Understanding College Admissions: What International Families Living in the US Need to Know
Join Collegewise on Wednesday, June 4 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET to help your family understand what really matters in U.S. college applications and how to support your student through it all.
What Makes U.S. Admissions Different?
For many families who come to the U.S. from abroad, especially from countries where university admission is all about test scores and rankings, the American college process can feel like a mystery.
You want the best for your child. They’re bright, driven, and capable, so it’s natural to over-index on academics and test prep because in many systems, that is the strategy. But that approach will only get your teen to the starting line at competitive U. S. universities.
Every year, over 20,000 students are valedictorians. More than 20,000 score above 1500 on the SAT. Yet Harvard admits fewer than 2,000. Duke? Under 3,000. UCLA? Around 13,000.
And the once “standout” activities? Competitions, volunteering, piano, sports, they’re too common now.
Join Collegewise for a live conversation designed for families originally from outside the U.S. who are looking for clarity in the admissions process. We’ll unpack what colleges truly value, how admissions really work, and how to support your teen in ways that count.
Join our expert-led webinar to discover:
- How the U.S. college admissions process works and how it differs from systems in countries like the U.K., India, Germany, Korea, and China.
- What matters most on an application, from private versus public school to course selection and test scores to essays and activities.
- The hidden factors that influence admissions like institutional priorities and major selection.
- The most common mistakes families make when navigating the U.S. system and how to avoid them.
Register now and receive a free copy of our trusted U.S. college application deadlines guide when you attend!
