University Counseling and Preparation
Pursuing higher education overseas is an important step. HWIS helps students begin the application process early, explore their options, and make informed decisions based on their academic strengths, interests, and future goals.
Explore Counseling SupportSupport throughout the application process
University counselors guide students through academic planning, university research, application preparation, and important requirements and deadlines.
Planning a Challenging Curriculum
Selecting courses that support academic development and future university goals.
Maintaining Academic Records
Keeping records of courses, grades, and standardized test scores.
Planning Admission Tests
Deciding which college admission tests to take and when to take them.
Exploring Universities and Careers
Gathering information about universities, courses, majors, and career opportunities.
Building a University List
Choosing a balanced selection of safe, probable, and reach universities.
Preparing Application Documents
Making sure the appropriate documents are completed and sent to universities.
Recommendation Letters
Supporting the preparation and submission of recommendation letters.
Dates and Deadlines
Tracking important application dates, testing schedules, and submission deadlines.
CV, Personal Statement, and Essays
Preparing a CV, personal statement, and responses to university essay topics.
Preparation takes place throughout the HWIS journey.
Strong applications are developed over time through thoughtful academic planning, consistent achievement, meaningful activities, leadership, language proficiency, and careful preparation.
PRACTISE
Throughout their HWIS years, students are encouraged to keep these important elements of university preparation in mind.
Personal Statement
Résumé and Recommendation Letters
AP and GPA
Citizenship and Leadership
TOEFL and IELTS
IBDP
SAT
Extracurricular Activities
Begin preparing for your university journey.
Contact HWIS to learn more about university counseling, academic planning, and preparation for overseas higher education.
