festivals, and fiercely bilingual spirit, Montréalers don’t just embrace diversity, they thrive on it.
This is especially true for the city’s high school students. From solving physics problems over poutine to writing poetry on the way to a sugar shack, Montréal students have strong local pride but maintain an intensely global perspective. That’s why, attending schools like Lower Canada College, Kells Academy, and Selwyn House, they are more than prepared to thrive at the most competitive universities in North America and beyond.
At IvySummit, we share your ambitions, and we help you channel them into real results. With application advice informed by years of experience alongside our personalized support, we guide Montréal’s brightest students to the world’s top universities by making their profiles stand out in a crowded admissions landscape.
Our Process
Just like there is no other city like Montréal, At IvySummit, we believe that each student’s story is entirely unique. This belief is at the core of our philosophy, as we argue that the best applications are those that simply reflect students’ experiences and convey their personalities. That’s why we take the time to understand each of our clients on a deeper level, asking about their setbacks, their best times, and their future goals beginning on day one. This allows us to better understand who you are and give more informed advice on what you should include in your college application.
It can be hard to include everything there is to know about you in your application, but our experts have been helping students do so for more than 20 years. Even further, they know how to do so in a way that highlights your very best characteristics and makes you stand out from the competition. Ready to get to work? Contact us today to begin your college admissions journey.
Creating a High School Timeline
On top of traditional services tailored to the college applications process, we offer high school timeline guidance for students and families who are focused on getting ahead of the game. We do this because the decisions that you make throughout high school– from which classes you take to which activities you join and even which school you attend– can make a significant difference when it comes to college admissions. On top of that, high school goes by fast, and with so many deadlines for standardized tests, applications, and more, it can be difficult to keep track of everything.
That’s where IvySummit comes in. Our experts know exactly what elite colleges are looking for in terms of classes and extracurriculars, and they’ll help you make informed decisions that will set you up for success down the road. Moreover, we’ll help you create a personalized timeline to keep everything in order and make sure that you live your high school experience to the fullest.
Shaping a College List
And when the time comes to begin the college applications process itself, we’ll be right by your side to make all of the early decisions, especially the question of where you’ll be applying. Though it may seem simple, the difference between a bad college list and a good one is noteworthy, and it can have a significant impact on which school you choose to attend once applications are all said and done. With a bad list, you may be forced to go somewhere you’re unhappy with, but, with a good list, you’ll be able to choose between numerous good options.
But what makes a great college list? At IvySummit, we argue that it should consider your preferences on things like location and culture; your aspirations, both academically and for your career; as well as your personal and financial situation. It’s a delicate process, but our experts will help you shape a perfect, personalized college list that ensures you’ll be happy with wherever you choose to attend on decision day.
Essays
Ah, the college essay, a source of anxiety for high school seniors all across the world. Seeing how they represent the most important opportunity you have to explain who you are and why you deserve to be accepted to a college, this anxiety can be understood. However, with IvySummit by your side, it doesn’t have to be this way.
Yes, your essays are the key to your application, a chance to directly speak to admissions officers, and where you let your personality finally shine through. But, contrary to what some people may tell you, your essays do not need to change the world. When reading your essays, these colleges are looking to get to know you, to understand who you are, so when writing them, highlighting your own unique experiences in a compelling way is pretty much all it takes.
We admit that doing this in a few hundred words is difficult. But our IvySummit experts have the experience and skills necessary to help you tell your story in a creative and original way, strategically highlighting your best characteristics and making your case for acceptance all at the same time. Your essays are crucial, but, with IvySummit’s guidance, they don’t have to become a source of stress.
Maximizing Your Extracurriculars
Everyone knows about the importance of your essays, but many students overlook the importance of the other parts of your application, most notably the extracurricular section. Every college asks you to list the things you did outside of school, and when answering this question, you have two options.
You can do as most students do: describe your activities in a boring way and maybe mention one or two leadership positions that you had. Or you can do as IvySummit students do: use each activity to add depth to your overall application by concisely describing how it shaped your life, how you personally impacted the community involved, or a little bit of both. With a short word limit, this can be difficult, but it can make all the difference in the world. Maximizing your extracurriculars draws the attention of admissions officers by showing them what you’d bring to their campus both in the classroom and out, increasing your chances of acceptance.
Learn more about our college application guidance by reaching out to 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.
