We work with students from India and other countries who are applying to top US universities, including Ivy League and Top 50 schools.
Prestigious American colleges and universities, from Berkeley to Duke to Harvard to Stanford, are committed to building a community that includes the best minds from around the world. There are more than a million enrolled international students in the United States.
International students applying as undergraduates will find there are many pieces to the application process. It's helpful to navigate it with an experienced college counselor who understands all that's required. Students from India (CBSE, ICSE, IB, and A-Levels) often face additional challenges around US admissions expectations — especially extracurricular strategy, academic positioning, and narrative building.
A SpanOne Advisor will provide personalized guidance before and during the college admissions process — building a student profile, developing a college list, reviewing international transcripts, planning standardized tests, developing essays, and submitting applications. Your journey to study in the United States begins here.
"Our SpanOne College Admissions Counselor, Ms. Christine, guided us step by step through the complete college research and applications. To our surprise, our son got into his first choice, a top-rated undergraduate business school."
Sanjay Gaur (Kuwait)
"Peter, you are more than a counselor. You guided our daughter and us so well through the college application preparation and choosing right colleges. We were pleasantly surprised that she got into her dream college, Emory University."
Rajeshwar Rao (India)
No matter when your student begins, our multi-year approach covers every step of the way until deciding which college offer to accept — tailored for students from high-competition academic environments such as India, where strong grades alone aren't sufficient for US admissions success.
Academic record, career goals, and strengths.
A personalized college application plan.
Strategy, timeline, and test planning.
Complete and submit college applications.
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Get a Free ConsultationCollege admissions have become very competitive, and admission officers are looking for more than just grades and test scores. An expert college admissions consultant and early college planning can help you reach your college goals — including a vast array of scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
SpanOne advisors are a network of qualified college admissions counselors and independent college planning consultants across the United States. Many are former admissions staff, graduates, and other educational professionals from America's top colleges, bringing a personalized approach to each student and parent.
Your Advisor will engage you in conversations about goals for college and career, help you build a strong high-school resume, guide you step-by-step through applications, and help you keep track of important dates and deadlines.
SpanOne Advisors are based in the US. They are happy to be flexible with respect to international time differences.
Personal sessions with the advisor are done online using Skype or Zoom.
Undergraduate programs in the U.S. are taught in English, and colleges typically require proof of proficiency — most commonly the TOEFL or IELTS, which assess reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
The SAT and ACT are the two main standardized tests accepted by U.S. colleges and universities. While some colleges are test-optional, many still consider scores as part of admissions, especially for international applicants.
Many colleges and universities offer financial aid and scholarships to international students, though availability and criteria vary. Our counselors work with students to investigate these opportunities and advise on submitting applications by deadline.
The most common student visa for international undergraduates is the F-1 visa, which requires proof of acceptance to a U.S. institution and demonstrated financial ability to cover tuition and living expenses. It's crucial to start the process well in advance, as timing can vary.
Yes — SpanOne partners with international high schools to help students reach their higher education goals in the US, connecting them with an experienced college counselor. Email us for our partnership brochure.