Mentors. Strategists.
Admissions Experts.
We are dedicated to guiding students in maximizing their potential and achieving their higher education goals with the support of a diverse team of experts.
Mentors. Strategists.
Admissions Experts.
We are dedicated to guiding students in maximizing their potential and achieving their higher education goals with the support of a diverse team of experts.
Fueling Your Journey to Success
At HigherEdge, we guide students through the application process to top colleges and universities abroad, leveraging personalized support and strategic planning.
Our approach extends beyond academia, empowering students to
strategically showcase their unique experiences and talents with confidence.
- Greater clarity and direction in career goals and aspirations
- Strategic planning with actionable goals aligned with admissions requirements of top universities worldwide
- High-level academic preparation that enables students to thrive within rigorous university programs
$35M+
in scholarships awarded to our students in the last 10 years
20
countries our students have originated from
70%
of our students have been admitted to top 40 national universities and liberal arts colleges in the US
85%
of our 2022 students were admitted to one of their top 3 choices
What we do
At HigherEdge, we know how difficult being a young adult can be, particularly during the transition from high school to college and from the workforce to graduate school.
These periods are crucial turning points during which students need to actively explore their interests and identity, becoming aware of their unique strengths and personality traits as they make a number of decisions that will help determine the rest of their lives.
From exploring academic interests and selecting the right colleges and universities to crafting compelling personal statements and navigating financial aid options, our team is dedicated to supporting students in this process and ensuring that every student’s application stands out.
Our Services
- Vocational Counseling
- Extracurricular Activity Support
- Guidance with HS course selection
- PSAT Prep
- Vocational Counseling
- Extracurricular Activity Support
- SAT Prep
- Best-fit university research
- One-on-one essay brainstorming and editing
- Financial aid & scholarship counsel
- Post-application guidance
- GMAT/GRE Prep
- Best-fit university research
- CV editing
- One-on-one essay brainstorming and revision
- Financial aid & Scholarship counsel
- Post-application guidance
Where do I start?
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Frequently Asked Questions
When it comes to counseling, essays, and applications, we usually work with students between 6 and 18 months, though in the case of undergraduate applicants, we have students who start as early as ninth grade. When it comes to standardized test prep at all levels, we usually work with undergraduate and graduate applicants between 3 and 9 months.
Yes. We successfully help students apply to top colleges and universities all over the world.
Yes. We consider each family’s financial needs when guiding our students in their college application process. Our counselors have vast experience supporting students and their parents as they apply for both merit scholarships and need-based financial aid applications.
We enjoy working with students from a wide diversity of backgrounds, academic interests, and talents. What most of our students have in common is self-motivation, curiosity, a sense of responsibility, and independence. Additionally, all of our students have strong English skills, and they usually come from American-system or IB schools.
Both. Depending on your location, we may be able to offer you in-person classes and counseling sessions.
The first step is to book a free personalized information session, which we use as an opportunity to get to know you, give you recommendations on your academic and extracurricular pursuits, and provide you with an overview of the application process, as well as the details and costs of our services.
In the case of undergraduate applicants, the sooner the better! Most of our students start towards the end of tenth grade.
In the case of transfer and graduate applicants, we recommend starting at least 6 months before your earliest deadline if you only want support with counseling, essays, and applications. If you require test preparation as well, you should start several months earlier.
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