For students from Mumbai - The KIC-Counselling Program
Individual Counselling sessions with Prof. Ganesh Kohli.
Three stage program:
1. General guidance and selection of universities
* Aptitude evaluation interviews and discussions for selection of an appropriate course and area of specialization
* Sessions on understanding the US educational system
* Selection of universities on the basis of financial aid opportunities, job opportunities, KIC alumni feedback, research interests, rankings, etc
2. Guidance for application preparation and financial aid
* Sessions on understanding how the admission process works
* Assistance in preparation of recommendation letters and essays (SOP’s)
* Assistance in preparation of other relevant academic and financial documents
* Assistance in completing financial aid applications
* Thorough counselling for assistantships and other financial aid
* Special guidance for maximizing aid opportunities
3. Visa Counselling and pre-departure program
* Interaction with parents (sponsors) for financial planning
* Guidance for preparation of financial and academic documents
* Intensive training for the visa interview – upto 8 rounds of mock interviews
* Special emphasis on psychological preparation for the visa
* Pre-departure seminars to ensure a smooth transition to a US university
Important note:
The objective of the counselling service is to provide all the help for a student and his / her family till he / she arrives at a US university. The service is offered for students looking to pursue higher education in Engineering, Medicine, Architecture, Para-medical fields (Public Health, Pharmacology, Hospital administration, etc.), Natural sciences and Physiotherapy among others.
Registration procedure for the KIC – Counselling program:
The registration has to be completed at any KIC Center. To enroll for the program you need to complete the following formalities:
1. Fill up a registration form and questionnaire (provided at the KICCenter)
2. Appear for a 20 minute interview with Prof. Ganesh Kohli
3. Submit 5 passport size photographs
4. Submit copies of all academic records from 10th grade onwards
5. Pay the fees either by cheque or cash (cheques are made payable to “KIC”)
Other information:
For detailed information and free initial counselling, please meet Prof. Ganesh Kohli with a prior appointment. Also, at the KIC centers you would have access to information about the strong KIC alumni network.
