College Counseling at isi
Our students go far
ISI delivers exceptional college counseling outcomes, guiding students towards successful admissions to prestigious universities worldwide. With a focus on personalized support and comprehensive preparation, the ISI college counseling program equips students with the tools and confidence needed to navigate the competitive college admissions landscape. This dedication to individualized guidance and strategic planning results in ISI graduates consistently gaining acceptance and flourishing at top-tier institutions, reflecting the program's effectiveness and the students' remarkable achievements.
College counseling is second to none. We've had consistent involvement with the college counselors starting in grade 9. Ms. Christy encouraged our son to consider 'reach' schools, edited his (many) draft essays over the summer, and kept him calm throughout the process. He couldn't be more ready to enter Villanova this fall.
- Upper School Parent
By the numbers
Our Students success over the past 5 years
100% Acceptance Rate
to four-year universities across the globe
$185,034 Merit Scholarships Earned
on average by each ISI graduate
Enrollment Locations
46.3%
In-state
43.5%
Out-of-state
10.2%
International
Majors Upon Entering University
- 46% - STEM
- Includes Engineering, Biology, Physics, Math, Computer Science, Architecture
- 28% - Business
- 16% - Social Sciences
- Includes Anthropology, Pre-law, History, Political Science, International Studies, Psychology
- 4% - Undecided
- 3% - Communications/Media
- 2% - Music
- 1% - Education
Selective admissions in the past five years
- US Universities
- Ivy League Universities
- University of California Schools
- Historically Black Universities
- United States Military Academies
- International Universities
US Universities
Ivy League Universities
University of California Schools
Historically Black Universities
United States Military Academies
International Universities
Recent College Athletes
Evie Geier - Harvard University, Diving
Mawich Kachjaani - University of Alaska Fairbanks, Basketball
Myles Bernat - Wabash College, Soccer
Will Longfellow - DePauw University, Swimming
Anthony Philip Randolph - Rose-Hulman University, Basketball
Kaleu Tellas - Baldwin Wallace University, Track & Field
Juliet Vasey - Connecticut College, Cross Country, Track & Field
Eduardo Willis - Wabash College, Lacrosse
Recent Special Recognitions
Gates Scholarship
With fewer than 1% of applicants selected annually, it is one of the most competitive scholarships in the country, earning full funding to attend a four-year U.S. college or university.
Isabel Kim '25
College Board National Recognition Program
Awards academic honors to high-performing underrepresented students, based on exceptional performance on the PSAT/NMSQT standardized exam in Grade 11.
Kennedi Green '25: National African American Recognition Program
Isabel Kim '25 : National First-Generation Recognition Program
National Merit Scholarship Winner
1.3 million entrants compete annually for 7,880 scholarships.
Claire Kaneshiro '20
Lilly Scholarship
143 scholarships offered annually to cover the cost for four years tuition.
Samantha McCrea '22
Indiana University Wells Scholarship
Awarded to 18-22 freshman, covers tuition, living expenses, study abroad programs, and summer research.
Caitlyn Hempstead '24
Purdue University Stamps Scholarship
Covers tuition and up to $10,000 in funds for internships, research, and study abroad.
Melanie Kreutz '23
Center for Leadership Development Scholarship
Covers full or partial tuition to Indiana schools after completion of the CLD Program.
A. Philip Randolph '24
Miles Mixon '24
how it works
ISI College Counseling creates outstanding results
College Counseling services are included in the cost of tuition, and families can expect to work with College Counseling throughout all four years of High School. In the Midwest, comprehensive college consulting services usually cost $5,000 - $8,000, depending on the student and family's needs, when they get started, and the individual consultant's fee structure.
Our goal is to assist each student to find the “best fit” for his or her post-secondary education. We help facilitate the college application process in groups and individually with one-on-one discussion. College programs are presented throughout the school year to ISI high school families, and students in all grades can meet with college representatives each fall.
Our comprehensive program includes not only help with college applications, but also assistance in finding summer programs (internships, study abroad programs, and college programs), interview coaching, financial aid search and application, and more!
Meet our College Counselor
Lindsay Davis
Director of College Counseling | Higher Education Expert | Student Advocate
Lindsay brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to supporting students on their post-secondary journeys.
She began her career in college admissions at Ball State University before transitioning to school counseling in 2006 at Fishers High School. For the past decade, Lindsay has worked in private school college admissions, where she has helped countless students navigate the college admissions process with compassion, insight, and expertise.
college counseling process
College Counseling at ISI is a comprehensive four-year process throughout Grades 9 to 12. Along with the highlights listed below, students also are able to make individual appointments to discuss short and long-term goals, create action plans, and learn more about opportunities available to them at ISI and beyond.
Alumni Success
Kyle Kuzmic attended the International School of Indiana (ISI) from Pre-Kindergarten until he graduated in 2011.
After his time at ISI, Kyle continued his education at Indiana University Bloomington, double-majoring in Human Biology and French. After completing his undergraduate degrees in 2015 he continued his education at the IU School of Dentistry, completing his Doctorate in Dental Surgery and then at the Texas A&M College of Dentistry for his Certificate in Orthodontics and Master’s in Oral Biology.
Kyle credits his education at ISI for opening up doors for him in college and beyond, including using his French to study abroad in Aix-en-Provence for 6 months during college, and to embark on dental service trips to Haiti while in dental school
Margaret Schnabel began her time at the International School of Indiana (ISI) as a Grade 6 student, graduating in 2017.
After her time at ISI, Margaret went on to attend Indiana University as a Herman B Wells scholar, pursuing degrees in English and Cognitive Science. Afterward, she obtained her Master’s degree in World Literatures in English from the University of Oxford. Margaret is currently pursuing her PhD in English at Harvard University.
Margaret credits the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum taught at ISI for helping her gain skills in independent thinking and reflection, which she continues to use every day.
Madelyn Neal came to the International School of Indiana (ISI) in 2002 as a 3 year old in the French language track, staying until she graduated in 2017.
After her time at ISI, Madelyn was prepared to continue her academic career first at Miami University of Ohio for her undergraduate degree and accelerated Master’s degree, and is currently attending New York University for her Ph.D. in French. Madelyn credits the language learning programs at ISI for guiding the course of her life and future career, with future goals to become a French professor for university and graduate students.
"Besides the practical knowledge I learned at ISI such as statistics and French, my friends and teachers at ISI was absolutely amazing. They helped me go through the hardest times, and because of them, I have the motivation and the confidence to pursue my future goals."
"It sounds trite but ISI produces citizens of the world. From community service, to exchange trips, to daily interactions with teachers and peers, I was regularly confronted with the idea that the world is a complex, diverse place. As a result, I developed the tools to adapt to my surroundings and connect with people from all walks of life - whether that was a night out in Bloomington or interning on the Supreme Court of Ghana."
"ISI had a fine balance of fostering a very close-knit group that relied on each other while encouraging us to be self-sufficient and independent young people. I felt prepared to go out into the world as an active participant, as a leader, and most importantly as a teammate."
“ISI is a school that goes beyond teaching a set of facts; it teaches students how to think critically and make their own assessments of the world.”
College Rep Information
COLLEGE REP VISITS
CONTACT COLLEGE COUNSELING
Lindsay Davis, Director
ldavis@isind.org
317-923-1951
HIGH SCHOOL PROFILE
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