University & Careers
Our mission is to empower individuals by providing support and guidance as they navigate the challenging process of university applications and selection. We strive to instill passion and purpose in our students, and recognize the importance of addressing the needs of both students and parents in this endeavor.
To achieve this, our university counselors are dedicated to delivering a comprehensive range of services, including hosting regular events, delivering university preparation lessons and student workshops, coordinating university representative visits, sourcing helpful tools and resources, and acting as a sounding board for students and parents throughout the academic year. Our goal is to support student success and prepare them to pursue their education post graduation.
University & Careers
Counselors foster relationships
At KIS, our counseling team is dedicated to providing students with the most up-to-date and relevant guidance as they pursue their academic and career goals. To achieve this, our counselors maintain strong relationships with university representatives from around the world. Through these relationships, they stay abreast of current admissions requirements and trends, establish professional connections, and gain firsthand experience to pass on to students interested in various countries and institutions. This allows them to provide students with the most accurate and comprehensive information about the admissions process and the different institutions around the world, and to support them in making informed and confident decisions about their future.
University Preparation Classes and Student Workshops
KIS offers a holistic approach to university counseling, providing students with the necessary guidance and support to navigate the complex and challenging process of university applications and selection. To achieve this, our counseling team conducts class lessons and workshops for grades 9-12. These workshops aim to provide students with the tools and information they need to conduct effective university research, find the right fit university, plan their academic and standardized testing, discover their personal interests and support on writing their personal statements, understand the importance of co-curricular activities, and develop their resume. Additionally, it covers the application processes around the world, career exploration, conducting university visits, summer programs, decision-making, goal-setting, and leadership skills. Our goal is to empower students with the knowledge and resources necessary to make informed and confident decisions about their future.
Coffee with Counselors
is a monthly forum designed to provide valuable information and support to parents of secondary school students. Topics of discussion may include standardized testing, scholarship opportunities, and university application requirements. Our goal is to equip parents with the knowledge and resources to effectively support their children’s academic and personal growth throughout secondary school, and to confidently articulate that journey in their university applications.
University visits and fairs
KIS regularly organizes university visits and university fairs throughout the academic year to provide students with valuable insights and information about the admissions process, program offerings, scholarship opportunities, and campus life of various institutions. These events feature representatives from a diverse range of universities, who engage in direct interactions with students, answering their questions and providing guidance on the many aspects of the college application process. These events aim to provide our students with a comprehensive understanding of the various options available to them as they pursue their higher education goals.
MaiaLearning
At KIS, we are committed to providing our students and parents with the tools and resources needed to navigate the challenging process of university and career research and application. To support this effort, we make available to our community MaiaLearning, a software platform designed to help students discover paths aligned with their personality, strengths, and interests. It serves as an all in one tool for students, counselors, and families to plan academic futures, manage university applications, and explore career options.
