• College Admissions

          A global boutique college consulting firm that works with a limited number of students each year, guiding them through the entire application process.

        • Ivy League Consultant
        • Admissions consulting for students looking to attend Ivy League and highly selective schools.
        • Essay Editing
        • We meticulously edit your essays to ensure clarity, coherence, and correctness, aligning them with the expectations of the admissions process.
        • International Student Consultant
        • Leading college admissions firm providing unmatched guidance for international students wanting to study at top tier US colleges.
        • Athletic Recruitment
        • We help students-athletes through the recruiting process at Ivy League, D-1, and D-III levels.
        • Transfer Admissions
        • Looking to transfer to a more selective school? We can help provide guidance through this challenging process
        • Counseling Services

          We provide a variety of options for our clients as they work through the pre-application process and admissions cycle.

        • School Packages
        • We offer 8-school and 15-school packages for students applying to US colleges.
        • Hourly Consulting
        • Our consultants are available on an hourly basis with discounts provided for 10 and 20 hour blocks.
        • Extracurricular Activities
        • We provide individualized assistance for all of our clients in regard to what activities to focus on throughout the pre-application process and admissions cycle.
        • IvySummit Research Institute
        • We work closely with our research partners to create a timeline and plans to maximize research opportunities for each client.
        • VIP: College Concierge
        • We travel with a limited number of our international clients every year to visit 40-50 boarding schools and colleges.
        • VIP: Application and Essay Intensive
        • We will meet with a client over a 7–10 day period at an agreed upon location and produce a finished common app personal statement and extracurricular activities section
        • VIP: Unlimited
        • We work with a limited number of our clients to guide them through applications to an unlimited number of schools.
        • Boarding Schools
        • We provide help with boarding school selections, essay editing, and interview preparation.
        • College Acceptances

          With record-low acceptance rates and record-high applications, students must produce a world-class application that separates them from the thousands of talented applicants.

        • MIT
        • We guide students through MIT's distinctive application process, focusing on course selection, project development, and essay refinement.
        • CalTech
        • We align your talents with Caltech's innovation-driven ethos through targeted guidance.
        • Stanford
        • We shape your application to reflect Stanford's innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
        • Harvard
        • We craft applications that align with Harvard's heritage of excellence, unlocking your potential for success.
        • Princeton
        • We fine-tune your pathway to success by aligning your unique potential with Princeton's prestigious standards.
        • Yale
        • We tailor your application to resonate with Yale’s commitment to excellence and innovation.
        • Columbia
        • With an eye on Columbia's intellectual rigor, we help mold your profile to fit their culture of ambitious learning and growth.
        • Johns Hopkins
        • Focusing on your medical and research aspirations, we align your talents with Johns Hopkins' world-renowned programs.
        • Vanderbilt
        • Emphasizing personal growth and achievement, we'll shape your application to reflect Vanderbilt's vibrant community and academic strengths.
        • UC Berkeley
        • Targeting UC Berkeley's passion for entrepreneurship and social change, we facilitate your journey to be part of their trailblazing environment.
        • UCLA
        • Matching your creativity and innovation with UCLA's diverse fields, we guide your application to thrive in their dynamic setting.
        • UVA
        • In line with UVA's rich traditions and public service focus, we craft your profile to mirror their community's values.
        • Cornell
        • Aligning with Cornell's multifaceted academic pursuits, we ensure your application highlights your unique capabilities and passions.
        • Georgia Tech
        • Integrating your technological and scientific interests, we tailor your application to fit Georgia Tech's forward-thinking approach.
        • Northwestern
        • With Northwestern's blend of arts and sciences, we work to sculpt your application to resonate with their interdisciplinary vision.
        • Dartmouth
        • Emphasizing your engagement with global challenges, we design your application to reflect Dartmouth's commitment to meaningful impact.
        • UPenn
        • Balancing your business acumen and innovative thinking, we align your application with UPenn's blend of tradition and modernity.
        • Carnegie Mellon
        • Highlighting your prowess in technology and the arts, we craft your application to echo Carnegie Mellon's interdisciplinary excellence.
        • Duke
        • Integrating your leadership qualities and academic strengths, we tailor your application to meet Duke's diverse and dynamic environment.
        • UChicago
        • Through your intellectual curiosity and rigorous inquiry, we shape your application to connect with UChicago's academic ethos.
        • Brown
        • Tailoring your passions, we guide your application to fit Brown's unique curriculum.
        • Rice
        • Navigating Rice's emphasis on collaboration and innovation, we fine-tune your application to resonate with their community values.
        • About Us

          A global boutique college consulting firm that works with a limited number of students each year, guiding them through the entire application process.

        • Our Process
        • From your extracurricular descriptions to line-by-line essay editing, we will perfect every component of your application to earn you a spot at a top-tier school.
        • Meet the Team
        • With our expertise, we will work one-on-one with you to craft a unique story that highlights your accomplishments and sets you apart from the competition

Our Process

Our Process

Charting Your College Path to Excellence: IvySummit's Expert Application Guidance

Navigating College Admissions with an Expert Team for Success

Securing admission to a top US university is exceptionally competitive and necessitates a remarkable application. At IvySummit, our college admissions specialists provide invaluable expertise and insights to streamline your application. Additionally, our professional editors meticulously refine and enhance your essays. Drawing from our extensive experience evaluating numerous college applications, we possess a deep understanding of what resonates with admissions committees. We take a personalized approach with every student, customizing their application to align with their distinct goals and aspirations.

Our Process

Strategic Applicant Assessment: Crafting Your Unique College Journey

Assessing College Applicants prior to embarking on your application journey, we conduct a thorough evaluation of your strengths, areas for growth, and your current academic standing. Outstanding grades and an array of achievements represent only the initial phase of assembling a comprehensive admissions portfolio. To captivate the attention of college admissions officers, we immerse ourselves in discovery sessions, aiming to unveil your individuality beyond your role as a student. We delve into your aspirations, passions, and the sparks that ignite your enthusiasm for learning. Our objective is to grasp your vision of the ideal college experience. Unearthing the perfect school fit has the potential to transform “good” college years into genuinely unforgettable ones. As we conclude this process, we will possess a finely-drawn representation of your unique identity, your strengths, and any challenges that may require attention in shaping your application package.

Applicant Development for College Admissions

While perfection is elusive, the most competitive applicants can project an image of remarkable strength with minimal weaknesses. We partner with you to accentuate your strengths and address any weaknesses unearthed during our exploratory sessions. Leveraging our insights as former college admissions officers, we possess a keen awareness of which elements in your application will leave a lasting impression, be it positively or negatively. Our track record is a testament to our ability to shape applicants and their application portfolios into the type of students coveted by the nation’s leading institutions.

Comprehensive College Application Support

IvySummit‘s team of experienced college application specialists will assist you at each phase of the application process. With a track record of successfully guiding many students through college applications and interviews, we are committed to delivering favorable results for our clients. We’ll create a tailored, winning strategy for each of your target schools. Trust our expert guidance to streamline your application and interview experience, greatly enhancing your prospects for success.

Why Our Clients Excel in the Application Process:

  1. Authentic Self-Expression: We encourage you to embrace your unique writing style, whether it’s humorous, poetic, or precise. There’s no one-size-fits-all “correct” topic; instead, we help you pinpoint subjects that genuinely reflect your personality and interests. Our guidance focuses on creating essays that are both passionate and clear, rather than fixating on what applicants assume the admissions committee desires.
  2. The Power of Specifics: We help you become precise and unequivocal about your interests, what draws you to the university, your intended major, and more. For instance, instead of expressing a general interest in engineering, we encourage you to dive into your passion for nanotechnology in nutrition, creating a more compelling narrative. Rather than simply acknowledging a school’s robust economics department, we assist you in highlighting your enthusiasm for aiding small businesses through microlending programs. Committing to specific examples or interests not only makes you memorable but also demonstrates intellectual curiosity and deep reflection.
  3. Your Application as a Narrative: Each component of your application offers an opportunity to share a part of your story, including essays, resumes, interviews, letters of recommendation, and more. As you work on each section, keep your audience in mind – individuals who may not be familiar with you. Your application should enable them to construct a comprehensive image of who you are and determine if you are an ideal fit for their institution. For instance, if your letter of recommendation comes from your science fair advisor, you can focus your essays on different aspects of your life. If you have a passion for jazz dance, even if it’s not your primary extracurricular activity, it’s a topic worth discussing in an interview. Your life story comprises many facets, and a well-rounded application showcases these various dimensions.

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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