Pre-College Advising
We assist families in choosing the right subjects for high school students in grades 8 to 10, aiming to enhance their academic performance and standings.
Aptitude Analysis
We conduct Psychometric testing and Didactic assessments to identify best possible college majors for high-school students.
Profile Planning
We help you brainstorm on building a strong college profile via a mix of academic opportunities, extracurricular leadership and real world experiences.
Test Preparation
We help with coaching & strategies for taking the SAT & ACT so you can improve your competitiveness to elite Ivy league schools
Shortlisting of Universities
Tailoring a list of universities that match the student’s academic profile, career goals and personal preferences.
Essays and Personal Statements
Assistance with crafting compelling essays and personal statements that reflect your unique story, achievements, and aspirations to capture the attention of admissions committees.
Scholarships and Financial aid
Assisting students in finding and applying for scholarships, grants, and other financial aid options to fund their education.
Mentoring and Alumni Connect
Facilitating connections with current students and alumni for mentorship, advice, and insights into university life.
Post-admit Support
We support candidates in securing their Visa, finding accomodation, paying fees, health insurance and several premium services.
Identify your child’s passion early
Identify the interests, likes and dislikes, not just in terms of classes but also what kind of jobs/careers they want to consider. This will help them focus on their goals.
Thinking pattern mapping through Didactic Testing
A didactic assessment at this stage will be helpful to understand your child’s thinking preferences and help to align passions with skills.
Explore and shortlist senior school streams
Know which high school courses are required by colleges, and that you understand and select the right difficulty level for each of the classes. Speak to your school counselor and seniors and stay informed.
Explore extracurricular passions
Explore interest in a school club, music or theater group, sport or community volunteer activity. Remember that colleges want to see real involvement in one activity instead of a loose connection to several.
Timely preparation for competitive examination
If the school offers it, sign up for the PSAT to set a baseline. Start a small daily practice routine for potential SAT questions.
Liaise with the school counsellor or enrol with a consultant
Ensure that your child understands the prerequisites for the courses they wish to select and which ones will aid their college applications.
Focus on volunteer efforts and after school activities
Consistency in Extracurricular activities will demonstrate passion & leadership. It also helps to develop time management skills and enrich your child’s profile.
Plan college campus tours
Take advantage of vacation time to visit a few colleges in the preferred study destination. Explore both urban, suburban and rural colleges to get a clear idea of what to expect during college.
Summer programs
Explore summer options within India as well as internationally. Speak to your consultant and understand how these programs will contribute to your child’s personal development.
SAT/ACT readiness and early attempt
Register for the SAT/ACT. The test is typically offered in October, March, May, and June. Ensure your child start preparing 6 months prior to the test date.
Get your family involved in all college matters
An international Bachelor's is going to cost a ton of money (esp without scholarships). So ensure everyone is aligned else we recommend to identify it early and probably evaluate some Indian liberal art colleges as well.
Explore AP and SAT Subject tests
SAT Subject test scores can improve admit chances for Certain college majors. An AP course helps your child earn college credits, allows to skip introductory courses in college and reduce the time to graduation.
Shortlisting of 15-20 colleges that interest you
Identify colleges at which your child will fit in easily and get a great education. College shortlisting is about exploring who you are and what you want and then finding colleges that will meet your criteria.
Create a CV and find an internship
Make a record of your child’s academic & extracurricular achievements. Get some relevant internship and work experiences before they start senior year at high school.
Final shortlist & Deadlines calendar
Narrow a list of 10 colleges that you will finally apply to. Create a calendar of each university's EA/ED deadlines and identify the application strategy with your consultant.
Letter of Recommendation & Transcripts
Ask the school counselor or teacher for recommendations that will outline the academic record and extracurricular work. Ask your high school to mail the transcripts and LOR's in a timely manner.
Essays and Final Application
Ensure the essay drafts are proofread and edited many times over until they are perfect. Get feedback from the consultants and friends. Get your counsellor to do a final review of the entire application if possible.
Scholarship & Waitlist Communication
Any requests for financial support will need to be sent along with or shortly after the application. If you are waitlisted, a Letter of Continued interest in the college may help swing the decision in your favour.
Continue focusing on your school
Some colleges give conditional offers so it's essential to continue to accomplish your academic goals. When you do get the admit letters, pay the deposit in a timely way.
| Student Name | Program | Country | University Admits Received (with scholarships) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anushka Jha | BBA | USA + UK | Michigan Ann Arbor, Carnegie Mellon Tepper, Indiana Kelley (💰 $16K), Penn State, UCSD, Northeastern, Warwick, Manchester |
| Divij Dawar | Computer Science Engineering | USA + Canada | UC Davis, UC Irvine, UMass Amherst, UoToronto, Western, York |
| Sayuj Sethi | Computer Science Engineering | USA + Canada | Michigan State (💰 $100K), UW Madison, Purdue, Georgia State, UBC |
| Anurag Menon | Mechanical Engineering | Canada + UK | Western, Ryerson, Eindhoven, Twente, Nottingham, Sussex, Birmingham, Southampton |
| Samarth Ghodke | Biomedical Engineering | Canada + UK | Western, McMaster, Waterloo, Glasgow (💰 GBP 28K), Sheffield, Leeds |
| Aditya Prasil | BBA/International Relations | UK + Europe | King's, St. Andrew's, Skema, Essec, Groningen, SOAS London, Nottingham |
| Praveen Senthil | Economics | USA | UMass Amherst (💰 $64K), Purdue, Manchester |
| Sai Rathan | Medical | UK + USA | Purdue, UIUC, Washington St. Louis, Ohio State, Minnesota, Missouri Columbia, Missouri Kansas, Auburn, St. Louis, Alabama Birmingham, Loyola Chicago, Baylor, Truman |
| Ayush Chouhan | Computer Science Engineering | US + Canada | Michigan State ( 💰$100K), Boston, UW Madison, UMass Amherst, Northeastern, Purdue, UoToronto, UBC, Western (💰 CAD 8K), Waterloo |
| Khushank Jain | Computer Science | USA | NYU, UMBC, SUNY Stony Brook |
| Sanjana Kesireddy | Medical | USA | Michigan State, Rutgers, Wayne State, Toledo, Nova |
| Katyani Mahajan | Computer Science Engineering | USA | UC San Diego |
| Vitasta Mahajan | Economics | USA | UC San Diego |
| Tripat Singh Dhillon | PPE | UK | University College London] |
| Aryaman Goenka | Computer Science Engineering | USA + Canada | UMass Amherst (💰 $64K), UMaryland Smith, Waterloo, UBC |
| Akshat Taneja | Computer Science Engineering | USA + Canada | U of Toronto, UCSD, UC. Irvine |
| Vedant Choksi | Computer Science Engineering | USA | U of Arizona, UIC, Arizona State (💰 $46K), Illinois State, DePaul (💰 $80K), San Francisco, Pittsburg State (💰 $8K) |
| Dia Kumar | Economics | USA | Michigan State (💰 $20K), UMass Lowell (💰 $60K), UMass Amherst (💰 $30K), UC Davis, UC Irvine |
| Sahil Shah | Biochemistry | USA | Cornell, Tufts |
| Tanisha Chawda | Finance | UK | Lancaster, Regent's |
| Pranay Mittal | BBA -Finance | UK + USA | Warwick, City University, UCSD |
| Prakhar Modi | Computer Science Engineer | USA | Indiana Kelley (💰 $16K), Colorado Boulder, Ohio State, Virginia Tech |
| Pushti Choksi | Psychology | USA | UoArizona (💰 $44K), Arizona State (💰 $40K), Auburn, LSU, UMass Boston |
| Maitree Mhatre | Economics | USA | Michigan Ann Arbor, Carnegie Mellon Tepper, UIUC, Purdue, Ohio State, Manchester, Florida State, Penn State |
| Anika Lala | Actuarial Sciences | USA | UCLA, Purdue, UC Davis, UC San Diego, Boston College, Boston University, UNC Chapel Hill, UW Madison, Northeastern, Florida Institute |
| Sanika Ghodke | Economics | Canada + UK | UCL, Warwick, King's, UoToronto, McGill |
| Sai Krishnan | Biochemistry | USA + UK | Penn State, UW Madison |
| Sawtvik Sahni | BBA | Canada | Western university |
We think our students say it best.
Rajiv and his team made the whole admission experience easier and efficient, from selecting the correct programme to planning for the interview. They helped me provide the admissions panel with an accurate and efficient story that made all the difference.
Class of 2024
New York University
Admitas has been a constant pillar, from steering me into the profession that is ideally suited for me, to supporting me with the applications for the best institutions across US. Their advice is superlative, with years of experience and knowledge in the field.
Class of 2019
Kelley School of Business
I'm very lucky that I found Lilacbuds, who supported me extensively with my applications. The advice on which college to choose and the way my profile was shaped was fantastic. I have been admitted to two wonderful universities and the credit goes unquestionably to Admitas (now LilacBuds).
Class of 2024
McGill University
Ideally, you should start preparing 12-18 months before your intended start date. This allows ample time for test preparation, application processes, and visa arrangements.
Our consultants will help you identify universities that match your academic profile, career goals, and personal preferences. We consider factors like course offerings, location, campus culture, and financial requirements.
Common standardized tests include the SAT, ACT, TOEFL, and IELTS. The specific tests required will depend on the universities and countries you are applying to.
Our service fees vary based on the specific services you require. We offer customized packages to suit your needs and budget. Contact us for a detailed quote.
Get 10% off if you enroll before Aug 31st for Fall intake.
20+ years of expertise & success in the industry.
Adaptive and personalised counselling strategy for each student.
