Stand Out in the Application Process with InGenius Prep Admissions Consultants in Chicago
InGenius Prep students are 7x more likely to gain acceptance to top 10 schools. We’ll help you gain the competitive edge you need to stand out in the world of elite college admissions, and ultimately, secure your future.
Most selective United States colleges use a regional model to review applications. For students in Chicago, this means their applications are reviewed within the context of their local high school and educational resources. Admissions officers who oversee Chicago develop deep knowledge of the city’s school systems and academic rigor.
Chicago students face stiff competition from a wide range of excellent schools and high-achieving peers. It’s not enough to have a strong GPA and test scores—students must also showcase leadership, initiative, and unique qualities to stand out.
Our college admissions consultants in Chicago specialize in helping students stand out in this highly competitive environment. InGenius Prep works with each student to develop a strong, memorable application that speaks directly to what admissions officers are seeking.
Chicago is home to a wide range of top-ranked public and private high schools, including Walter Payton College Prep, University of Chicago Lab Schools, and New Trier High School. With access to top-tier cultural, academic, and research institutions, students in Chicago are well-positioned—but also face intense local competition.
Admissions officers evaluate Chicago applicants in the context of this academically rich environment. To stand out, students need more than top grades—they need focused, impactful extracurriculars and a clear sense of purpose.
Chicago students can pursue a wealth of enrichment experiences, such as:
STEM & Research: Opportunities at University of Chicago and Northwestern University, including summer labs and high school research programs
Business & Leadership: Internships and innovation programs with Chicago-based companies and organizations like Chicago Innovation or Future Founders
Arts & Culture: Programs at the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and numerous theater companies
InGenius Prep helps Chicago students capitalize on the city’s unique opportunities. From pairing students with research mentors to identifying leadership and volunteer roles, we tailor each student’s admissions strategy to maximize their strengths and secure top college offers.
Chicago high school students are among the most competitive candidates in the country, and their student-to-counselor ratio of 250:1 is actually in line with the national average.
However, even with a relatively strong ratio, students often need more individualized, expert guidance to navigate the complexities of college admissions—especially for prestigious and ultra-competitive universities. Without personalized support, even the most promising students can miss key opportunities to reach their dream schools.
Our system works. With over a decade of demonstrated success, we have the results to prove it. In the latest 2022-2023 Admissions Cycle, InGenius Prep students were up to 10x more likely to be accepted to a top university.
Counselors
Gain access to an invaluable roster of experienced, talented, and highly-trained college admissions counselors. InGenius Prep students work 2-on-1 with a dedicated Former Admissions Officer and Graduate Coach. Along the way, your student will work with subject matter experts to enhance their counseling experience, address areas of opportunity and improvement, and achieve their goals.
Former directors, assistant directors, and evaluators from elite universities
Trained admissions counselors from competitive colleges and graduate programs
Professors, researchers, and scholars from U.S. universities
Teaching fellows from Ivy League Universities
Experienced tutors with proven track records
With resources that surpass those of the top US high schools combined, we offer superior support, counselors, and strategies to drive your student’s college admissions journey. Your student will reach their ultimate potential as a leader and scholar, earning their spot at a top-ranked college.
Our Former Admissions Officers made admissions decisions at the most competitive universities in the world. Our Graduate Coaches attended elite universities and successfully completed our rigorous training. Our mentors, instructors, and tutors are leading industry experts. Together, our experience is unmatched.
Our company provides families with all of their educational needs from start to finish. With a team approach, our students benefit from comprehensive, multidimensional guidance. Our online model allows students to access leading experts and educational resources no matter where they are in the world.
We meticulously manage service delivery to ensure the best counseling outcomes. By gathering data on admissions decisions from our 150+ Former Admissions Officers and working with 610,000+ students over the years, we’ve built a cutting-edge curriculum that guides our work with students. Our team uses our Student-Management System,“The Genie,” to deliver our curriculum, oversee all counselor work, and track student progress.
To support our students on their personal, academic, and extracurricular journeys, we find and develop innovative resources. Through our network, we source and create unique opportunities for students. Whether it’s academic research, entrepreneurial endeavors, summer programs, online classes, or independent projects, our students engage in activities that set them apart from the competition.
Our counseling approach has led to stellar results. Every year, our students outperform the admissions odds and gain acceptance to top schools at nearly 10x the average student rate.
We aim for our students to demonstrate intellectual curiosity and strong academic track records. Our students develop the right skill sets so that they rise to the challenge when many other students don’t.
We create unique opportunities for our students’ extracurricular enrichment as they explore interests that may become life-long passions, impressive achievements, and professional careers.
We emphasize more than just admissions results in our approach; we emphasize personal growth, a pursuit of excellence, integrity, and social responsibility. Our students grow as learners and leaders who will make positive impacts on their future college campuses and beyond.
We strategically align our students’ personal, academic, and extracurricular pursuits with the demands of the “holistic” college admissions process. Our students outperform the competition and are 7x more likely to get into top 10 schools.
We appreciate that education begins and ends with family, and design our service accordingly. Our service is geared towards high-achieving families who want access to the best possible resources, with discretion.