Admissions Coaching
Are you applying to independent and private schools? Become a competitive applicant with the support of an admissions coach! Schedule a free consultation to learn more.
Our Coaches Can Help You
Create a strategic Plan
Develop an admissions roadmap for your needs and goals.
Interview with confidence
Practice tips and strategies to help you stand out from the crowd.
Write compelling essays
Craft compelling essays that showcase your unique strengths and talents.
Develop a testing strategy
Navigate testing strategically to optimize your profile.
Get excellent letters of recommendation
Learn how to request and receive stellar recommendations.
Perfect applications for submission
Submit your application materials with confidence.
How It Works
1. Schedule
Get started by scheduling a free consultation.
2. Plan
Based on your goals, your coach will help you develop a plan for the entire admissions process.
3. Meet
Check in with your coach to stay on track, practice for interviews, review essays, and more.
4. Succeed
Submit your best application and find a great match for your next school.
Why Test Innovators Admissions Coaching
Navigate the process
Our coaches ensure that you are prepared for each step of the process, stay on track, and meet all of your deadlines.
Be a competitive candidate
Our coaches help you identify and articulate your unique strengths and talents, so you can be a successful applicant.
Find the right match
Our coaches have helped hundreds of students get into top schools and will guide you towards the right fit.
Testimonials
Caroline's Admissions Journey
Caroline’s daughter was eligible for a full-tuition scholarship at her first-choice school. As a scholar finalist, she underwent a multi-day interview process. To help get her ready, Caroline sought the support of Laurie Geromini. Check out the videos below to learn more about her story.
Soley & Darda's Admissions Journey
Soley’s and Darda’s son applied for independent and private boarding high schools. As a family, they met with Laurie Geromini every two weeks throughout the admissions process. Check out the videos below to learn more about their story.
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Meet Laurie
Meet Laurie Geromini, Director of Placement and Lead Admissions Coach
Laurie brings thirty years of independent school admissions and placement experience to Test Innovators. She has served as Director of Admissions, Director of Financial Assistance, and Director of Secondary School Counseling in a variety of K-12 environments, including boarding and day schools. Laurie understands both sides of the application journey, and is dedicated to getting to the heart of each applicant’s unique qualities and enhancing the admissions experience for families.
Laurie lives in the Boston area, and when she is not coaching families, she spends time with her family skiing, cycling, hiking, or experimenting with great recipes on her pellet grill.
Additional Offerings
Admissions Workshops
During our small-group workshops, students and their parents will prepare for a specific part of the application process, such as the interview.
Admissions Assist Course
These self-paced, online courses guide the entire family through each step of the admissions process.
Additional Resources
Blog Posts
The Most Sought-After Schools of 2024
Test Innovators has helped countless students prepare for the SSAT and the ISEE and gain admission to the best independent and private schools. Every year...
Read MoreApplying to Independent Schools: December Newsletter
Hello there, and happy December! As we enter the final stretch of the 2025-2026 application season, it’s important to be mindful of the due dates...
Read MoreThe Timeline of Independent School Admissions
Navigating the independent school admissions process on your own can be tricky. Read through our timeline to stay on track!
Read MoreApplying to Independent Schools: November Newsletter
Hello! November is a very busy month. Between schoolwork, extracurricular activities, interviews, test prep, and applications, it can be hard to find a spare moment....
Read MoreApplying to Independent Schools: October Newsletter
Happy October, everyone! This month is filled with testing, open houses, admissions interviews, and visits to potential schools. As students begin thinking about their interviews, I...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Harvard-Westlake
In 2022, Harvard-Westlake was the most sought-after independent school in the state of California and the third most sought-after school overall. Because of this, the...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Riverdale Country School
Riverdale Country School (Riverdale) is a highly regarded independent school in New York City. Serving students from pre-K through 12th grade, Riverdale promotes interdisciplinary learning...
Read MoreHow to Get Into St. John’s School
St. John’s School (St. John’s) is a leading K-12 college preparatory school located in Houston, Texas. With abundant opportunities in and out of the classroom,...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Groton
Groton is a highly regarded boarding and day school serving students in grades 8-12. It is one of the top college-prep schools in the Boston...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Noble and Greenough School
Noble and Greenough School, often referred to as Nobles, is one of the best independent schools in the nation and is frequently one of the...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Dalton
The Dalton School (Dalton) is a top day school in New York City. Dalton offers students in grades K-12 an innovative and progressive approach to...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Kinkaid School
The Kinkaid School is a college preparatory school for students in grades pre-K through 12 located in Houston. Kinkaid promotes the well-roundedness of each student,...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Episcopal High School
Episcopal High School (EHS) is a boarding school in Alexandria, Virginia for students in grades 9 through 12. Applying to a top school like EHS...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Greenhill School
Greenhill is a top day school in the Dallas area for students in grades pre-K through 12. We have created this guide to help you...
Read MoreHow to Get Into Hong Kong International School (HKIS)
It may feel intimidating to put together an application for a top school like HKIS, so Test Innovators has created this guide to help you...
Read MoreApplying to Independent Schools: September Newsletter
Welcome back to school! I hope you had a wonderful summer and are ready for the new year. September is in many ways the ‘grand opening’...
Read MoreWebinars
Attend one of our webinars to learn more about navigating the admissions process.
Past Recordings
Practicing for the Interview
The interview is one of the most important parts of the application process. Laurie Geromini, Director of Placement and Lead Admissions Coach, will give you tips so that you can rock your interviews.
Parents’ Role in the Admissions Process
Applying to independent schools involves the entire family. Laurie Geromini, Director of Placement and Lead Admissions Coach, shares how parents and guardians are involved in the process.
Parent Evening: The Admissions Process
Learn all about independent school admissions from parents who have been through the process. Our panel of parents share their experiences and advice.