Our team of experts have an in-depth knowledge of the college application process spanning countries including the US, UK, Singapore, Canada, Europe , Hong Kong & liberal arts institutions in India. We offer unmatched knowledge and experience of the admissions process.
We’re not only focussed on top schools, we’re also focussed on you. We know that each student is unique, which is why we offer customised, one-on-one counselling to help you identify your best fit school, and then take the steps to help you get there.
Counselling services to help you gain admission to top universities abroad. Our goal is to illuminate and simplify the college application process through one-on-one admissions counselling.
Going through the process of planning to eventually applying to US universities can be overwhelming. When I was looking for a consular, I wanted someone who would work with my child in mentoring him through the process, rather than dictate and follow a standardized checklist. Katherine was exactly that. She mentored my son over two years and guided him at every juncture. She was always personally available to me and my son when we needed to speak with her and also prompt in replying with a specific guidance which you look for. She is definitely one of the persons I give credit to, for having him successfully maneuver the college admission process.
I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for holding us through this tumultuous and crazy journey. My daughter could not have achieved what she has without your support and guidance. It really felt that you were rooting for her as much as I was I will always be grateful for that.
I started working with Edvanta at the beginning of the eleventh grade. Edvanta enabled me to optimise my extracurricular opportunities and create a cohesive profile from my activities and hobbies. During college application season, I received invaluable feedback on my essays, activities list, and other aspects of my application that needed fine-tuning. Overall, working with Katherine and her team was an amazing experience!
I found Katherine totally invested in my daughter's success and we worked seamlessly as a team from day one. Her guidance was light-handed, yet deeply committed, her accessibility total, her responses prompt, her organisational skills and follow-up impeccable. We couldn't have asked for a better counsellor. But what I appreciated the most was the space she gave my daughter to grow in confidence and become the best version of herself. Katherine pushed her gently but firmly towards what she was capable of achieving with her essays and in the process helped her application shine a light on the whole person, while focussing on her strengths. This is a challenging journey for anyone, but Katherine took the burden on herself and made it fun for us. I have already signed up my son with her and would recommend her wholeheartedly to those lucky enough to find her.
I found Katherine totally invested in my daughter's success and we worked seamlessly as a team from day one. Her guidance was light-handed, yet deeply committed, her accessibility total, her responses prompt, her organisational skills and follow-up impeccable. We couldn't have asked for a better counsellor. But what I appreciated the most was the space she gave my daughter to grow in confidence and become the best version of herself. Katherine pushed her gently but firmly towards what she was capable of achieving with her essays and in the process helped her application shine a light on the whole person, while focussing on her strengths. This is a challenging journey for anyone, but Katherine took the burden on herself and made it fun for us. I have already signed up my son with her and would recommend her wholeheartedly to those lucky enough to find her.
I started working with Katherine in Class 10, and it was an excellent experience right from the start. From guidance on course selection and profile-building, to reviewing my essays multiple times and helping me edit them to perfection, she was there throughout the whole process. I appreciated that she never took a “one-size-fits –all” approach to working with students, and instead focussed on me as an individual. She’s able to identify a student’s core strengths and personality, and help that shine through in the application. I think that that level of attention and dedication is extremely rare to find in a counsellor, and one of the things that sets Katherine apart.
Working with Katherine and her team was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. She helped me understand the nuances of US college admissions, focus my ideas, and improve my writing. Thanks to her, I am about to start at the university of my dreams, NYU-Stern, and I couldn’t be more thrilled!
Thank you for all of the support you’ve given my son this past year. While some college counsellors focus on students’ weaknesses, I love that you instead focus on a students’ strengths, and finding the best fit school for them. Without a doubt, your encouragement and unwavering support helped my son make it into UCLA. So thank you again!
Working with Katherine and the team made the entire process super smooth ! From creating realistic deadlines and constant feedback meetings for essays, the process felt a lot less overwhelming. What truly set this guidance apart was the personalized support in recognizing my strengths and goals. Through insightful discussions, I gained a deeper understanding of myself, allowing me to channel my efforts into projects that held genuine significance for me. While the crucial months seemed super challenging, I was accepted Early Decision into my top school and am super excited to start this fall. I am immensely grateful for the support that has paved the way for this exciting new chapter!
This Truly was a Journey ! I cannot begin to say enough about the overall experience with Katherine Mehta ( Edvanta Consulting ). She encouraged , hand held & supported our daughter above & beyond . Katherine was always available to us with issues that came up from the beginning of the application process and till now after college acceptance. For Understanding & listening to our suggestions Katherine carefully guided us keeping in mind my daughters Strong & not so strong points &helped us navigate our way to compiling the “ Best Fit” college list for her . To keep a planned schedule and timeline would be something I as a parent valued alot as I feel it’s not only the child but the parent who needs some hand holding as well ( at least I needed it .. so can speak for myself) We felt heard & supported every step of the way. I am certain her influence now will go past the admissions process and help my daughter during her whole college experience.! I would highly recommend College Counseling by Katherine Mehta ( Edvanta )- best decision we could have made!
College applications can be a challenging time in every teenager's life, from figuring out where to go, what course to apply for and which family member to please. After having experienced this first-hand, I would like to share my journey with Edvanta Counselling. From our very first meeting, I felt encouraged and confident, to aim for my dream college and ultimately make that a reality. From struggling to write my very first draft of my personal statement to being confused as to which course to apply for, the counselling team has guided me every step of the way, all whilst making me feel as a part of the process and independent throughout. I would like to thank the people at Edvanta Counselling for helping me achieve my dream with their relentless support and utmost attention to detail, in making my journey a success. Last but not least, a special thank you to Mrs. Katherine Mehta for all her understanding, support and patience as she guided me through the process.
I loved the fact that Katherine was very hands on during the application process. Even during grade 11 she continued to check in to see the progress I’ve made with my projects and social service. Overall, Katherine was a great help to me during my application process.
I thoroughly appreciated the way everything was conducted. Results aside, the procedure itself was great learning. Thank you Katherine.
Excellent support
Our son was supported through his college application process by Katherine her team ( Deepika, Isha , Vartik ) at Edvanta over 3 years from grade 10 through grade 12. During this time, he had regular detailed meetings with the team where at first he was mentored with ideas and brainstorming for his profile building and later through the process of shortlising colleges, essay writing and the application process. In parallel, we were always kept in the loop through the transcripts of every meeting that were shared with us. Additionally, Katherine was personally always available to address any queries we had. We were particularly impressed with how meticulously organised everything was - sharing of information, reminders, timelines - every key aspect of the the “what next” process was anticipated and shared with us well in time. All this planning, support, patience and hard work by Katherine and team played a huge role in helping him get accepted at great colleges , including his dream college. Overall, our experience with Edvanta has been very satisfying and we highly recommend them if your child is planning to apply to college in USA. A big thank you to Katherine, Deepika , Isha and Vartik.
When we started the journey with Katherine In 2021 for our daughter Rianna’s college Councelling, we were very nervous as this was our first experience. We had no idea what to expect, where and how will it start and where it will end. As we started sessions Katherine helped us to understand and chalk out a road map of how things will go. One step led to another and through this unnerving and pressure filled time Katherine handheld Rianna and helped her choose a path that was meant for her and her personality. From taking major decisions like subject choices to building a profile worthy of a good college application, Katherine has mentored Rianna. She understood Rianna and her emotions and worked with them beautifully to a point of sharing the intense moments with all of us as a family. we knew she was always there to help Rianna make the right choices keeping in mind her desires, personality and dreams. Team Edvanta is a full package of what a high school student needs. We are happy to have made the choice of working with Katherine and her team for our daughters career Councelling. Rianna has gotten through a wonderful program at a great college. I would Recommend Edvanta college Councelling at the drop of a hat.
Dearest Katherine, As I sit here today seeing Vivhan graduate I can’t thank you enough for being such an integral part of our journey! Being there for me when I needed it the most Thank you for all your love support and blessings
Dear Ms. Mehta, Ms. Sangwan, and the Entire Edvanta Consulting Team, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each of you for your exceptional support throughout my journey to the University of California, San Diego. From guiding me through essay brainstorming to refining my activities list when deadlines were imminent, your dedication was invaluable. I especially appreciate how Ms. Mehta and Ms.Sangwan went out of their way to assist me with tasks that weren't even within their official scope of duties. Ms. Mehta, from our very first meeting, your clarity and honesty were incredibly refreshing. You didn't sugarcoat anything, yet your predictions and guidance proved to be spot on. Your structured approach and professional demeanor in brainstorming essay ideas were instrumental in shaping my application. Ms. Sangwan, your personal attention and dedication were beyond what I could have hoped for. During those critical moments when deadlines loomed, you graciously invested long hours in refining every detail of my activities list. Your meticulous focus on each word truly made a Difference. To the entire team at Edvanta, your unwavering support did not stop at my acceptance letter. From navigating financial aspects to answering even the smallest of my questions, you consistently went above and beyond. This journey to UC San Diego would not have been possible without your expertise, dedication, and genuine care. Your collective efforts have made a profound impact on my future, and for that, I am forever grateful. Thank you once again for everything you have done for me. I look forward to staying in touch and hope to one day pay forward the kindness and guidance you have shown me. Warmest regards, Pratham Aggarwal
I am delighted to express my sincere appreciation for the guidance and support provided by my college counselor, Katherine Ma'am. She has been instrumental in shaping my path towards higher education with unwavering dedication and expertise. Katherine Ma'am's empathetic and supportive approach have been crucial in turning challenges into strengths. Her guidance not only focused on academic pursuits but also fostered an inclusive environment that empowered me to embrace my unique perspective and use it as an asset in my educational journey. She also provided peer mentoring and organised interesting workshops to equip me through this journey.
Hi Katherine With ED result just around the corner, I wanted to pause and tell you that it has been a complete pleasure working with you and the team. Your personal involvement on everything, Deepika's prompt responses and the team's effort has always made us feel how important this is for you, as it is for us. I want to thank you and say I feel grateful that we went through this journey with you. It just couldn't have been better. Whatever the result may be we are confident that we all have done our best from our end. And that couldn't have been possible without you at all. We will always be grateful to you for making this tough journey easier for us by being so connected and personally invested!
Working with Katherine and her team transformed my son’s college application journey from overwhelming to confidence instilling. When my son was entering high school, I remember panicking thinking of college entrance exams and the other requirements that make a stellar application. I reached out to Katherine who not only navigated his four years in high school but also made it an enjoyable experience. During his four years in high school, Katherine guided my son on pre-college programs, advance placement courses, and internships in India and abroad. My sons admission to Duke in the Early Decision Round 1 has been a dream come true and I am grateful to Katherine and her team for supporting us at every step.
My son, Aditya Dev, had always aspired to study abroad and gain admission to a strong university for his higher studies. Although we approached Edvanta for guidance toward the end of his 11th grade, Katherine ma’am and her team began supporting him immediately. From identifying suitable opportunities such as olympiads, tournaments, and other profile-building activities to guiding him through the entire college application process, they supported him at every step. They helped him shortlist colleges, choose a compelling essay topic, and refine the essay until it was submission-ready. Their instinct and in-depth knowledge of the admissions process are truly unmatched. Aditya was accepted into the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, his early decision college, which is highly competitive. Our family is extremely happy with the outcome and grateful for Edvanta’s guidance.
We are incredibly grateful for the guidance and support we received throughout this entire admissions journey. Without your help, we truly believe the outcome would not have been the same. This process can be extremely stressful for both students and families, and from day one, you made it feel structured, manageable, and reassuring. You consistently reminded us that things would work out, and that steady reassurance made a real difference. From the start, Katherine and her team clearly understood the pulse on the ground. They were organized, proactive, and thoughtful in the way they worked with us. They were always suggesting meaningful ways to build and strengthen the overall profile, from competitions and internships to activities and long term planning, all tailored to our son rather than a one size fits all approach. We met regularly from the beginning to stay on track, and those monthly check ins kept everything moving in the right direction. As we entered the final year, the increased touchpoints were exactly what we needed. The flexibility of meeting both online and in person was also incredibly helpful and made the process feel accessible and personal. As the application phase intensified, it was reassuring to work with a well structured team. We had dedicated support for tracking activities and planning, developing the passion project, refining the resume and LinkedIn profile, brainstorming and finalizing college choices, working through supplemental essays and the Common App essay, and preparing for interviews. Each person brought clarity and focus, and together it felt like a very coordinated effort. What stood out most was the team’s availability and genuine care. No question ever felt too small, and responses were prompt even during busy or stressful moments. This level of support and attentiveness is impressive. We would highly recommend Edvanta to any family navigating the college admissions process. The professionalism, individualized guidance, and truly caring team made what is often an overwhelming experience feel lighter and far more manageable.
