Amitav and Samatha Mookherjee
Parents of Atyantika Mookherjee
Atyantika is the student she is, the scholar she strives to be and the person she is blossoming into – all due to guidance and mentoring by Ashish and the advice of Rupali.
We have no doubt in that. Tahe dil se shukriya, from two proud parents.
We simply sowed the seed…Ara nurtured and tended to the sapling with love and care. Atyantika should become the strong oak she has the potential for with her efforts and determination.
The journey with Ara has been enlightening, purposeful and so positive. From the early days in 2020, in these 2 and half years, we all have grown so much with Ara’s guidance. Of course our dear child Atyantika has blossomed into a confident and competent student, a responsible global citizen and an individual with good values, thanks to a holistic mentoring by Ashish and timely advice of Rupali. Today if Atyantika stands at the threshold of a new beginning, the nurturing yet firm hand of Ara is always beside her, guiding her, directing her, cajoling her and supporting her. We can’t be grateful enough and we shall always cherish this relationship of a lifetime.
Rupali and Ashish have been friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. They did not draw boundaries based on their professional obligations but became a true partner along with us in this journey. Ashish took the time to understand my daughter and her goals, and helped her achieve them. Our daughter was able to get into her top choice with a full scholarship all thanks to them.
We highly recommend Ara for an experience that will not only allow for a successful college application process, but lifelong and indelible mentorship.
Rupa and Anand Hingne
Parents of Arjun Hingne
If we were to describe in one word, our experience with Ara, for our son Arjun, it will be ‘Transformative’!!
Our son was keen to go beyond the conventional rat race of JEE etc, but was struggling to figure out the landscape of institutions that would act like a good springboard for his professional career.
To address this fundamental need, Ara has a robust process, which begins with a deep understanding of the streams that our son wanted to pursue. It culminated in a shortlist of the best reputed institutions both in India & abroad for the chosen streams. This gave enormous clarity to our son. Then began the process of Profile/CV creation, Essay & Interview preparation.
We soon realized that each college has a different operating philosophy, that permeates into their application & admission process. The Ara team understands this very well. Consequently they set a tailored regimen, setting a gruelling pace for our son to build his profile and to prepare for the interviews based on each different college. Throughout this process, they struck the right balance of encouragement & critique. It helped our son to appreciate his inherent potential and also become aware of his areas of improvement.
A disciplined weekly routine with regular touchpoints to track progress was set. Monthly parent meetings helped us keep pace with the entire admission process. This process of Ara which in our opinion is akin to plucking a rough stone and polishing it into a shining gem has yielded results far beyond what we had thought a few months ago.
Today our son has got offers from some of the best ranked universities across India, Europe, Canada & Australia. Full credit to Ara for helping us navigate through a very critical phase of our lives as parents – that of setting our children on the best possible path for their higher education.
We hope that many more parents and students are able to benefit from Ara in their quest for finding a differentiated career path.
Shibani Sircar Kurian and Kurian Jose
Parents of Ishaan Kurian
Our association with Ara started somewhat late by normal standards of career counselling. Our son, Ishaan, was already into Grade 12. However, Ara, in the short span of time, has been instrumental in helping Ishaan navigate the tough period of college applications. More importantly, Ashish and Rupali were not just counsellors, they played the role of friend, mentor and guide, all put together.
Their personalised attention was something that really stood out for us and this helped Ishaan explore options which we had not thought of earlier. They encouraged independent thinking and self exploration. Their guidance has helped Ishaan choose a career path which we hope will help him achieve his true potential.
We wish Ara great success and hope to continue our association.
Meeta and Rishi Shinde
Parents of Dhruhee Shinde
When we enrolled with Ara, we were still unsure about what Dhruhee would like to pursue. Under the mentorship of Rupali and Ashish, Dhruhee began her journey of self-discovery. And, wow, has she changed!!! We now see her as a confident, caring and compassionate young adult.
The structured and thought provoking guidance offered by Ashish pushed her to move out of her comfort zone and explore endless possibilities. Every step that Dhruhee thought she couldn’t do, it was Ara who convinced her she could. With offers from all her dream choices, Dhruhee is ready to embark on the most exciting part of her journey of life.
No words can convey the gratitude we feel for Ara. Forever indebted for the way Dhruhee has taken flight. Ara’s presence in our life has changed our perspectives for the better. Will never forget the impact that Ara has made in our lives.
Kanchan and Varun Arora
Parents of Siya Arora
We met a few college admissions counselors in NCR to seek help for our daughter, Siya’s university admissions. We were looking for support across American, European and Indian universities.
Among all the counsellors we met, we found Ara to be the most genuine, in their approach and as people. The solutions that Ara proposed for Siya’s admissions, their personalized and customized focus on Siya as a person and not as a student, without any copy-paste, templatized approach appealed the most to us.
Ara personalized the entire process for what Siya stands for and what Siya is. They worked tirelessly with her and us, one-on-one, to ensure that we maximized our university choices and admission probability.
At Ara, we were more than just a statistic. Ara was available always, above and beyond what we expected of them. I could always approach Rupali or Ashish whenever I had a doubt, and they were always ready to help – no matter the time of the day.
We are grateful to Ara for helping Siya secure admissions in US, Europe and India; on almost full ride scholarships. Highly recommended.
Pragya and Raghav Nathani
Parents of Parents of Rishika Nathani
We wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for the incredible support and guidance you’ve provided to our daughter, Rishika, throughout her college application journey. Your unwavering dedication to her success has not only helped her navigate the complexities of the admission process but has also played a significant role in shaping her into the confident and honest individual she has become.
From the very beginning, you have been a pillar of strength for her, offering guidance at every step of the way. Your ability to instill clarity in her decisions, coupled with your encouragement, has empowered her to make informed choices and pursue her dreams with conviction.
Your availability and willingness to go above and beyond have not gone unnoticed. Whether it was answering her countless questions, providing feedback on her essays, or simply lending an empathetic ear, your support has been invaluable.
Beyond the realm of academics, your mentorship has had a profound impact on her personal growth. Through your guidance, she has not only gained admission to her dream university but has also emerged as a more confident and authentic individual, ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
As parents, we cannot thank you enough for the positive influence you’ve had on our daughter’s life. Your dedication, wisdom, and kindness have left an indelible mark, and we are forever grateful for your role in her journey. Our sincere appreciation.
Ritu and Alok Lall
Parents of Shreya Lall
When we first connected with Ara, we were very apprehensive as we were starting the engagement too late.
And we were ‘burnt’ by other counsellors who either felt Shreya hasn’t done ‘enough’ to build a profile or doesn’t have what it takes to get to top colleges.
I still remember our first conversation when Ara said that Shreya is the first priority and we’ll partner on shaping what we have. Cut to today, I believe Shreya is a very different person today – mature, confident, thanks to the series of coaching conversations with Ara.
She enjoyed every session because there was no stress about the next application to be filled, the iterations on the essays and the prioritization of universities. She has got through the college of her choice and we didn’t have to worry about it. Thank you for the partnership!
Gopinath and Hemlata Phargade
Parents of Soham Phargade
Our son, Soham, got 14 admissions from the 17 applications we submitted – which include Top 10 and Top 50 global Universities. This is even more commendable as we insisted on Economics as a Major – which is very difficult to get into.
Ara put in place a rigorous monitoring mechanism for the activities that they coached Soham for – along with monthly updates to us, the parents.
Ara got Soham to hit the ground running right from early interactions, as they have their SOPs well defined and specific. All the ideas were entirely customized for Soham, the student and Soham, the person; which helped us build a distinctive profile for him vis-a-vis his peer group.
We would like to highlight the way Ara ideated and brainstormed for all the essays, the time they invested in coaching Soham for writing his stories; which I think played a big role in Soham getting Honors acceptances along with admissions directly for BS/MS and BS/MBA programs, which is very rare. Add to that, scholarships we earned.
In fact, Ara continued to handhold us well after that, to objectively choose from the 14 acceptances; and helped with I-20 and Visa procedures.
Above all of this, we believe that Ara played a huge role in the overall development of our son, coaching him on overall personality development, while making him more disciplined.
Bhupesh and Sheetal Mishra
Parents of Masoom Mishra
Ara Consulting has been one of the best decisions we have ever made.
We had started a little late, but by the end, we felt more confident than ever.
Interactions with Ara’s leadership gave us the confidence we needed; and gave Masoom, our daughter, the boost and motivation she needed.
Ara helped her find colleges that we had not considered but that best matched Masoom’s academic interests and her personality. Ara was with Masoom through every step of the application process, including making sure that Masoom pushed her limits to ensure her ‘story’ was persuasive.
Masoom has acquired so many new skills, including speaking, writing, and managing her thoughts, which used to flood in an unorganised manner before she was coached and mentored by Ara.
The rollercoaster of our Admissions applications journey was amazing, thanks to Ara!
Monika and Amit Ailawadi
Parents of Maanya Ailawadi
Our collaboration with Ara has been truly exceptional. Seeing our daughter’s growth during sessions with Rupali and Ashish has been a dream fulfilled. We’re grateful to both of them for offering her such valuable opportunities. Their commitment to fostering our daughter’s personal development and assisting her with college applications has made a positive impact. What stood out the most was their prompt availability and personal attention to all our queries, starting from our first meeting with Rupali to their regular updates and clarity on even the smallest questions.
Despite our delayed connection with them, they consistently delivered and were fully committed to tailoring our daughter’s college choices to align with her unique qualities and aspirations, demonstrating genuine care and support. Their focus on authenticity and honesty ensured that our daughter’s journey was genuine and meaningful. Ashish’s encouragement for her to stay true to herself in her applications, without fabricating information, ensured that her experiences were not just on paper but reflected real-life situations.
Their friendly approach prioritized our daughter’s well-being above all else, and their guidance and encouragement have not only contributed to her current success but have also laid a solid foundation for her future endeavors. Their unwavering belief and dedication have been a guiding light, paving the way for her goals.
We feel fortunate to have such supportive mentors for our daughter, who not only shared their knowledge but also imparted wisdom, nurturing her growth and potential. Their influence will endure as she continues to flourish and make a positive impact in the world.
We wish them all the best and hope they continue to inspire and instil values in future generations.
Devanshu Bhatt
Father of Poorvi Bhatt
It was already August and we were caught unprepared, unaware and careless. We were tensed and stressed out – what will our daughter Poorvi do after schooling, what is she capable of? We had seen glimpses of brilliance in her but aiming to send her for schooling to US was a far-fetched dream for us, until we stumbled upon Ara Consulting. Poorvi had scored well in SAT and we really wanted to explore US education for her.
It was indeed already very late and then Ara came to our rescue. The best part about Rupali and Ashish was that they were honest, forthright, and upfront about the situation we were in.
We finalized taking counselling from them for Poorvi’s US admissions. Next few days saw us scrambling for which college to choose and then came a list of prospective colleges from Ara. It all made so much sense. Rupali and her team identified the safety, target, and dream schools for Poorvi, who had hardly interacted with Rupali; who’s experience and knowledge was extremely useful in quickly carving out Poorvi’s admission strategy.
Next few months went in filling up forms, creating Poorvi’s resume, profile and writing essays. There could not be anyone better than Ashish to help her out in this journey. I admit that it is Ashish and his superb grasp on English, essay writing, creating profiles and simply just the knack of what clicks and what does not, that made all the difference. Often Poorvi would come to me to seek relief from Ashish. I took a hard stand and made it clear “you ought to do what Ashish says”. It clicked, she cracked all the safety’s most of them with 100% scholarship and got into targets and few stretch/dream Schools as well, most with over 75% scholarship.
In the process I feel Ara was able to instill a lot of confidence in Poorvi and played a huge role in making her believe that she is a star and deserves to get the best.
As Poorvi leaps into the next phase of her life, it is indeed Ashish, Rupali and Ara, we will always be indebted to. We hope Poorvi does well and would really want to recommend several other Poorvis to seek admission counselling from Ara – Ashish and Rupali. It’s not counselling – they help discover you, what you are, what you can be. We are lucky to have such awesome mentors and counsellors still in this materialistic and robotic world. Thank you Ara, Thank you Ashish and Rupali!
Gaurav and Diviya Gautam
Parents of Adviti Gautam
Rupali Deolalikar-Dehade and Ashish Dehade are brilliant college counsellors that we have had the pleasure of working with! We are so glad that we chose them as counsellors for our daughter.
From selecting colleges, to brainstorming options; they have been there every step of the way, helping us make the best decisions. With their vast knowledge of colleges and professional insights, they identified the strengths of our daughter right away and helped her apply to colleges that would value her strengths.
Applying to colleges is a complex and overwhelming process, but with Ara, led by Rupali and Ashish, it almost felt like an enjoyable learning process for our daughter and us!
Their strong communication skills brought clarity to an otherwise complicated process. They laid out a clear path that helped reduce the stress for both, our daughter, and for us; thus strengthening our confidence.
We cannot imagine what these times would feel like for us without them, and for that, we thank Rupali and Ashish wholeheartedly. Conversations with Rupali were always very productive and pleasant. She spent considerable time tirelessly answering our questions. Ashish’s patience and encouragement provided the much needed positive energy to our daughter throughout the entire process.
We highly recommend Rupali and Ashish if you’re looking for college counsellors! They genuinely care about their students’ success!
Deepak and Krishna Wadhwani
Parents of Aaryan Wadhwani
We cannot recommend Ara enough for their exceptional student counselling services for admissions abroad. Their unparalleled expertise and extensive knowledge in the field, coupled with their dedication to helping students achieve their academic goals, is truly remarkable.
What sets Ara apart is their personalized approach towards each student, taking the time to understand their unique needs and tailoring their guidance accordingly. Their availability to answer questions and provide guidance throughout the process of applying for college or university is second to none. Moreover, their professionalism and kindness make the entire process much less stressful and daunting.
Thanks to Ara’s unwavering assistance, our son was able to navigate the complex process of applying to undergraduate university with ease. Their meticulous attention to detail and guidance through the application process instilled the confidence to pursue our son’s admission to his dream university.
We highly recommend Ara for their excellent counselling and mentorship. Any student who works with them is sure to benefit greatly from their expertise, support, and dedication.
Praval Sharma
Father of Archit Sharma
My experience with Ara was extremely positive and compared to my friends who went to other counsellors, very different too! We were going through the regular race of trying to get our son admission into IIT but he had other interests. During process of speaking to different coaching institutes, we came across Ara through our son’s school event. That was truly the turning point in our journey of going through the arduous process of college admission.
There was honesty during initial interactions which helped in building complete trust for us to be guided by them through this process. Since the very first interaction with Ara, the experience was comforting and insightful – their practical approach and personal touch had made our journey exciting and enriching. We knew we were in right hands. They were always there 24×7 whenever we had any questions or needed guidance.
It was really impressive with the personal attention that was given to our son during the entire admissions process, right from shortlisting the colleges to the entire admission procedure. We had regular touch points as parents during the entire process and eventually our son was admitted into many top US universities.
Sudheer and Anupama Prabhu
Parents of Kshitij Prabhu
When we were planning to send our son for higher studies outside India, we were utterly confused given the options and courses available. We had a big challenge due to different geographies we lived in…
During this period we were referred to Ara Consulting by one of our friends. It was a peak Covid period and physical contact was not possible so the initial discussion happened over Google Meet to basically understand the services offered. It was a great experience during the first interaction itself and we had made up our mind for their services.
We agreed to take very specific services like Planning, Profile Building, Ideation, SOP and CV review. Once we signed up it was a rigorous process for our child. Ara constantly followed up with our son, made him do the SOP and CV and helped him ideate through Review and Challenge process. The end result was fantastic… We found a change in the confidence levels of our son.
We applied for almost 10+ universities having a good mix with help of Ara and got admit offers for 7 of them. This was something big given a short period of 6 months we had to prepare for the whole journey.
What we liked most about this engagement is Ara’s guidance, their availability to discuss and clarify our doubts any time of the day, their deep knowledge of how the education system works and their ability to coach and build. We are extremely happy with the outcome and satisfied with our decision of engaging Ara Consulting without even a referal by any of thier existing clients. What we are happy about is “Ghar jaisa Feel” in every interaction that we have had with them.
Sudipta & Shibatosh Sarkar
Parents of Shounak Sarkar
College admissions being an important part in the furtherance of education and shaping future goals, we were on the lookout for advisors for our son Shounak. We interacted with a few education counsellors before we came across Ara. Since the very first interaction with Ara, the experience was stimulating, and comforting – be it their approach, their in-depth knowledge and insights, their analyses of the strength of the student, future goals and well-thought-out advice. They expertly took us through the myriad choices available and helped us to zero down on a few definite choices which we would like to pursue.
During the handholding part of the application process – Ara insisted on personally checking each and every application before the final submission. Ara had a disciplined approach for each application and critically reviewed each part of the applications. Also, because of Ara’s detailed coaching, the quality of essays that our son wrote improved drastically. The personal coaching for tests and interviews, the rigour to touch upon each and every small aspect were really impressive.
Today our son stands with offers from some of the top-ranked universities across the world and we are in a situation of having to choose from among the best!
Vivek and Geeta Khanna
Parents of Agasstya Khanna
We appreciate the scientific and logical approach that Ara has, which got Agasstya’s selection in multiple colleges; and admitted to one of the finest business schools in India.
Ara has been one of the best choices we made. We are really impressed with the personal attention that was given to our son during the entire admission process, right from listing the colleges to the admission procedure. The direction and valuable guidance by Ara has been one of the key factors in achieving goals of studying in one of the best universities.
Ara has helped our son achieve his goals and has always been there at every step of the way in order to guide our son. We would recommend Ara to any aspirant wanting to study in their dream universities.
Sonali and Hemant Arora
Parents of Aryan Arora
We were introduced to Ara by a reference in 2020. Although they were not many years in the field of counselling, speaking with them instilled confidence in us that we have our child’s interest and career in safe hands.
Ara has been there with us since day one and hand held us through the entire process of submission of forms/preparation of interviews/guiding in essays writing and other minute details. Oftentimes, they have been more concerned about the admissions process than us!
In fact, we have developed a strong personal bond with the founders of Ara, who are more friends than Counsellors now!
Vikram Agarwal
Father of Kaira Agarwal
We were recommended to Ara Consulting by a friend whose daughter had already worked with them. Our friend said that their child’s journey with Ara was nothing short of transformative. The sceptics that we are, we decided to go ahead with Ara with an open mind and hoped for the best. And the best is exactly what we got. We will forever be grateful to Ashish and Rupali whose guidance and expertise played an instrumental role in our daughter’s successful admission to a prestigious design college in New York.
When my daughter expressed her aspirations to pursue a career in design, we knew the journey ahead would be challenging. The daunting college application process, coupled with the competitive nature of admissions, left us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. However, our worries dissipated when we met Ashish and Rupali. Not only did they bring their experience to the table, but they also guided us based on their own journey through the process.
From our initial consultation, Rupali exhibited a solid understanding of the nuances within the education landscape in the US and Europe. Their extensive knowledge of various design programs and colleges was evident. What truly set them apart was their personalized approach. They took the time to understand my daughter’s aspirations, strengths, and unique qualities, tailoring their guidance to align perfectly with her goals.
Throughout the application process, Ashish provided unwavering support and expert advice. He meticulously reviewed my daughter’s profile, offering constructive feedback that not only enhanced her work but also boosted her confidence. Their insights into crafting personal statements and application essays were invaluable, showcasing my daughter’s passion and dedication for design.
Their commitment to my daughter’s success was truly exceptional. Ashish and Rupali were always available to address our concerns, provide guidance, and offer reassurance during moments of uncertainty. Their genuine care and encouragement instilled a sense of confidence in my daughter, empowering her to showcase her talents and unique perspective in the best possible light.
I cannot recommend Ara Consulting highly enough for their professionalism, dedication, and genuine passion for guiding students toward their academic aspirations. Their impact on my daughter’s journey toward achieving her dreams is immeasurable, and our family will forever be grateful for their invaluable support
Sonali and Vinay Tejuja
Parents of Aman Tejuja
Our experience with Ara has been truly remarkable.
Their approachability and friendliness created a comfortable environment for our son Aman . The systematic and well-planned approach, coupled with regular meetings, encouraged critical thinking and instilled confidence in Aman’s university application journey.
Ashish’s brainstorming sessions and idea-sharing were invaluable, making the entire process engaging and insightful. Furthermore, the commitment to regular updates for parents, along with guidance in analyzing universities, deciding the college list, and planning deadlines, showcased their dedication and expertise.
Ara didn’t just help us navigate the complex application process but also ensured a personalized and enriching experience. Ashish and Rupali are not just great counselors; they’re also kind and caring people who leave a lasting positive impression.
We highly recommend Ara.
Jitender Narula
Father of Mihir Narula
We met Ara through a family who spoke very highly of both Ashish & Rupali – as a very helpful and knowledgeable duo.
We engaged them just a few months before College applications’ season started. Both seemed very promising but we felt that not much ground can be covered in such a short span of time. Our son, Mihir was struggling at school so we were reasonably concerned.
Ara was our ray of hope and we onboarded with some skepticism; not for their skills but because time was too short for even them to support us. Ashish assured us of their best efforts, which he did.
Mihir got through all college admissions where Ara supported him. We are thankful to Ara for their relentless support, guidance and resources that helped Mihir crack all his colleges.
Gaurav Gupta
Father of Nyssa Gupta
Ara maintained a strong mentor relationship with my daughter, guiding her towards her future endeavors. Most importantly, the process helped my daughter to bring forward her skills and articulate it in a most effective manner through her application and her essays.
Ara helped us with scholarship programs and provided assistance for us to earn high scholarships. The overall highlight of our relationship was Ara’s personalized approach, which helped my daughter’s acceptance to university that was the best fit for her.
We are grateful to Ara for their invaluable support, attention to detail, consistency, and mentorship. I highly recommend Ara services to any student looking for comprehensive and personalized college counselling.
Ekta and Vishal Anand
Parents of Anisha Anand
When we discovered Ara through a recommendation, we had no idea that this was going to be a turning point in our lives!
Anisha, our daughter, has been a confident child. We sought Ara’s assistance to help with her University applications, to train her for her Admission Interviews, Group Discussions and Faculty Interactions.
Every interaction with Ara, either for Anisha or for us, has been extremely value adding and a learning experience. Ara became our bridge to Anisha’s higher education and we strongly recommend them to anyone with a similar objective for their children.
Neha and Amit Kumar
Parents of Arshia Kumar
Ara has helped shape our daughter Arshia’s thoughts and confidence in building a holistic profile which positioned her well with applying to universities in the US.
With Ashish directly working with her, she developed the confidence and art of writing her applications which were a good blend of her capabilities academically as well as non academic achievements. With his guidance, she developed a strong mindset to capture her life experiences in essays, which are a critical part of the application process.
Rupali brought forth the practical perspective to universities which helped us short list and apply to the ones with a high probability of acceptance.
Numerous conversations and engagements with Ashish and Rupali were nurturing and outcome driven. We are glad to say that Arshia has got through top universities of her choice and is headed to one that is best for her line of subject – Neuroscience!
Thank you Ara – we will always be grateful for your support extended to Arshia!
Minal Savla & Vinod Savla
Parents of Dersh Savla
We want to express our gratitude towards Ara for guiding our son Dersh through what we always thought was a difficult university admissions process.
When we signed up with Ara, there was almost no time, and applications had to start immediately. Yet, Ara assisted Dersh in adding a few important elements to his profile, which ultimately helped us get the admissions we were looking for.
Time was never a constraint, and Ara was always there to coach and mentor Dersh. The very intense preparation for interviews, including being mentally prepared, helped tremendously to prepare Dersh to face interviews of all kinds and to get admission to his dream university.
Arpita and Shubhabrata Majumdar
Parents of Shreya Majumdar
We were quite late in making a decision but now, in hindsight, Ara Consulting has been one of the best decisions we have ever made. So much so that Rupali and Ashish have become a part of our family.
Every interaction with Rupali was pleasant and productive, while she pushed us to adhere to timelines or hand-holding to share documents, fill forms or help connect with persons who have had similar experiences, whenever needed. While Ashish gave Shreya, our daughter, the guidance and motivation she needed.
Ara helped Shreya find colleges that could have never been on our consideration list but that best matched her academic interests and our commercial potential. Ara’s team was with Shreya throughout every step of the application process handholding to input forms while pushing her to ideate for the essays, to advise her to make the story persuasive and within the required constraints and limits. As an effect of the coaching and mentoring by Ara, Shreya is now an improved person who can manage her thoughts, and interact with confidence but the revelation was publishing her book of poems – a centerpiece of her profile today.
The rollercoaster of our successful admissions applications journey and after was amazing. It would not have been possible without Ara.
Sangeeta Shiledar
Parent of Kashmira Shiledar
We came across many Admissions consultants/counselors…most of them more or less offered the same services… which lacked personal touch which we think is very crucial…
As parents, we highly recommend Ara because they don’t just deal with counseling, form filling and timely submissions… their personalized and intensive coaching for our daughter Kashmira on critical skills such as Writing and Interview Preparation made their services stand out…
Ara helped Kashmira’s transition to become a strong story-teller through her essays and a confident interviewee… Another positive with Ara has been their pre-emptive and prompt end-to-end services… There was never a need to follow-up with them… Ara made Kashmira’s Admissions process easy, hassle-free and enjoyable.
Pooja Mehra
Parent of Raghuraj Mehra
My journey with Ara as a parent has been very insightful and extremely comfortable.
Ashish and Rupali are very warm people, and as parents themselves, they clearly understand the state of mind of parents whose kids have to start their university journey.
Not just great mentors, I have found good friends in them.
Dr. Mamta Nagpal
Parent of Arnav Nagpal
The college admission process is arduous. It involves selecting the right universities, years of profile building, financial considerations, essay writing, articulation of extra-curriculars and the like. A professional Counselor makes this roller coaster ride smooth and easy.
Ara has guided me and my family through every step of this journey. With their support, my son Arnav gained acceptance from 10+ global universities such as UMass Amherst, HKUST, University of Manchester, University of Toronto and University of Waterloo.
Although most counselors consider the ‘process’ to be over at that point, Ara coached us on factors to consider while accepting an admission, thus choose between colleges. Ara has played an instrumental role in my son’s admissions and guided us through every step of the extremely complicated process.