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Top US Universities Look for More Than Marks — Discover What That Really Means

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Sofia Bening

Former Assistant Director of Admissions Northwestern University

If You’re a Parent Whose Child Dreams of Studying at Top US Universities, You’re Not Alone

For many families, hard work and strong grades are enough to succeed in India. But when students apply to elite universities overseas, the expectations are different.

Top global universities want to see evidence of curiosity, initiative, and academic engagement beyond the classroom — often shown through research. But what exactly is research? Does it matter? How do families in cities like yours help their children build it? In this webinar, you’ll get clear answers from someone who has read admissions applications at one of the world’s leading universities.

In this webinar, we will share:

  • What top global universities are really looking for?
  • Why marks alone are no longer enough to stand out?
  • What “student research” in high school actually means?
  • How academic exploration can strengthen your child’s application?
  • How students from anywhere in India can begin preparing at the right time?

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Sofia Bening

Sofia Bening

Former Assistant Director of Admission Northwestern University

Sofia is a graduate of Northwestern University and previously served as an Assistant Director of Admissions, where she worked closely with students to help them build the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to showcase their strengths both in and beyond the classroom. Through her work in college admissions consulting, Sofia has guided students to successful admissions outcomes at top universities.

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