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...

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Applying 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...

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The 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!

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Applying 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....

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Applying to Independent Schools: October Newsletter

Applying 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...

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How 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...

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How 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...

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How 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,...

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How 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...

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How 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...

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How 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...

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How 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,...

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How 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...

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How 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...

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How 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...

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Applying 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’...

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Webinars

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.

Ready to Start Your Admissions Journey?