We are an independent education consulting company that helps applicants plan their journey at the school, college or postgraduate level. At the heart of The EduQuest is our commitment to finding the ‘best-fit’ institution for every applicant. We are committed to helping our applicants and their families by first understanding their cultural backgrounds, financial plans, long-term goals, interests, academic performance and professional expertise.

Highly qualified, diverse team: We have an international team of highly educated consultants with over 20 years of consolidated experience from different professional backgrounds. Our knowledge and skills result in rich, holistic perspectives and a deep understanding of the admissions process.

Customised counsel: We recognise that every applicant is different and we are committed to helping each one express his or her unique narrative throughout the application process.

Personalised service: Each applicant is assigned a senior consultant and a senior essay expert who work with less than ten clients to ensure quality servicing.

Data-driven, virtual approach: We embrace technology in every aspect of our interactions to work seamlessly with applicants around the world and leverage data to derive insights and make recommendations.

Up-to-date knowledge of the ever-changing educational landscape: As members of professional organisations like Int’ ACAC, IECA, AIGAC, we stay up-to-date with new higher education opportunities.

Extensive knowledge of scholarships: Every year our applicants are awarded substantial scholarships. Last year, we had more than $8 million awarded.

Ethical standards: We maintain the highest ethical standards and work closely with applicants to bring out their unique voice.

We have a team-based approach when working with applicants. They are assigned a primary consultant, who is their single point of contact and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the application process. Our wider team of experts weighs in on specific components which include:

Essay Expert: Edits and polishes your essays.

Country Specialist: In-depth knowledge of admission processes and leading programmes.

Leadership Support: An in-depth review of your application from the most experienced team member.

Individual Specialists: Specialised counsellors for specific application components such as resumes, interviews and letters of recommendation.

For early advising, boarding school and undergraduate studies, we welcome parental involvement, but the student should ultimately drive the application process. For MBA and postgraduate applicants, we work with applicants directly.

The Red Pen specialises in providing advice on programme strategy and the application components; we do not provide test preparation services such as SAT/GMAT/TOEFL. We refer applicants to professionals who provide these services.

Timelines and deadlines vary according to the applicant’s age, education needs and goals. We help parents whose children are in kindergarten understand school board options and curricula. We work with parents of children who are in junior school (grades 3-4) to explore boarding school options and requirements.

For undergraduate studies, we advise parents and students as early as grade 8 on pre-application strategy and profile development. We consult with college students and recent graduates and strategise postgraduate options.

For current year applicants, we recommend:

Undergraduate applicants in class 11 to contact us at least six months prior to the regular deadline. This means June 1; earlier if you are considering early action/early decision.

Business school applicants (with a minimum of 3 years of work experience) to contact us by April 1 of the year they plan to apply

Higher education institutions in popular destinations have unique characteristics, strengths and requirements. We help you brainstorm and strategise geography/location, taking into consideration factors such as your goals, family circumstances, finances, language and cultural issues, academic performance and interests.

The school/college application process is complicated with various nuances. As experts in the field, an education consultant can provide in-depth insights about each institution and its ethos, while also giving you insight into the application requirements and process. Also, many education consultants have built relationships with admissions officers and may have up-to-date information about the latest admissions trends.