WE SCRIPT YOUR UNDERGRAD SUCCESS STORY WITH THE ELEVATE
From Career Discovery to Post Admit Services, we are with you till the end of your study abroad journey.
The Profile Perfection Promise
Shaping profiles that will shine on a global stage.
Elite institutions like the Ivy League, Stanford and Harvard look beyond your test scores and academics, seeking enterprising candidates with the right profile. Our commitment to your student success journey begins in high school, as we curate the right mix of internships and experiences to create a profile fit for the best. That’s the Onwardo Promise.
Enroll NowInternships at the high school level expose students to real-world work environments, helping them explore career paths, develop professional skills, and gain early insight into the world of work. With the right mix of opportunities, Onwardo shapes student profiles to signal interest, initiative, ambition, and clarity, attracting the attention of top universities worldwide.
Research enables students to go beyond the confines of traditional learning, helping them understand the fundamentals of the subject in greater depth. Our students receive guidance from mentors or academic experts who guide them through research and analysis, enabling them to produce original work and publish papers or presentations. This signals intellectual maturity, independent thinking and a passion for learning.
We curate incubator programs to challenge students to move beyond theory and create tangible outcomes such as startups, mobile apps, product prototypes, or social ventures. Under the guidance of mentors, students can gain exposure to real-world problems and get opportunities to develop entrepreneurial, technical, and collaborative skills.
Entrepreneurship is a sign of creating meaningful change. A student with hands-on experience in business makes a great candidate for top colleges worldwide. At Onwardo, we provide students with real-life opportunities to showcase their entrepreneurial skills. This, in turn, makes for great additions to essays and answers for personal interview questions at top colleges.
The right certification programs can enhance a student's academic profile, helping them also explore their chosen field at greater depth. At Onwardo, we encourage our students to pursue certifications in in-demand areas, such as coding, machine learning, or AI, which can enhance their candidacy. To the admissions committee, the student appears as a competent candidate who is genuinely committed to academics.
Admissions officers want to hear stories that bear testimony to a student’s values and real-world contributions. We curate experiences for students that enable them to participate in community services and social impact activities, such as fundraisers, sustainability campaigns, and tutoring the underprivileged, to showcase their initiative, empathy, and commitment to making a positive change. Apart from impressing the admissions committee, such experiences can also add depth to personal essays and interviews.
UG Case Studies
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Global Undergraduate Admission Consulting
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Profile:
SAT Score: 1500
GPA: 90%
Field:Architecture
Admits:
UPenn
Washington University in St. Louis
University of Michigan
University of Southern California
Rhode Island School of Design
Onwardo Impact
- Strong analysis and diagramming skills
- Hardworking mindset
- Lack of clarity about career path
- Lack of confidence in skills
- Weak academics and test scores
- Offered clarity about best career path.
- Boosted confidence in her abilities.
- Helped her zero in on architecture and sustainable design
- Highlighted her skills and helped improve her designs.
- Created a stellar portfolio that showed her strengths.
- Reviewed and realigned her application for top 10 US architecture programs instead of top 30.
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The Elevate 5 Track Advantage
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Career Discovery & Goal Mapping
The first step towards your study abroad journey should start with clarity. So we begin with a thorough understanding of your strengths, interests, career aspirations, and long-term goals. We offer a personalised career-fit assessment, one-on-one mentorship and mapping goals to match top university expectations.
Profile Development – The Achiever Track
We build a standout profile to elevate your candidacy. With our structured profile development framework, we help you evolve into a high-achieving candidate, ready for elite institutions such as the Ivy League. From finding the right internships to crafting your narrative, we create a well-rounded profile that showcases your potential for impact.
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Test Preparation
We combine expert guidance, curated resources, and personalised strategies to prepare you for the exams that matter. Our test prep programs are powered by The Princeton Review, helping you ace exams like SAT, ACT, TOEFL and IELTS with strategy, discipline, and confidence.
Admissions Consulting Services
Our elite Admissions Consulting Services team, with a record of thousands of admits to Ivy League and top 20 schools, ensures that when it’s time to apply, every essay, every form, and every university choice reflects who you are and what you’ve built. They plan your admission strategy to convert applications into successful admits.
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Post Admit Support & Transition Planning
When we say we are committed to walking with you every step of the way, we mean it. Our services don’t stop at securing admissions; we stay with you till the very end and prepare you for the big move abroad, from visa assistance, country-specific guidance, help with forex and banking, and more.
What Our Students Say About Us
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IMS consulting service helped me bag admits from some of the Top Universities in the UK. The entire application process was hassle-free for me. My consultant helped me at every step of the application process—from making and filling out the UCAS acco Read More
Yash Bordia
Undergraduate
It was an amazing experience with the IMS Team. It would have been nothing without the help and support of my counselors. Their guidance, expertise, and constant encouragement were crucial throughout my journey. They provided invaluable assistance at Read More
Anuj Soni
University of WestministerUndergraduate
I discovered IMS through a recommendation from a family friend and it has been instrumental in my educational journey. The dedicated team at IMS guided me through every step of the process, from preparing for SAT and TOEFL exams to crafting a compell Read More
Vatsala Choudhry
University of WashingtonPopular Undergraduate Schools
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Oxford, UK
The University of Oxford combines history with innovation, offering world-class education through its tutorial system. Students engage in groundbreaking research, access a vast library, and join 400+ clubs. Oxford shapes global leaders and pioneers, fostering a 900-year legacy.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Massachusetts, US
At MIT, undergraduates lead innovation through hands-on learning and UROP, collaborating across disciplines from robotics to global challenges. With a strong entrepreneurial culture, students transform ideas into reality, making MIT a hub for future leaders shaping technology, science, and beyond.
Harvard University
Massachusetts, US
Harvard provides undergraduates with a rigorous, multidisciplinary education, access to top faculty, and groundbreaking research. Its House system fosters community, while global programs and internships offer real-world experience. Students collaborate, innovate, and lead, preparing to shape the future and tackle global challenges.
Princeton University
New Jersey, US
Princeton offers undergraduates close faculty mentorship, small classes, and independent research. Focused on academic exploration, public service, and global impact, students thrive in a vibrant community. Princeton’s commitment to teaching shapes students intellectually and as leaders, ready to contribute globally.
Columbia University
New York, US
Columbia University offers a rigorous undergraduate experience through its Core Curriculum, fostering interdisciplinary learning. In New York City, students access top programs in business, law, journalism, and STEM, along with vast research and career opportunities, preparing them for global success.
University of Cambridge
Cambridge, UK
Founded in 1209, the University of Cambridge offers a world-class undergraduate experience through its collegiate system, blending rigorous academics with personalized tutorials. Students gain from renowned faculty, extensive libraries, and cutting-edge research, shaping future leaders in a vibrant community.
What Next After Undergraduate Studies?
What's beyond a prestigious undergraduate degree from a top global university? Specialised skills, diverse professional opportunities, competitive salaries and a headstart to a great career ahead!
Most countries, such as the US, the UK, Australia, Canada, and EU nations, permit fresh graduates from top universities to apply for work visas.
Students who have studied abroad on a multicultural campus develop better resilience, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities —qualities that are sought after by the world's top companies.
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Explore All ArticlesMeet Our Consultants
Ulrik Blom
MIT Sloan School of Business & Harvard Business School MSc, Business Development: Aalborg University
Ulrik Blom is a leader in education technology and international education. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Tutee ApS, a global provider of interactive communication systems for tutoring and online learning. Ulrik combines entrepreneurial vision with deep expertise in building impactful edtech ventures.
Ankit Saraf
Research Fellow: Emory University MBA: Boston University (Full Scholarship)
Ankit Saraf is a Boston University alumnus who got full scholarship of ₹1.2 Cr and full-rides from three FT Top 100 business schools. He has a proven track record of helping students realise their dreams of attending the world’s top graduate programs and getting scholarships.
David Schuessler
MA, Computing in Education: Columbia University MBA: MIT, Fudan University BS, Marketing: Florida State University
David Schuessler is an accomplished education professional with dual master’s degrees. With experience as a lecturer at Marshall University and over a decade of leadership in China’s education sector, David blends academic insight and industry expertise in guiding students.
Amit Garga
Co-Founder: LINC Education MBA: IIM Bangalore | B.E.: University of Mumbai
Amit Garga has over 18 years of experience in global higher education, private equity, and management consulting. He is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of LINC Education, a Singapore-based company that provides innovative, technology-supported retention services to universities and higher education institutions worldwide.
Salman Salim
Harvard & UCLA-Certified Global Education Consulting Leader CBO – International Consulting, Onwardo
Salman Salim is a veteran of international admissions with 16 years of experience in helping students secure admits to Ivy League and other top universities. He is also a trusted advisor to high schools for undergraduate admissions and has led a team comprising Ivy League alumni who guided over 1 lakh students to global programs.
Rob Franek
Editor-in-Chief – The Princeton Review® National Expert on Colleges and Higher Education
Rob is a nationally recognised expert in colleges and higher education with a career spanning over 33 years. As Editor-in-Chief at The Princeton Review®, Rob oversees the company’s 150+ published titles. He also leads The Princeton Review’s annual surveys of students, parents, and school administrators, shaping insights into national education trends.
Danielle Joy
PhD: Istanbul Gelioim University MPA, Public Administration: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Danielle Joy is a dedicated education professional with a strong international admissions and student development background. Danielle is a former international admissions officer passionate about guiding students to achieve their higher-education goals.
Sarbani Sen
Certified – British Council & Singapore Education Board MA, Economics: Delhi School of Economics (Gold Medalist)
She is an International Education Consultant and Admissions Strategy Expert with over 20 years of experience in counselling, SOP and essay editing, scholarship and visa documentation support. She has led high-value admissions services, including Princeton Review’s Exclusive Admission Service.
Simran Tibrewala
German Language Trainer MA, Economics: Fordham University, New York
Simran Tibrewala is a German language trainer based in Germany. She has worked as a Subject Matter Expert under the Higher Education Opportunity Program (a funded initiative of the New York State Education Department). She has also served as a mentor to under-resourced students and helped them build their careers.
Sheldon Wallbrown
MS: Columbia University | BA: Bucknell University
Sheldon Wallbrown has over 20 years of experience in the education and non-profit sectors across the United States and India. He has worked in every facet of education, helping students secure the best educational opportunities. Wallbrown draws from his own experience in the admissions journey as an international applicant and graduate of Columbia University and Bucknell University while guiding students.
FAQs
While it is recommended to take the SAT/ACT, many universities have adopted test-optional policies, meaning they may not require these scores for admission.
AP scores highlight academic dedication and preparation for college-level work, which is appealing to admissions officers. High scores (usually 4 or 5) can result in college credits, potentially saving tuition fees and reducing the duration of undergraduate programs.
Start by scheduling a conversation with one of our consultants to discuss your academic background and goals, and we’ll develop a personalized strategy for your application process.
We help you brainstorm and refine your essays, providing feedback that highlights your strengths and aligns with the expectations of top programs.
Studying for your undergraduate degree abroad can offer high returns in terms of global career opportunities, cultural experiences, and personal development.
AP (Advanced Placement) tests are standardized exams offered by the College Board that allow high school students to demonstrate college-level proficiency in specific subjects. AP tests help CBSE, State, and ICSE students bridge the gap to international education by demonstrating college-level proficiency.
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