Process Flow
Apply
Step 1: Know The Candidate
Objective:
To gain an in-depth understanding of the student’s background, strengths, and aspirations.
Process:
Students and parents complete a comprehensive questionnaire comprising multiple-choice and free-text questions. This initial step ensures a holistic understanding of the candidate’s profile.
Key Add-ons:
- Interest Mapping: Incorporate tools to identify the student’s passions and align them with potential career paths.
- Parent-Specific Insights: Add targeted questions to understand family expectations and preferences.
Step 2: Student Value Profiling
Objective:
To assess the student’s abilities, preferences, and readiness comprehensively.
Components:
- IQ / Aptitude Tests: Evaluate intelligence and logical reasoning.
- Subject Knowledge Assessment: Identify strengths and align them with suitable academic streams.
- Personality Assessment: Psychometric tools like Thomas Profiling provide insights into the student’s persona.
- Language Proficiency: Assess fluency and competence levels.
- Academic Performance: Review grades and board performance.
- Readiness Index: Gauge parental preparedness (financial and emotional).
Key Add-ons:
- Career Alignment Tools: Use platforms to correlate test results with potential career trajectories.
- Benchmarking Reports: Compare students’ metrics with peer groups and Ivy League standards.
Step 3: Analysis Report
Deliverable:
A detailed 20-page report offering a comprehensive analysis of the student’s profile.
Purpose:
Guide decisions on major selection, college preferences, test preparation targets, skills gap analysis, and a roadmap for profile development.
Key Add-ons:
- Action Plan Summary: A one-page snapshot highlighting immediate and long-term goals.
- Resource Recommendations: Suggest books, courses, and experiences tailored to the student’s gaps.
Step 4: Student Profile Development
Objective:
Enhance the student’s academic and extracurricular impact.
Methodology:
- Design projects that showcase leadership and innovation.
- Select tailored courses or subjects to strengthen academic credentials.
- Facilitate collaborations with NGOs, startups, corporates, industries, and venture capitalists to enrich the student’s experiences.
Key Add-ons:
- Global Exposure Programs: Include recommendations for summer schools, international competitions, or internships.
- Skill Building Modules: Offer online and offline programs focused on coding, public speaking, or design thinking.
- Extracurricular Analysis: Evaluate and optimize the student’s extracurricular activities for strategic impact.
- Summer Planning: Strategize summer activities to align with the student’s long-term goals.
Step 5: Crafting Personal Narratives
Objective:
Develop compelling narratives that reflect the student’s unique story.
Scope:
- Create impactful College Application Portfolios (CAP).
- Draft Letters of Recommendation (LORs).
- Curate accreditations and certifications.
- Support essay writing with personalized guidance.
Key Enhancements:
- Narrative Development: Collaborate with students to craft a central narrative that aligns all elements of the application. This prevents the applicant from appearing scattered and allows readers to summarize the student’s essence in 1-2 sentences. For example:- “Rahul’s passion for environmental science is demonstrated through his research on sustainable agriculture with a local university professor, his leadership in organizing a community-wide recycling initiative, and his volunteer work at an environmental NGO. His goal is to innovate sustainable farming techniques that can combat food insecurity while addressing climate change. Rahul’s commitment to making a tangible environmental impact will enrich our campus community.”
- Strategic Essay Planning: Each section—essays, activities, awards—complements and reinforces the student’s core narrative.
- Common Application® or Coalition Application Personal Statement: Brainstorm, outline, guide, and edit.
- Supplemental Essays: Brainstorm, outline, guide, and edit.
- Strategic Activities List: Approach and refine the activities list and honors section to highlight strengths.
- Storytelling Workshops: Help students articulate their journey in essays and interviews.
- Resume/Brag Sheet Editing: Create professional, polished documents for applications.
Step 6: Application Support
Objective:
Simplify and streamline the application process.
Services:
- Assistance with applications across platforms (Common App, UC portals, state universities, and Coalition).
- Ensuring timely submission and accurate documentation.
Key Add-ons:
- Checklist Management: Use online platforms for deadline tracking.
- Mock Application Reviews: Simulate submissions to catch errors.
- Class Selection Guidance: Tailor academic plans for the next year based on college goals.
- Major Selection Guidance: Provide insights on choosing majors specific to each school.
- Decision Strategy: Guide students through early action, early decision, and regular decision options.
- College List Generation: Develop a tailored list of colleges specific to the student’s aspirations.
- Recommender Selection: Advise on the most effective choices for letters of recommendation.
- Final Application Review: Ensure all components align with the student’s narrative and goals.
Step 7: Post-Application Support
Objective:
Ensure a seamless transition to college.
Services:
- Interview preparation to help students confidently present themselves.
- Guidance on lodging, boarding, and settling into a new environment.
Key Add-ons:
- Visa Assistance: Provide resources and guidance for international students.
- Peer Networking: Connect admits to seniors or mentors at their chosen universities.
- College Visit Preparation: Equip students with strategies to maximize their visits.
- Decision Support: Help students evaluate offers and choose the best-fit college.