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As a parent, you want the best for your child, especially when it comes to their education. Jingkids understands these concerns and is here to support you with our US University Application Review service, designed to make your soon-to-be high school grad's application robust and impactful prior to the Jan 1 application deadline.
Why Choose Jingkids? With a 15-year history of covering international schools and education in China, Jingkids brings unparalleled expertise to the table. Our unique blend of Eastern and Western educational insights is stems from our founders, Michael Wester and Toni Ma, who personally handle each case with the assistance of their 25-person strong support staff.
Diverse Experience Wester grew up in the United States and attended everything from small liberal arts colleges to state universities. His near perfect score on the GMAT exam earned him a full scholarship to Babson College's FW Olin School of Business, long ranked the #1 school in the United States for Entrepreneurship. Ma, born and raised in China and a graduate of the local education primary, secondary and university education system, is deeply familar with the stresses and concerns faced by Chinese students and their parents alike. Together they have been in business running Jingkids since its founding nearly 20 years ago.
Tailored Expertise and Personalized Attention Our service is a comprehensive 4-hour package that starts with a 90-minute initial meeting involving you and your child and our leadership team. This session is designed to understand your child's unique strengths, aspirations, and areas that need support, as well as to provide guidance and advice on finding your best-fit college. Following this, we offer 2.5 hours of meticulous editing and to ensure that your teen’s application reflects his or her true voice and potential. If more support is needed, we offer additional services to suit your child's specific needs.
Reduce Stress As parents we know what senior year can look like for a teen: endless deadlines, major stress, sleep deprivation, pressure from all sides. Oftentimes this leads to missed deadlines, frustration, and insecurity.
Our service can help you manage the stress of wondering: is my application complete? Does it really showcase the real me? Even as a second or a third opinion, Jingkids' insight can make you rest at ease.
Affordable Excellence Jingkids offers a more economical option without compromising on quality. Our base package is competitively priced at ¥3,888, ensuring you get premium service at a fraction of the cost. Our service is especially aimed at those who are struggling to complete their applications on their own or simply seeking a second opinion. Consider it an insurance policy—guaranteeing that even if you've engaged pricier consultants, your teen's application is sound.
Our Unique Perspective While new to the field of application consulting, we bring a deep understanding of international schools in China. Additionally, as parents who have raised a child here in Beijing, navigated both local and international schools and assisting with college applications to boot, our leadership team deeply empathizes with your journey. Additionally, as lifetime professional editors, we ensure that your child's application is polished and compelling. Our pricing reflects our commitment to making high-quality consulting accessible as we embark on this new venture.
Integrity and Authenticity At Jingkids, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity. We do not write the application for your child; instead, we guide him or her through the process, with them doing the writing. This approach ensures that your child genuinely learns and grows, making their application a true reflection of their abilities and aspirations. It also reduces the risk of the application being flagged as inauthentic.
Start Strong, Finish Strong With the college application deadlines approaching, there’s no time to waste. We’re offering our special price for applications between now and year-end application deadlines to ensure every student gets the attention they need.
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Don’t leave your child’s future to chance. Let Jingkids help craft a compelling and robust college application that stands out. For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact us via WeChat:
Ensure your child’s application showcases their best self with Jingkids’ expert guidance. Let’s make this journey successful together!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does Jingkids have a proven track record in application consulting?
A. While we may not have a specific track record in application consulting, we bring a deep understanding of the international school scene in China. Our unique perspective and professional editing skills position us to provide high-quality guidance, and our pricing is reflective of our newcomer status.
Q. What if my child needs more support than the 4-hour package?
A. We offer additional services to suit your child's specific needs beyond the initial 4-hour package, at an hourly rate. These include extended essay reviews, comprehensive application reviews, mock interviews, and US college selection guidance.
Q. How do I know I'm getting my money's worth with Jingkids?
A. Our base package is competitively priced at ¥3,888, offering premium service at a fraction of the cost. Our founders' direct involvement and our personalized attention ensure you receive excellent value and are not passed off to a junior staff person.
Q. My child’s English writing skills are poor. How can Jingkids ensure the quality of my child's application?
A. We guide the student through the application, providing detailed feedback and revisions to ensure the application is polished and coherent. We strive to ensure the student’s voice remains uniquely their own.
Q. What makes Jingkids different from other consultants?
A. Jingkids offers an affordable option without compromising on quality. We provide targeted assistance, perfect for those who don't want to invest heavily upfront, or are seeking a second opinion.
Q. How can I be sure that Jingkids understands my child's unique needs?
A. Our initial 90-minute meeting is designed to understand your child's unique strengths, aspirations, and areas that need support. This comes from both a Chinese and a Western perspective. This personalized approach ensures we tailor our guidance to your child's specific needs.
Q. What if I have already engaged another consultant? Can Jingkids still help?
A. Absolutely! Our service is perfect for those seeking a second opinion. We can review the work provided by full-service consultants to ensure the direction you're headed is sound.
Q. How does Jingkids ensure timely communication and support?
A. With a team of support personnel in Beijing and Shanghai, we manage logistical aspects seamlessly, providing timely communication and high-quality service throughout the application process.
Q. How can Jingkids help in choosing colleges for my child?
A. We offer college selection guidance as part of our additional services. Our expertise in international schools and understanding of your child's aspirations help us recommend the best-fit colleges.
Q. What measures does Jingkids take to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the application?
A. We ask the student to do the work while guiding them through the process. This approach ensures the application is a true reflection of the student's abilities and aspirations, reducing the risk of it being flagged as inauthentic.
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