How to get into Top US colleges - Former Admission Officer
Join Rostrum Education for a webinar with Sonja, a former admission officer at Columbia and UPenn as she guides you through the nuances of the college application process and educational development.
Sonja holds a master's degree in International Educational Development from the University of Pennsylvania. Her passion for education has led her to work in admissions offices at Columbia and UPenn, and later serve as the Director of International Programs at Penn's Graduate School of Education, where she crafted specialized programs for scholars from China, Egypt, Japan, and South Korea. Furthermore, Sonja has extensive experience as a college counsellor at prestigious independent schools across China, Jordan, Singapore, and the United States.
Recognizing the challenges inherent in the college application process, Sonja firmly believes that with the right guidance and support, it can be a rewarding journey of self-discovery and personal growth as students find their ideal college match.
The following questions will be covered during this webinar:
How important are extracurricular activities?
What is the importance of the essay in the application?
What should the ideal essay look like?
How to brainstorm and map the writing process of the essay?
What should be your application strategy?
How to make your application stand out?
How to research colleges and universities?
How to gather vital information concerning location, fees, and financial aid availability among other criteria?
How to utilize College Search tools to make a balanced list of institutions aligning with your preferences, whether in terms of academic programs, or extracurricular offerings
This thoughtful process ensures your college choices are well-informed and tailored to your academic and personal objectives.
Join us as Sonja shares her expertise, offering valuable insights and actionable advice on navigating the college application process.
It is especially beneficial for international students who can make the most of Sonja’s global exposure and cumulated experience having visited over 100 colleges and universities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Stay tuned for an engaging Q&A session following the webinar, where you can have your questions addressed directly by Sonja.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and make informed decisions for your educational future.
The webinar is free. Only registration is required.
