Oxford Bound: The CHIREC approach towards obtaining placements in IVY-League Institutions

Oxford, Harvard University, London School of Economics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University……are just some of the Ivy League placements at CHIREC International school. While these names sound great on paper, they have been achieved through a vision and a customised college plan specifically crafted for each student. Whilst many international schools focus on placements for IB DP cohorts – CHIREC lays equal emphasis on outstanding CBSE placements as well.

The institution envisions that students should be guided towards their chosen career paths, through high school itself.  The school focuses on a structured approach towards career exploration & college planning. Through different tests, student’s potential strengths and interests are identified. Through teacher interaction – their academic skills are determined. This background work begins as early as grade 8 itself.

Building a strong profile involves excelling in academics, participating in extracurricular activities, and demonstrating leadership skills. It’s about showcasing a well-rounded, committed approach to personal and intellectual growth for university placements. Guidance towards building a strong profile begins from grade 9 and is coupled with a customised plan for each child. The placement team works closely with grade 10 students, guiding them through career assessments and helping them explore suitable academic pathways. They also receive support for honing their skills that align with future university placements.

In grade 11 information and guidance is given on key aspects of college selection, including location, entrance exams & campus life. Top of FormIn grade 12, individual support is provided for university applications including personalised counselling, essay guidance and interview preparation. They collaborate with students to finalise their career choices & ensure all application deadlines are met on time.

CHIREC organises university fairs with experts from over 100 universities worldwide to guide students on career opportunities. They also offer Essay writing workshops to enable students to craft exceptional applications. Through Exchange Programmes, our students gain cultural insights by traveling internationally and hosting peers, with plans to expand these opportunities globally through the Cognita network of over 100 schools. The school also shares resources and support for Indian entrance exams such as NEET and CLAT, and standardised tests such as SAT, ACT, and PSAT, which are required for admission into most foreign universities. For more info visit: www.chirec.ac.in.

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