College Counseling Preparation Program

An enhanced program for new Grade 12 students

College Counselling Preparation Program Overview

Transferring into Grade 12 in the U.S. can be challenging even for the most dedicated students, and the college admissions process can seem complicated. At CATS Boston we have successfully helped hundreds of Grade 12 transfer students graduate to the college or university of their dreams. In order to do this, it is necessary for these students to join our dedicated College Counseling Preparation Program two weeks before regular classes commence to get a head start on understanding and preparing for university progression.

What You Can Expect From The Course

By taking part in the College Counseling Preparation Program, you will:

Meet with the Head of School & College Counseling team before the start of the semester
Create your dream university/college list
Design your “six-year plan”
Receive guidance on the application process in the U.S
Become familiar with our College Counseling software
Learn what top colleges are looking for in applicants
Visit top U.S universities including Harvard, MIT and Boston University
Take part in fun activities and trips
Explore the city of Boston
Practice writing your personal essay
Refine your resume
Interview preparation, including mock interview practice
Participate in career tests and evaluate the outcomes

Student Success

“Arriving at CATS Boston I was very nervous, it’s a new place, new environment, new people, new culture but they helped me get through it because we have such an amazing faculty. The staff, and everyone, are eager to help you settle in and get comfortable.”

Landry from RwandaProgressed to DePauw University (#50 Liberal Arts University Ranking 2025)

“I would totally recommend CATS Academy Boston to everyone who is looking for an international boarding school. I will always remember the 3 years I spent at CATS Academy because this place provides so many new perspectives I couldn’t have got otherwise at my home.”

Dima from UkraineProgressed to University of Pennsylvania (#10 National University Ranking 2025)

“I wanted to attend an Ivy league school and CATS Academy Boston has made it possible. I have been constantly supported by my college counsellors. The environment in CATS Boston has provided me with an opportunity to excel.”

Karolina from UkraineProgressed to Brown University (#13 National University Ranking 2025) 

“The biggest help was my college counselor. He helped me from starting from absolutely nowhere and not having any idea of what I want to do to picking a major and then looking at different colleges. “

Yam from Hong KongProgressed to New York university (#30 National University Ranking 2025)

“My teachers here really support me because they are very active. My STEAM teacher has introduced me to opportunities outside of class to help with my extracurriculars, as well as workshops I could take."

Cath from VietnamProgressed to Florida State University (#54 National University Ranking 2025)

“I would definitely recommend CATS Boston to other students. The school is so diverse, it has an international community. Everyone is so supportive and helpful, and I always feel safe here, I feel very at home.”

Sadie from Germany

“The coaches really help us a lot and teach us the skills we need to win games and to develop us as individual players. CATS Boston has given me a lot of opportunities - especially for college as there are lots that come and see us play. I’d recommend the Basketball Program at CATS Boston because we play at a high level and are challenged to push ourselves as we play good teams every single game.”  

Patrick from U.SPlays Shooting Guard for CATS Boston’s Boys Prep Basketball Team and previously for Brazil’s U16 National Team

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CATS Academy Boston
2025 - 2026

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