

US universities and colleges
With so many significant top universities in the UK and the US, securing a place at these highly selective institutions requires advanced planning. Our specialised higher education consultants mentor students and their families in all aspects of the preparation and application process for both local and international candidates. Through Quintessentially Education’s personalised approach, applicants applying to US universities and colleges learn how to be successful at the application stage, while also developing core skills essential to the next step in life.
Book a consultationPre-college
The path to studying at a US university begins not with applying but rather with the four preceding years of academic and extracurricular exploration. The activity sections of the Common, Coalition, UC and CUNY Application systems each require ten to twenty well-rounded yet targeted extracurricular pursuits. A student is often expected to include standardised test scores (ACT, SAT and AP), academic achievements and competitive accolades. From personalised profile-building to guidance on pre-college summer programs and campus tours, Quintessentially Education prepares students for the entire application process.
The path to studying at a US university begins not with applying but rather with the four preceding years of academic and extracurricular exploration. The activity sections of the Common, Coalition, UC and CUNY Application systems each require ten to twenty well-rounded yet targeted extracurricular pursuits. A student is often expected to include standardised test scores (ACT, SAT and AP), academic achievements and competitive accolades. From personalised profile-building to guidance on pre-college summer programs and campus tours, Quintessentially Education prepares students for the entire application process.
Undergraduate
Whether an in-state, out-of-state or international applicant, with thousands of US higher education institutions to choose from, including the Ivy League, Top Ten, Seven Sisters and Liberal Arts Colleges, Quintessentially Education’s student-centred and impartial approach focuses on identifying the applicant’s ideal program, degree major and lifestyle. With decades of combined experience, Quintessentially Education has successfully prepared candidates for all stages of the Common, Coalition, UC and CUNY applications.
Whether an in-state, out-of-state or international applicant, with thousands of US higher education institutions to choose from, including the Ivy League, Top Ten, Seven Sisters and Liberal Arts Colleges, Quintessentially Education’s student-centred and impartial approach focuses on identifying the applicant’s ideal program, degree major and lifestyle. With decades of combined experience, Quintessentially Education has successfully prepared candidates for all stages of the Common, Coalition, UC and CUNY applications.
Postgraduate
With postgraduate study options ranging from Professional Certification, Terminal Masters, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Juris Doctor (JD) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), the decision to undertake advanced study is only the first step in an applicant’s journey. From initial admissions tests (GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, et al.) to final offer decisions, Quintessentially Education is here to mentor each student on the educational pathway that best fits your academic, lifestyle and career goals.
With postgraduate study options ranging from Professional Certification, Terminal Masters, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Juris Doctor (JD) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), the decision to undertake advanced study is only the first step in an applicant’s journey. From initial admissions tests (GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, et al.) to final offer decisions, Quintessentially Education is here to mentor each student on the educational pathway that best fits your academic, lifestyle and career goals.
Transfer and study abroad
Whether permanent (transfer) or temporary (study abroad), Quintessentially Education’s student-focused approach extends to the decision to study at another university in the same country or abroad. From laddering towards an aspirational institution to shifting from a past misstep, on average, one to two million students transfer universities each academic year. Meanwhile, trimester, semester and full-year study abroad opportunities are available year-round for students interested in earning transferrable college credit through new experiences.
Whether permanent (transfer) or temporary (study abroad), Quintessentially Education’s student-focused approach extends to the decision to study at another university in the same country or abroad. From laddering towards an aspirational institution to shifting from a past misstep, on average, one to two million students transfer universities each academic year. Meanwhile, trimester, semester and full-year study abroad opportunities are available year-round for students interested in earning transferrable college credit through new experiences.