At Insight, your counselor will leverage our extensive experience with international students applying to American as well as other International Universities. Our first step is to fully understand your secondary school and your individual situation. Once we have done this, we can make appropriate recommendations to maximize your opportunities in your local area and abroad. Our ultimate goal is to help you find colleges that are best suited for your academic and professional goals.
High School Counseling: Pre-Admissions Services
- Academic performance support
- TOEFL & IELTS planning
- Admissions Testing planning (SAT/PSAT, ACT, SAT Subject Tests, AP Exams)
- Educate on the value and purpose of extracurricular involvement in the American context and explore appropriate opportunities
- Summer Internship planning strategy, admissions
- College Visit trip planning
- College Exploration: American and non-American Universities
12th Grade: Admissions Services
- Navigate the teacher recommendation & secondary school report processes
- College selection research
- Should I apply only to American Universities?
- College Admissions Essays
- College Admissions Applications
- Alumni Interview practice & support
- Financial considerations & requirements for International applicants
- Application submission and follow-up
More information about High School & College Admissions Counseling
What Are Insight Students & Parents saying?
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“Our ACT instructor methods were so helpful and wonderful to have.”
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“We were extremely happy throughout the process – got much more than what we invested in Insight counseling.”
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“From their knowledge of all the colleges and resources, professionalism and the hands-on coaching, Insight has raised the bar! ”
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“Insight counselors truly care about students not only during their time at Insight but further along the road.”
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“I am currently a student at Carnegie Mellon University and I can honestly say that without Insight Education, I would not have gotten in.”
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“Sarah was a great mentor & worked with our kid in keeping him motivated & focused along the way. She is extremely knowledgeable ”
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“I wanted to thank Purvi from the bottom of my heart for guiding both of my kids through the maze of high school education.”
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“Our counselor really helped in educating us – the parents – on the process.”
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“I took an Insight SAT Boot Camp, and afterward I got 1570 on the SAT! 800 in MATH!”
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Transferring Between UC Campuses…Wait, That’s Possible?
May 13, 2020
You’ve probably heard about transferring from a community college to a UC institution, but did you know it’s possible to transfer between UC campuses? This is the path I took—I spent my first two years at UC Santa Barbara before transferri..
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Insight’s List of Colleges Accepting AP Credits 2020
April 30, 2020
THE FOLLOWING LISTS THE COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES ACCEPTING 2020 AP CREDITS Adelphi University: “We will still award Advanced Placement (AP) credit in the same way for virtual exams being offered by the College Board. We will also lend flexib..
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What’s the Best Online School Etiquette?
April 28, 2020
Online etiquette has always been an important part of life, but it is even more so now with all of us staying at home and social distancing. Insight Education has now moved to a virtual platform and so have many schools for the rest of the s..
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What Do the New UC and CSU Standardized Testing Requirements Mean For You?
April 19, 2020
Are you worried about the recent cancellations/postponements of the SAT and ACT? Are you wondering if any schools have changed their testing requirements and whether you should still take standardized tests? If so, please read on for important in..
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Online Extracurricular and Volunteering Ideas To Make the Most of Your Lockdown
April 19, 2020
So many of us have found our lives up ended during COVID-19. However, just because all of your extracurriculars have been canceled doesn’t mean you can’t still try to find ways make the best of this time at home. So at Insight Education, w..
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Choosing A College: Questions to Ask Alumni and Current Students
April 16, 2020
Congratulations, Class of 2020! Not only have you finished applying to college, but you’ve also now hopefully been accepted to a school and maybe even multiple schools! What are your next steps? As Insight counselor Amy mentioned in her ..
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How to Conduct a Virtual College Tour During COVID-19 Closures
March 24, 2020
Are you stuck at home because of Coronavirus fears? Or concerned about the high travel cost of college tours? Whatever the reason, more and more students and families are turning to virtual college tours and college research to learn about different ..
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20 wonderful years of Insight!
December 15, 2019
This year, 2019, Team Insight celebrated 20 wonderful years! We have been so blessed to share in the pivotal moments and journeys of so many wonderful students and families over the past 20 years, and 2019 was no different! We have enjoyed a busy y..
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5 Tips To Study Smarter – Not Harder!
December 7, 2019
Studying can be tough, especially if the content isn’t something you’re very excited about or you have a lot of other things on the go. Below are some tips to help you focus on studying smart. 1. Follow a clear study schedule. If..
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College Facts Friday: San Diego State University
November 22, 2019
This week for #CollegeFactsFriday, we’re talking about San Diego State University! 1. San Diego State has a strong statement of ethics: “Leadership starts here”. The statement is a fundamental principle that guides the acti..
