Ananya, a driven and ambitious student, recently achieved her dream of gaining admission to the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn). Her journey, supported by ApplyEdge, a premier educational advisory firm, highlights the importance of personalized guidance and strategic planning in the college application process.
Crafting a Holistic Application with ApplyEdge
When asked how ApplyEdge helped her with her applications, Ananya shared, “ApplyEdge’s team helped me cultivate a holistic application by recommending extracurricular activities and summer programs that reflected my interests and allowed me to work on projects I am passionate about. They conducted workshops for essay-writing and even helped me shortlist the colleges that would be a perfect fit for me. From the initial 360-degree profile evaluation to college research sessions and essay brainstorming sessions, the team of ApplyEdge experts, both from India and the US, helped me stand out in every part of the college application process”.
Guidance and Support: A Seamless Experience
Ananya emphasized the invaluable support she received throughout her journey. “It was an extremely helpful experience, and the entire team was incredibly supportive. I was able to reach out whenever I had a doubt, and it would always be resolved promptly. The streamlined and detailed approach under the leadership of Mr. Pradeep and the entire team was extremely professional. All my sessions, from profile building to college selection to application branding and essay brainstorming and editing, were a smooth ride. The essay feedback, in particular, which was done by former admissions officers of top universities, was very insightful and helped me refine my essays and articulately present my thoughts”.
The Best Part of the ApplyEdge Experience
Reflecting on the most enjoyable aspects of her experience with ApplyEdge, Ananya said, “I think the best part was the essay workshops, essay brainstorming sessions, and the essay-writing aspect. I would always look forward to the feedback I would receive since it made editing my essays much easier. It was also interesting to see which areas I needed to improve upon and which were my strengths. I thoroughly enjoyed this process”.
Insightful College Essay Guidance
Ananya praised the hands-on and insightful nature of the essay guidance she received. “The feedback from the former admissions officers of Ivy League schools not only helps you identify your style of writing and where you can fine-tune details, but it also helps you understand how to edit and succinctly put forth your ideas in a creative manner. The ApplyEdge leadership team are alumni of some of the Ivy League and other top schools that most of us aspire to go to, and hence their advice and feedback are very useful. They are very knowledgeable about the nuances of applications to top-tier schools”.
Gratitude for Counselors, Essay Team, and Mentors
Expressing her gratitude, Ananya said, “Thank you. The whole college application journey is an extremely stressful and overwhelming one, yet you made this experience enjoyable and unforgettable. I would not have had the opportunity to attend my dream university, UPenn, without your support and guidance, and for that, I am deeply grateful. A special thanks to the entire ApplyEdge team in India and the US for helping me throughout the entire high school journey”.
Advice for Future Applicants
Ananya offered valuable advice for future applicants. “I would say identify your academic passion and try to link your extracurriculars to it. Write a research paper, conduct an internship, start a club, write a blog or anything that demonstrates your interest outside of the classroom. Additionally, don’t waste your summertime. That time is one of the most crucial stages since you have the free time to get a head start on your studies and also explore extracurriculars that interest you”.
Ananya’s success story is a testament to the impact of ApplyEdge’s comprehensive and personalized approach to college admissions. Her journey serves as an inspiration to future applicants, demonstrating that with the right guidance and determination, dreams of attending a top university like UPenn can become a reality.
About Applyedge
Applyedge is a boutique educational advisory firm dedicated to preparing students for admission to Ivy League schools and top-tier universities globally. Their personalized counseling approach bridges the gap between high school opportunities and the competitiveness required for elite university admissions. With a focus on minimizing application stress and maximizing success rates, Applyedge transforms aspirations into achievements.