Admita English Form

The 10-module Admissions Curriculum
to Your Dream College

Finances and Scholarships

How much does it cost to study in the US?
What types of scholarships are available, and how much will they cover?
Who do universities decide who gets the scholarship?
How can you save money and even cut the expenses to 0?

Test Prep: SAT/ACT and other requirements

How important are test results, and what scores are necessary to get in?
How NOT to study for the exams and what mistakes students usually make?
SAT vs ACT: Which one to take and when should we start preparing?
International students: TOEFL, IELTS, DET - which one to take and how to prep?

Application Strategy: Your story

Which achievements matter most and which are simply “noise”?
How do we build a compelling story around everyday activities?
How do we choose which activities to highlight and which to cut?
How do we turn my child’s personality into a memorable application identity?

Building a List of Universities

How to maximize your chances through a "smart" list of universities?
Does the program I am applying to influence my admission chances?
Should we apply early decision (ED) or regular decision (RD)?
How do you properly research a university's resources?

Resume and Portfolio

How do you strategically put your strengths into a cohesive 1-pager?
What to NOT put on your resume?
How do you quantify an applicant's achievements and highlight their significance?
What is a portfolio, and why is it important?
What are the examples of portfolios that can make your application stand out?

Personal Statement/Essay

What should I write my essay about? What themes should I avoid?
What essay structure should I follow?
How to turn a dry list of achievements into an authentic storyline?
Why do some essays work and others don't?

Supplemental Essays

How do you smartly distribute your strengths across numerous supplemental essays?
How do you mention the most important things in as few as 100-200 words?
How do you write a compelling "Why Us?" essay?

Recommendation letters

What teacher should you NOT ask for a recommendation from?
Can we positively influence what the recommender writes about my child?
What are brag sheets, and why are they important?
Can I write a recommendation myself and ask my teacher to sign it?

Additional Documents

Do we need to submit diplomas, certificates, or other academic proofs?
What financial documents do U.S. universities require for admission?
Do we need translations for non-English transcripts and who should do them?
What documents do we need to apply for a US visa?

Interview

What interview questions are most likely to be asked, and how do I prepare?
What should I NOT say in an interview?
What mistakes do applicants commonly make during an interview?
Does an interview increase my chances of admission?