Our FAQ
Common Questions
1) When should we start working with a college admissions consultant?
It is beneficial to start as early as possible—ideally during upper secondary school or the early years of junior college or polytechnic. An early start allows for better academic planning, strategic development of extracurricular activities, and time to address potential weaknesses in the application. However, students can also benefit from guidance at any stage of the application process.
2) What services do Dreams Admit consultants provide?
Dreams Admit consultants offer a range of personalized services,
including:
● College application strategy
● School
selection guidance
● Essay brainstorming, editing, and
review
● Interview preparation
● Extracurricular
planning
● Academic counseling/tutoring partnership
● Portfolio building (for science, business/finance or
specialized programs)
3) How can Dreams Admit improve a student's chances of admission to his/her dream college?
At Dreams Admit, all of our consultants were just like you, having gone through the Singapore K-12 system before going to top US, UK and local universities for our undergraduate education. We are able to provide expert insights into the various university admissions processes for competitive/selective Singapore, US and UK universities, helping you highlight your unique strengths and present a compelling portrait of yourself as an individual. Through personalized guidance, our consultants will assist you with optimizing your academic choices, refining essays, strengthening extracurricular involvement, and developing an overall competitive application. We will be able to significantly enhance your chances of getting into your top-choice universities.
4) What questions should we ask when selecting a college admissions consultant?
Before hiring a consultant, consider asking:
● How do you assess a student’s academic and
extracurricular profile?
● Can you help me explore and define an academic area of
interest?
● What strategies do you recommend to enhance my
competitiveness?
● Will you provide detailed guidance and edits on all of
my essays?
● How personalized is your approach, and will I work with
the same consultant throughout?
5) How do we choose the right admissions consultant?
Key factors to consider include:
✅ Experience & expertise – A strong track record in
university admissions consulting.
✅ Personalized approach – A tailored plan based on the
student’s goals.
✅ Ethical practices – Transparency in services and
realistic expectations.
✅ Support & accessibility – Availability to guide
students throughout the process
6) Does Dreams Admit provide a dedicated consultant throughout the portfolio preparation and college application process?
At Dreams Admit, we use a team-based approach of dedicated consultants. We will work with you, the student, from start to finish, thus ensuring continuity and a deeper understanding of your background, with our consultants serving as different specialists focusing on specific aspects like essay writing, CCA/competitions suggestions and interview preparation.
7) What if we’re unsure about engaging Dreams Admit?
Dreams Admit offers a free initial consultation to discuss the student’s profile, answer his/her questions, and outline how Dreams Admit can help. The student and his/her parents will be able to determine whether the Dreams Admit approach aligns with their needs and requirements.
8) How does Dreams Admit assist with essay writing?
Essays are a crucial part of university applications, and Dreams
Admit help students to:
● Develop compelling personal statements that reflect
their unique experiences.
● Craft engaging supplemental essays tailored to each
university.
● Provide structural feedback and detailed edits while
ensuring authenticity.
9) Can Dreams Admit help with specific university requirements?
Yes! Dreams Admit experienced consultants understand the
expectations of different universities, including:
🎓 Ivy League & Top US Schools – Crafting well-rounded
applications with strong essays and extracurriculars.
🎓 UK Universities & Oxbridge – Structuring strong
personal statements and preparing for interviews (e.g., Oxbridge
college interviews).
🎓 Specialized Programs – Guiding students in applications
for medical schools, law programs, business schools etc.
10) How do Dreams Admit consultants assist with the overall college application strategy?
Dreams Admit consultants help to optimize the student’s college
application strategy by:
✔ Recommending the best schools for Early Decision (ED),
Early Action (EA), or Regular Decision (RD).
✔ Helping students demonstrate interest in universities
through strategic engagement or letters of continued interest.
✔ Advising on scholarship and financial aid applications,
where applicable.
✔ Ensuring a balanced school list, combining reach,
match, and safety schools.
