College Admissions Planning (CAP) process is not well known to many of the NRI parents. Getting into college has never been more competitive. With tens of thousands of qualified candidates, every aspect of an application is critical for success.

North South Foundation in partnership with AcceptU (www.acceptu.org) is offering the following targeted college admission workshops. AcceptU founders and team members have been college admission officers in various Ivy League and other prestigious universities.

College Admissions Planning Workshop Schedule:

Please Click Here to Register Online
Eligibility: Grade 8 or higher

Don’t miss out these workshops! There will be a late fee of $15 for registrations after the deadline. Two-thirds of your contribution is tax-deductible. This portion is used towards helping poor children going to college in India.

Please register online by selecting "Register for Online Workshop" from the Online Workshop tab on the Parent Functions page.

All inquiries should be sent to workshops@northsouth.org.



College Admissions Planning Workshop Overview:

Planning for Summer Activities 2024 - January 21, 2024

High school students have an overwhelming number of options for summer activities – community service engagements, cultural/language immersion opportunities, pre-college programs. And, sometimes, the most differentiated (and interesting) activities are informal, independent and self-driven. In this webinar, join us as we:

  • Discuss various summer options and offer recommendations
  • Provide an overview of how admissions officers evaluate summer activities
  • HIghlight some “under the radar” and differentiated summer activities
  • Offer tips on how parents can help their children build engaging summer plans
Presenter: Jamie Moynihan
Jamie is the Managing Director of College Counseling at AcceptU. He received a BA from University of Mary Washington and an MA in higher education administration from George Mason University. Jamie has a decade of admissions experience at several institutions, including University of California – Berkeley. Jamie provides oversight for all undergraduate counseling at AcceptU and is the host of the Admit One podcast. He is an IECA Professional Member.

Early College Planning for 9th & 10th Graders - February 25, 2024

Setting the foundation for a successful college journey begins early. Planning early ensures families are doing all that they can to make informed decisions and best prepare their children for success in the process. Ultimately, you cannot turn back the clock - and planning early pays dividends many times over. In this webinar, you will learn:

  • The importance of building an academic and extracurricular roadmap
  • How to explore strategies for academic success and skill-building in early high school
  • Ways for your child to discover and pursue activities aligned with passions and strengths
  • What you can do to identify an impactful “passion project” for your child
Presenter: Marc Zawel
Marc is the co-founder and CEO of AcceptU. As author of Untangling the Ivy League, he literally wrote the book on gaining admission to highly selective colleges. He earned a BA from Cornell University – where he met AcceptU’s co-founder – and an MBA from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. At UNC, Marc chaired the admissions advisory board; he has also conducted alumni interviews for Cornell for more than fifteen years.

Successful Pre-Med Case Studies - March 10, 2024 (3rd Sunday is spring recess)

While doctors, dentists and other health practitioners have never been in more demand, pre-med programs and combined BS/MD programs remain some of the most competitive in the United States, making it particularly important for aspiring health professionals to plan early and strategically to realize success. In this webinar you will learn:

  • What admissions officers are looking for specifically in pre-med applicants
  • How to engage in meaningful pre-med extracurricular and summer activities
  • Whether a BS/MD program is the best path for your child
  • The importance of academic competitions for pre-med students
Presenter: Obi Eneh
Obi is a Senior College Counselor at AcceptU. He has a BA in psychology and Asian studies, as well as an MPA, from Clark University. Additionally, Obi received an MA from Columbia University Teachers College, focusing on international educational development. Obi worked as an admissions reader at Johns Hopkins University and an admissions consultant for EducationUSA.

North South College Admissions Success Stories - April 21, 2024

Over the last ten years, as North South’s exclusive college counseling partner, AcceptU has successfully supported hundreds of North South Foundation students in the college admissions process. They have gained admission to the most elite institutions to pursue interests in prestigious fields like pre-med, computer science, and many others. In this webinar, you will:

  • Meet some of our outstanding past North South students
  • Hear about their high school journeys and what led to their success
  • Understand the importance of “passion projects” in standing out
  • Get a firsthand perspective on how to optimize your child’s outcome
Presenter: Sarah Pinson
Sarah is the Associate Director of College Counseling at AcceptU. She received a BA from Davidson College and M.Div. from Vanderbilt University. Sarah has more than seven years of admissions and advising experience at several institutions, including Emory University, College of Charleston and Vanderbilt. Sarah is an IECA Associate Member.

Extracurricular Activities with Impact - September 15, 2024

From an admissions standpoint, a strong academic profile alone is not enough to gain admission into highly selective colleges and universities. Applicants must also convey to admissions committees a purposeful commitment to involvement and leadership outside the classroom. In this webinar you and your child will learn:

  • Why extracurricular and summer activities matter to admissions officers
  • Which activities provide applicants with opportunities to differentiate themselves
  • How leadership is evaluated - and what other qualities colleges are looking for
  • The most common misconceptions about extracurricular activities
Presenter: Anna Stone
Anna is a Senior College Counselor at AcceptU. Anna received an MA in higher education from Stanford University and a BA in geography from University of California – Los Angeles. She worked at Stanford for more than ten years in various administrative roles, including the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

The Ivy League: What It Really Takes to Get In Today - October 13, 2024

Ivy League and “Ivy peers” are some of the most competitive universities in the United States. Beyond achieving excellent grades and scores, students must set themselves apart on all aspects of the application. Join us as we discuss what it truly takes to get into the Ivy League and similar institutions today. In this webinar you will learn:

  • How to build a compelling, differentiated profile that will stand out
  • Advice on avoiding overrepresented and clichéd extracurricular activities
  • The weight that Ivy+ admissions officers give to each component of the application
  • The impact a student’s intended major can have on likelihood of admission
Presenter: Stephen Friedfeld
Stephen is the co-founder and COO of AcceptU. He received a BA from Cornell University, an MA from Columbia University Teachers College, and a Ph.D. from Rice University. Prior to founding AcceptU, Stephen was an Assistant Dean of undergraduate admissions at Cornell for four years and an Associate Dean of graduate admissions at Princeton University for six years. Stephen is an IECA Associate Member.

A Parent's Guide to College Admissions - November 17, 2024

Embarking on the college admissions journey with your child can be both exciting and challenging - for both students and parents. What are recent trends in college admissions and when should you begin planning? What role, as a parent, should you play? How do you empower your child in the process, while still providing input? In this webinar, you will learn:

  • What the current college admissions landscape looks like
  • Effective ways to support and guide your child without overwhelming him or her
  • Strategies to foster independence and responsibility in the college process
  • Common mistakes parents make with their children
Presenter: Leslie O'Connor
Leslie is a Senior College Counselor at AcceptU. Leslie has a BA in theater from the University of Southern California and an MA in higher education from Boston College. Leslie worked in the admissions offices at both USC and Babson College for four years; in addition, she served as a college counselor at two independent high schools for more than a decade.

Your Guide to CS Admissions - December 15, 2024

Is your child passionate about computer science, artificial intelligence, data analytics or a related field? If so, they are in good company. Interest in these fields is booming, making it particularly challenging for students with these intended fields of study to gain admission to top universities. In this webinar, you will learn:

  • What top computer science programs are looking for in applicants
  • The importance of relevant internships, research, projects and contributions
  • The diversity within computer science, from AI to cybersecurity
  • How to build strategies for building compelling computer science portfolios
Presenter: Jamie Moynihan
Jamie is the Managing Director of College Counseling at AcceptU. He received a BA from University of Mary Washington and an MA in higher education administration from George Mason University. Jamie has a decade of admissions experience at several institutions, including University of California – Berkeley. Jamie provides oversight for all undergraduate counseling at AcceptU and is the host of the Admit One podcast. He is an IECA Professional Member.