Private School Admissions Process
Prepare strategically for boarding school admission by building the strongest possible student profile. Our comprehensive development program targets:
- Presentation skills
- Strategic extracurricular engagement
- Summer program planning
- Test preparation
All preparation systems are informed by Crimson's 10+ years of admissions expertise, prioritizing practical approaches delivered by our all-star team of mentors and strategic consultants.
Streamline your school selection process with our proprietary school-matching algorithm and research-driven approach. Our services include:
- Personalized school fit assessment
- Strategic application roadmapping
- Timeline management
- Family priorities alignment
All strategic guidance is powered by Crimson's extensive boarding school admissions expertise, 100+ campus visits and assessments, and exclusive insights into what top schools seek in ideal candidates.
Navigate each critical step of the application process with expert mentor guidance. Our comprehensive support includes:
- Test preparation for SSAT, ISEE, and/or TOEFL
- Application compilation with strategic positioning
- Essay development highlighting authentic student voice
- Interview preparation for confident presentation
All application support is delivered by experienced mentors who understand the nuances of boarding school admissions and help students present their authentic selves effectively.
Private School Application Timeline
Skills
Planning
Preparation
Questionnaire
OR ISEE
Match Review
List Research
Visits
SSAT, ISEE,
AND/OR TOEFL
Applications
Essays
Interviews
Applications that Worked
HOOK STATEMENT
"A classically trained flutist with a passion for environmental advocacy who channels her creativity into pottery, while serving as an elected student representative."
ACTIVITIES PROFILE
- Tennis - 5 years of experience
- Golf - 1 year of experience
- Flute - Classically trained musician progressing to grade 7-8 pieces
- Purposeful Pottery - Founder of social campaign combining art with environmental advocacy
- Jewelry Making - Creates bead bracelets for social campaign
- Pastoral Care Group Representative-Elect - Elected student leader
- Sustainability Club - Managed food waste reduction campaign
- School Newspaper Contributor - Editor
STUDENT ESSAYS
Describe an influence that has shaped your personal life and goals.
Clara wrote about how her parents’ shared experience of moving to the US for high school taught her the "bittersweet" concept that challenges often lead to rewards, helping her overcome difficulties in debate class and gain confidence in her academic life.
PARENT ESSAYS
Describe an event that was the most significant in your child's life.
Clara's parents described how her summer programs abroad fostered independence and maturity as she thrived in collaborative environments, working on the school newspaper and leading her team to victory in a Shark Tank Competition.
HOOK STATEMENT
"A dedicated environmental ambassador and student council president who pursues veterinary internships preparing her for a future in wildlife surgery."
ACTIVITIES PROFILE
- Tennis - School team, three-time best serve award winner
- Varsity Volleyball - Team captain
- Piano - 9 years experience, mastered Beethoven sonatinas and contemporary pieces
- Student Council - President
- Environment Club - VP and Environmental Ambassador
- Speech and Debate - First chair, internal MUN director
STUDENT ESSAYS
Tell us your story.
Bella wrote about connecting with a resilient young girl at a Red Cross children's playroom, reflecting on how her cross-cultural upbringing and her mother's concept of "aportando un grano de arroz" shaped her environmental leadership and community service work.
HOOK STATEMENT
“A coding enthusiast with a competitive tennis ranking who channels his creative energy into digital art when not conquering outdoor adventures.”
ACTIVITIES PROFILE
- Tennis - National level Competitor Placed in 6 tournaments
- Cross Country - Member, school team
- Violin - First chair, school orchestra
- Painting - Art Published with Teen Ink
- Student Council - President
- Environment Club - VP and Environmental Ambassador
- Speech and Debate - First chair, internal MUN director
STUDENT ESSAYS
Identify an issue in your community and how you've addressed it.
Kenji wrote about developing an AI chatbot to address mental health stigma in Japan, creating a safe digital space for individuals hesitant to seek traditional therapy while learning how technology can be integrated with compassion to make a meaningful impact in his community.
PARENT ESSAYS
Describe a significant challenge for your child and their response.
Kenji’s parents described how he transformed initial technical limitations in tennis through a structured approach to improvement, systematically analyzing his performance and implementing targeted practice until he qualified for national competition.
