Tegveer Kathuria

My counselors made a detailed timeline for me and helped me prioritize and manage my time efficiently. I had always been overwhelmed by having to build a strong CV for college but the guidance from CollegeCore allowed me to build a great CV.

Tegveer Kathuria, The Doon School
Cardiff University, Class of 2026

Tanmay Garg

I joined CollegeCore in 9th grade ever since then Urvashi ma’am and her team has played a huge role in building my profile at every step of the journey. Though very motivated about my passions, I tend to procrastinate a lot but she and her team always helped me adhere to all my deadlines and exposed me to various fun competitions I could participate in. They made sure no leaf was left unturned. Their tremendous efforts have helped me gain admission to my dream university, Stanford for Computer Science! Their network of current and graduated college students is a great resource and their essays which helped them gain admission were a great reference for me when I was writing mine. Also, the personalized and meticulous planning and discussions that went into brainstorming essay ideas and editing my CV were so helpful!

Tanmay Garg, Step by Step School
Stanford University, Class of 2026

Varyam Gupta

Amidst the flurry of dilemmas and complex situations that the college application process threw at us, CollegeCore was always there to help us make informed decisions. In addition to helping with the administrative work required to apply to the US via CommonApp, I think CollegeCore was extremely impactful in helping me with my college essays and consolidating hours of extra-curricular work and describing them in mere 150 characters. I believe what helped me in achieving my goals was the individualized and personal help I received from CollegeCore. Accessibility, in terms of having the option to call them any day of the week or having regular group meetings with Urvashi Ma’am, was crucial in helping me stay in touch with my college application requirements and meet deadlines to the best of my abilities. I was really happy with the essay editing and ideating process. They helped turn around my essays, making them both grammatically and creatively sound. I was also very grateful to have edits made on my essays even after I missed deadlines and right before the application deadlines.

Varyam Gupta, The Doon School
Huntsman Program and University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2026

Ayushmaan Aashish Kher

CollegeCore helped simplify a rather complex process of applying to a variety of universities, each with their unique way of reviewing applicants. Long college lists can be incredibly daunting at first, but CollegeCore streamlines the process of finding your perfect fit and then working towards presenting your strengths and potential in the best possible light. They excel in their level of engagement with each student. I spent hours debating potential colleges and majors with the team, analyzing even the smallest details. I’m sure all the debate and discussion ultimately led to an informed decision about applying to my dream universities.

Ayushmaan Aashish Kher, Vasant Valley School
Princeton University, Class of 2026

Divyansh Jain

CollegeCore has been the best help in my college application journey that I could ask for. I have found their advice and structured process to be the most efficient. As someone who required financial assistance to pursue undergraduate studies in the U.S., I had an additional pressure to make my applications perfect. They were instrumental in curating a perfect list of colleges for me to apply to, while keeping financial aid and scholarships as the top priority. They also provided me guidance to strengthen my profile. The most helpful part of my journey with Collegecore was all the help with the essays.

Even though I was in a different time zone CollegeCore always ensured that effective communication was carried out. I am extremely grateful to Urvashi ma’am and her team for all the guidance throughout the process. CollegeCore deserves a huge credit in enabling me to attend my dream Duke University with a full scholarship!

Divyansh Jain, Leysin American School Switzerland
Duke University, Class of 2026

Parent of Ansh Mehta

Urvashi and her team work seamlessly. They bring amazing clarity of thought to the entire admissions process that translates into an ideal target list of colleges. They evaluate each student based on his/her requirements & provide customized advice while gently guiding the students towards fulfilling the requirements and admission deadlines. They were never overbearing & came across more like friends & mentors through the whole process. Bringing out the best in the child & helping him discover his strengths.

Parent of Ansh Mehta, Vasant Valley School
Cornell University, Class of 2026

Aditya Sharma

The majority of the credit for opportunities reflected on my CV is to CollegeCore. Registering myself a post-10th grade, they understood my strengths and weaknesses; understanding that the college process is based on mastering your strengths but also highlighting working on one’s weaknesses. This core understanding, as belonging to the name ‘CollegeCore’, made it possible for me to get into UC Berkeley, my dream school since 9th. Their immense dedication to building their student’s profiles is admirable. Even though we resided on two different continents, they made sure to never make me feel the time difference. The calls were focused on building my profile to shine out among many of my competitors. I was specifically impressed by their feedback on my business models- whether it was understanding the market or reading the 18 page long Business plan.

Aditya Sharma, Indian School Al Ghubra
University of California, Berkeley, Class of 2026

Krishnav Singhal

I feel that CollegeCore’s focus on shaping a ‘story’ from my profile was extremely fruitful. By studying my profile and subsequently suggesting other activities I could participate in, Urvashi Ma’am and her team helped me make my profile more fluid and easy to navigate. Since I joined CollegeCore extremely late, I did not have the time to participate in a lot of new activities. However, I felt that I was able to extract most out of what I already had with CollegeCore’s help. Had this help not been present, I would not have been able to convert a descriptive paragraph about my involvement in art into a design portfolio, one that significantly augmented my application to Georgia Tech. Most importantly, I found myself working on a college list that was well-researched and informative. Insights that students commonly miss like class sizes and the cost of attendance were covered very well. Hence, I felt confident when applying to universities in US and UK. CollegeCore’s commitment to progressing and regressing my profile wherever needed was an experience I will always relish.

Krishnav Singhal, The Doon School
Georgia Institute of Technology, Class of 2026

Shubhav Suri

At first, the thought of applying to the US was intimidating, but Urvashi Maam and her team made the entire process so effortless. Over the years, they have understood me very well and have made me maximize my potential. Their in-depth knowledge and strategies of planning helped me manage my academics while building up strong applications. They helped me identify my strengths and perfectly laid down the path for me to follow. They would clear all my doubts, no matter how minor they were. The way they found a connection between my life’s experiences to the college-specific essays was remarkable. Their standards of working and the level of engagement in my life was phenomenal. Getting into some of the top-ranked colleges made me believe more in myself and my capabilities. CollegeCore fully equips you to be a competitive applicant to any college you apply to. I highly recommend CollegeCore to anyone who is looking to apply abroad!

Shubhav Suri, Mayo College Ajmer
University of California, Los Angeles, Class of 2026

Ishita Vaid

While the College application process is a daunting one, working with CollegeCore made it not only easier, but also enjoyable. Urvashi ma’am and her team, not only guided me into taking up extra-curricular activities that helped me build my profile but also doing the ones that I truly enjoyed. Coming up with creative alternatives to rote activities, I was truly able to explore my capabilities outside the college application process and open up to new and interesting avenues. The crucial guidance I received from them during all steps of the process played an integral role in the creation of a successful application. Their willingness and patience to address my queries, no matter the time of day is something I am truly grateful for.

Ishita Vaid, Mayo Girls' College, Ajmer
Duke University, Class of 2026

Naman Jalan

It has been a fantabulous journey with CollegeCore. The involvement of the counselors at every step just enhances the distinct vision that CollegeCore develops for every student. I am extremely thankful to Urvashi Ma’am and the entire CollegeCore team for their dedication and support, without which it would not have been possible for me to get through amazing colleges like UC Berkeley, NYU, and Ashoka University. From identifying the right colleges to building the perfect profiles and supporting me through the entire journey of college admissions, the entire CollegeCore team has been very dedicated and supportive. Kudos to the entire team and I recommend everyone to sign up for their services. 

Naman Jalan, Modern School, Vasant Vihar
University of California, Berkeley, Class of 2026

Shrivar Kanudia

I think that the most beneficial thing with CollegeCore was having an approachable associate counselor to whom you can ask doubts. Faster communication led to more work being done. Moreover, this also helped the counselor to get to know me better who was then able to guide me more effectively. A ‘wow’ moment was during the time I was writing my common app essay. Initially, I had been unable to think of a good idea or thought to write the essay on. Finally, we decided to write about a simple yet significant part of my life. After I had written and sent the first draft of my essay, I was slightly skeptical about the idea I was writing. However, once the edited version came back, I was amazed by the organization of ideas and communication of my thought that had taken place making the essay look splendid. The editor with whom I had discussed and finalized the topic had truly understood and incorporated my feelings into the common app essay.

Shrivar Kanudia, The Doon School
University of Illinois, Urban Champaign, Class of 2026

Parent of Divyansh Jain

Applying to college can be incredibly stressful. From shortlisting colleges, meeting the admission criterion, filling up applications, and writing essays to sending in the applications – the process is long and tiring but guidance, insight, knowledge, and support received from CollegeCore were invaluable in this entire process. Especially grateful for all the time given to making sure every application was the best it could be. We as parents feel very proud that our son will be

able to attend his dream university. It was a stressful few months of concern, doubt, and hope. Our son would not be on this path without you and we are very fortunate to have had your help. Once again a big thank you – Urvashi ma’am, and the entire team. 

Parent of Divyansh Jain, Leysin American School Switzerland
Duke University, Class of 2026

Keshav Agarwal

I joined CollegeCore as a confused grade 12th student during the final months of the college application. Urvashi Ma’am and her team helped me brainstorm essay ideas and choose my major. Their dedication helped me to overcome the challenges faced in the application process. They helped me with the nitty-gritties of suggesting activities, finalizing the activity list, etc. 

Keshav Agarwal, Jayshree Periwal International School
University of California, Berkeley, Class of 2026

Parent of Ayushmaan A Kher

College Core helped us identify the colleges that best suited our son’s goals as well as guide him through the whole experience. Ms. Urvashi and her team went way beyond what was required of them and their love for their work was reflected in them getting the job done with care and appreciation for every student. The regular zoom meetings and constant touch on the personal WhatsApp group were a massive advantage.

 The whole college application process was made smooth and understandable, and most importantly, doable. Thanks to the input

and excellent guidance of CollegeCore. Their exemplary professionalism and expertise guided my son through the successful process of college admissions. It was valuable, insightful, and encouraging to let them take the lead in this very important step of our son’s life.

Parent of Ayushmaan A Kher, Vasant Valley School
Princeton University, Class of 2026

Ishan Batra

What I liked the most about the CollegeCore team was their proactiveness and strictness in adhering to the admissions timeline at all times. I always felt I was a step ahead of my peers in my classroom. I would like to thank Urvashi ma’am and her team for their constant support and guidance. They pushed me out of my comfort zone to engage in activities I never had the exposure to. Without them, this journey would have been much harder. I would also like to thank the editorial team for teaching me how to put my thoughts on paper. I learned the importance of personal branding and how it can affect a recruiter’s mind. I am proud to be attending the Sauder School of

Business, the University of British Columbia with 3 scholarship awards totaling CAD 180,000. This achievement would not have been possible without the guidance of CollegeCore team. I highly recommend them to anyone planning to apply to universities anywhere in the world. This is undoubtedly the best investment you can make for your future.

Ishan Batra, Kothari International School
UBC Sauder School of Business, Class of 2026

Tamanna Kothari

Urvashi ma’am and her team were always just a call away. I used to call them to ask for the smallest of details and they were always there for me. My journey with them has improved certain skills of mine, writing in particular. CollegeCore helped me discover my strengths and make the best use of them. It helped me convey my thoughts amazingly through essays. My journey and experience with CollegeCore have positively impacted me and I’m sure it has built a strong foundation for a successful future. My wow moments were when they thought of creative ideas to take my talent ahead. For instance, they gave me the idea to publish my Mandala art book to showcase my interest in that field and organize a business competition in my city to express my inclination towards business and many more such suggestions. These small things really helped in making my application strong.

Tamanna Kothari, Sat Paul Mittal School
Babson College, Class of 2026

Tanishq Agarwal

The sample resumes and applications that were provided helped me get a feel of the entire process. Urvashi ma’am and her teams’ inputs helped me polish my resume, and their advice on how to present myself and my achievements helped my applications stand out, and get accepted at some of my top choices. Furthermore, their guidance in writing the essays, and how to make each of my traits stand out helped me get admitted to UIUC. When I used to compare my achievements to those of my seniors who got into some of the top universities in the world I thought that I could never get to that level. However, the counselors at CollegeCore helped me rediscover my potential. They provided me with many tasks like profile building and CV building which helped me re-evaluate my strengths and restored my confidence.

Tanishq Agarwal, Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram
University of Illinois, Urban Champaign, Class of 2026

Deeksha Gupta

CollegeCore has not only helped me grow as a person – More confident, responsible, and better at time management – but also motivated me to go out of my comfort zone. Urvashi ma’am and her team guided me in planning my activities for each year and made sure I reached my targets by always checking on me and being there for me at any time of the day. Her team helped provide a safe and non-judgemental space for me to open up and show my real self, which was essential in finding the right college for me. I felt valued and accepted and the application process seemed like a breeze with them! During my Common App essay brainstorming session, they helped me build a connection between two very different but significant pieces of my life and I was mind-blown at how they helped me put my exact story and emotions across clearly.

Deeksha Gupta, Modern School, Barakhamba Road
Wellesley College, Class of 2026

Navya Srivastava

When I first consulted Urvashi Ma’am regarding my college applications, she helped me narrow down the right course for me and made me realize my potential. I wanted to find a school that would provide me with excellent facilities and would not only give me a platform to thrive but also a school whose community was like-minded and I could relate to. All of the one-on-one sessions regarding my college list or my essays have helped me navigate through what I wanted and translate my thoughts into words. I am especially thankful to my counselor who put up with my constant questioning at any hour of the day and was always there for me. The dedication on CollegeCore’s part led to me finding the right fit for college. I’m forever thankful to Urvashi Ma’am and her team for assisting me throughout this journey 🙂 I always found myself in workshops or sessions that helped me start and plan out my entire college application process. Even the sessions on how to write an essay, a research paper, and the sessions with the previously admitted students, of them, always fascinated me and made me keep myself in a loop to work even harder!

Navya Srivastava, Lotus Valley International School
Drexel University, Class of 2026

Aarnav Jalan

CollegeCore’s result-oriented and practical approach helped me put together a strong application as I navigated the trenches of college admission in the USA. With Ms. Urvashi and her teams’ guidance, I was able to effectively express myself and write compelling essays for over 12 universities. I also appreciated the keen feedback for planning and executing my activities which went from having nothing to having multiple internships, research projects, and leadership initiatives. Closely examining every part of my activities and guiding me to make them further more compelling, CollegeCore helped me put together a stellar activity list. Their planning helped me plan my activities in a way that fit in with my standardized testing and school exam schedule and my applications were done well before my peers in school, all thanks to CollegeCore. Their dedication and attention to detail for every facet of my application truly amazed me. Their collaborative and helpful nature brought out the best in my application and their availability and promptness in solving my doubts or guiding me were what truly differentiated CollegeCore from my previous counselors. Adding to this, the fantastic support system they provided, and their constant reminders to finish tasks demonstrated their genuine concern for every student’s application. Without their help, I would not be holding an acceptance letter today.

Aarnav Jalan, Modern School, Barakhamba Road
University of Virginia, Class of 2026

Baani Bhatnagar

What I liked most is the personal environment where your counselor is so close to you, you can share any doubts/feelings with them without thinking twice and they will guide you and help you with it. I built such a close relationship with my counselor; it will last even after I’ve graduated! Right from the start, CollegeCore takes responsibility for your future. They do more than just help you reach your goals, they completely hand-hold you through the process and will never let you fail, you can depend on them 200%! They know A-Z about what it takes to get accepted into a university and they have ALL the resources. It is because of them that I found a major that is perfect for me, and they have stuck with me to build my CV and make the most of it – picking the activities that I’ve done and suggesting so many more that I need to do. When it came to essays, I would genuinely write what came to my mind and they would edit it to make it sound perfect and super impressive! I started with them as an average candidate who may or may not get accepted into colleges and ended up being accepted in every university I applied to and even got scholarships!! They also spoke to my teachers to help them figure out CommonApp! Apart from college counseling, they also taught me how to write emails/messages properly to get the work done!

Baani Bhatnagar, DPS, Mathura Road
Wellesley College, Class of 2026

Parent of Ishita Vaid

I was truly delighted with CollegeCore’s mentoring during my two years of experience as a parent. The way they handled my daughter and guided her throughout various courses and social projects were commendable. My respect and admiration go out to her mentor who suddenly became a close friend, who took all her calls in the wee hours, discussed everything in the world, and slowly pushed her to do what was required for her application. The way her counselor and the mentor would do a zoom with us at every step explaining the pros and cons was truly praiseworthy.

Parent of Ishita Vaid, Mayo Girls' College, Ajmer
Duke University, Class of 2026

Kanav Atre

If there is one word I could use to describe my past two years with CollegeCore, it would be flawless! The CollegeCore team helped me find my passion in life, self-reflect, and bring out my best and true self in each of my applications. At no point in my CV-building process did I feel that I was doing something just to make myself look good to the admissions committee, and even my essays were edited uniquely. The CollegeCore team was always there for me, and even for the most minor details, I did not have to think twice to message or call them! The transparency, and genuineness that they instilled in my application were amazing. When I came to them, I was just an average high school student and had no idea about the rather complex and difficult application process, and today, even with average grades, I am proud to have been accepted to some of the top CS and engineering colleges. None of this would have been possible without CollegeCore! 🙂

Kanav Atre, DPS Indrapuram
Purdue University, Class of 2026

Parent of Aarnav Jalan

As a parent, I liked the structured approach to the entire admission process. CollegeCore was instrumental in crafting a stellar application efficiently. I appreciated how simple the process was made and the fact that it required minimal intervention from me and my husband in Aarnav’s application process. I wholeheartedly thank Ms. Urvashi and her team for not only their guidance throughout the two years but also the work ethic and dedication they instilled in Aarnav. I deeply appreciated the frequent feedback I received from them regarding all of Aarnav’s activities. CollegeCore did not hesitate to be strict with Aarnav when required. Their disciplinarian style and result-focused approach were crucial to making Aarnav a more disciplined student.

Parent of Aarnav Jalan, Modern School, Barakhamba Road
University of Virginia, Class of 2026

Atin Shankar

I think the personal attention that CollegeCore gives made the difference. Urvashi ma’am and her team were always easy to reach and their suggestions on my profile were always helpful. From the beginning, they drew up a timeline for me, which I think helped me tremendously in building an excellent profile and always staying ahead of things. Initially, I didn’t even know what major to apply for, but Urvashi ma’am and her team not only cleared my doubts but also helped me build a strong CV. Their help in writing essays helped my application stand out. Whether it was brainstorming ideas or finalizing a draft, they were extremely patient and helped me express my story through the essays. I am extremely grateful for the assistance that CollegeCore provided during the whole application process which helped me get into my dream colleges.

Atin Shankar, St. Francis College
University College Dublin, Class of 2026

Parent of Deeksha Gupta

In our nearly two years of association with College Core, we have come to admire not only the extraordinary team headed by Ms. Urvashi Malik but also the ethics, professionalism, dedication, and dynamism with which they work. Under their expert guidance, Deeksha created a unique and impressive profile that helped her land her dream college. There are so many great moments with CollegeCore but if I had to single out one then it would have to be the sample essays that were regularly sent to help Deeksha draft her own. I believe that it helped her tremendously in the process. 

Parent of Deeksha Gupta, Modern School, Barakhamba Road
Wellesley College, Class of 2026

Harsh Vardhan Singhal

I joined CollegeCore as a confused grade 12th student during the final months of the college application process. Urvashi Ma’am and her team helped me brainstorm essay ideas and choose my major. Their dedication helped me overcome the challenges faced in the application process. They helped me with the nitty-gritties of suggesting activities, finalizing the activity list, etc. It is due to their excellent editorial team, with whose help I was able to craft the best possible version of my essays. I got into my dream school with the help of CollegeCore. Will be forever grateful to them.

Harsh Vardhan Singhal, Sanskriti School
University of Illinois, Urban Champaign, Class of 2026

Diya Chawla

It has been a delightful experience. What I liked the most is probably the time-specific schedules. Everything was perfectly timed so that excessive pressure wasn’t felt at any point of the year. I think my wow moment was seeing my essays become magical after the editing. They never lost their essence. Everything about the essay was highlighted most perfectly and subtly.

Diya Chawla, Cambridge International Foundation School
University of British Columbia, Class of 2026

Yuvika Bishnoi

What I liked the most in my experience here was the fact that everyone was extremely approachable and ready to guide you even about the smallest queries. Seeing the final draft of my common app essay with my thoughts and experiences articulated in a way better than I could myself have was one wow moment for me.

Yuvika Bishnoi, Ryan International School
University of Virginia, Class of 2026

Simar Pratap

CollegeCore helped improve my ability to create a plan for my admissions process and execute it well, with excellent guidance along the way. The detail with which my counselor helped me through the entire journey was remarkable.

Simar Pratap, The Shriram School
University of Southern California, Class of 2026