Explore InAmerica Education’s trusted partnerships with top education leaders. Learn how our collaborations provide the best opportunities for students. InAmerica International Since 2010 Leadership Partner, Operations Cindy Gong Cindy Gong is a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) and a passionate advocate for the life-changing impact of education.Her unwavering belief in the power of quality education stems from her own transformative experiences, which opened doors to opportunities she once deemed unreachable. Driven by this belief, Cindy is dedicated to guiding students toward discovering their true potential through education. Her career in educational consulting began unexpectedly but has been deeply rewarding. Starting with the China office of the Illinois Institute of Technology in Beijing, Cindy transitioned into consulting for private K-12 schools in the U.S. With over 15 years of experience in the educational consulting industry, she has assisted thousands of families and cultivated close relationships with hundreds of private schools. The trust she and her team have earned from clients is invaluable, reflecting the commitment to guiding students on their educational journey. Educational consulting is not merely a profession for Cindy; it's a vocation that brings immense fulfillment. Witnessing students receiving offers from their dream schools after months of dedicated teamwork is among the most rewarding moments. These instances, brimming with emotion, mark the culmination of heartfelt efforts and render each application season truly unforgettable. Looking ahead, Cindy is eager to expand her team's reach, aiming to assist even more students and parents in realizing their dreams and embarking on remarkable educational journeys. Beyond her professional aspirations, Cindy is dedicated to living a fulfilling, joyful, and healthy life, aspiring to radiate this positivity to those around her.

Meet the expert team at InAmerica Education. Our dedicated professionals are committed to helping students achieve their academic goals. Get to know our team! InAmerica International Since 2010 InAmerica International Team Our Team With nearly a decade of experience, InAmerica has assembled a diverse and professional consulting team with solid educational experiences, and a rich and trustworthy network of relevant educational resources. All of our mentors are familiar with the school application process, the characteristics of each school, and their admissions needs and trends. InAmerica’s consultants have more than 10 years of application experience providing guidance to help students improve their overall performance, including academic level, learning potential, character development, interview skills, personalized student portfolio. InAmerica's team always adheres to a multidimensional and multicultural mentorship system, tapping into the best ideas in global education. InAmerica is constantly researching and developing the most forward-looking and influential education experts in their respective fields. Advisory Board Samuel Lundquist Former Vice Dean & Chief Advancement Officer at Wharton Lloyd Paradiso Educational Consultant & Admissions Expert Leadership Lilly Yu Chairperson of the Board Cindy Gong Partner, Operations K-12 Consulting Nicolas Edwards Director of K-12 Admissions Echo Ma Consultant for K-12/Boarding School Admissions Brogan Smith Private School Admissions Interview Coach Rebecca Zhang Associate Consultant for K-12/Boarding School Admissions Stella Wei Private School Admissions Coordinator College/Grad Consulting Joshua Mauro Director of College Admissions Cindy Zhang Associate Director of College Prep and Support Quinn Furness Senior Consultant for College Admission David Cha Senior Consultant for College Admission Yang Yu Consultant of College Preparations and Enrichment Colette Gao Associate Consultant for College Admission and outreach Kristen Martucci Essay Editor and Coach Enrichment Chong Zhao Director of League Scholars/IEG Enrichment Sales, Marketing and Support Director of Student Success and Strategy Zhenli Yan Greta Su Director of Marketing Operations Sales Specialist Leo Xu Senior Operations Manager Lilly Fan Yijing Zhang Administrative Manager

Discover InAmerica Education's career transition services to help students achieve success. Explore career transition services now. InAmerica International Since 2010 Career Prep Program Overview A new service to address the increasing demand surrounding career preparation and employment opportunities for students. InAmerica Education is proud to launch a new service to address the increasing demand surrounding career preparation and employment opportunities for students. Our research has shown that students are often underprepared when it comes to career planning. Many aren’t aware of the existing resources at their disposal and start planning later rather than sooner. Our service aims to provide focused guidance for these students and prepare them well in advance so they can transition smoothly into the workforce. A first job is an important launching pad that has great influence over the trajectory of a career and our education experts at InAmerica education are equipped to serve as professional mentors for both families and students as they navigate the final stages of their educational journeys. Program Details The career preparation program is a 3 stage process that involves mentorship of students currently in college or graduate school with the end goal of employment. This comprehensive service includes everything from course selection, recommendation of school/outside activities, and personalized career development. Outside of the preparatory services, we will provide expert guidance on crafting standout resumes and cover letters, networking strategies, and company correspondence/communications. Our team of professionals will be working with you to comprehensively develop a career profile to better assist transitioning into the workforce. View More The structure below highlights the overall processes and timeline, which we will work together towards on your journey to success. Outcomes Internship Reference Letter

Meet the expert team at InAmerica Education. Our dedicated professionals are committed to helping students achieve their academic goals. Get to know our team! InAmerica International Since 2010 InAmerica International Team Our Team With nearly a decade of experience, InAmerica has assembled a diverse and professional consulting team with solid educational experiences, and a rich and trustworthy network of relevant educational resources. All of our mentors are familiar with the school application process, the characteristics of each school, and their admissions needs and trends. InAmerica’s consultants have more than 10 years of application experience providing guidance to help students improve their overall performance, including academic level, learning potential, character development, interview skills, personalized student portfolio. InAmerica's team always adheres to a multidimensional and multicultural mentorship system, tapping into the best ideas in global education. InAmerica is constantly researching and developing the most forward-looking and influential education experts in their respective fields. K-12 Consulting Nicolas Edwards Director of K-12 Admissions Echo Ma Consultant for K-12/Boarding School Admissions Brogan Smith Private School Admissions Interview Coach Rebecca Zhang Associate Consultant for K-12/Boarding School Admissions Stella Wei Private School Admissions Coordinator College/Grad Consulting Joshua Mauro Associate Director of College Consulting and Outreach Cindy Zhang Associate Director of College Prep and Support Quinn Furness Senior Consultant for College Admission David Cha Senior Consultant for College Admission Yang Yu Consultant of College Preparations and Enrichment Yuhan Wu Consultant for College Admissions & Operations Alex Chen Associate Consultant for College Admission Colette Gao Associate Consultant for College Admission and outreach Enrichment Chong Zhao Consultant for College Preparations and Enrichment Josia Yuan Consultant for College Preparations and Enrichment Sergey Ryappo Senior Educational Consultant Sales and Support Associate Director of Educational Consulting and Outreach Zhenli Yan Sales Specialist Leo Xu Marketing Greta Su Deputy Director of Marketing Operations Sirui Chen Senior Marketing Editor Jinglin Wang Social Media Specialist Zona Chen Social Media Marketing Operations Specialist Yanhao Guan Social Media Marketing Operations Specialist Executive/Admin Senior Operations Manager Lilly Fan Yijing Zhang Administrative Manager

Empower K-12 learners with personalized tutoring services and enrichment programs that improve skills and applications. InAmerica International Since 2010 K-12 Enrichment Programs Empowering Young Learners Beyond the Classroom Structured camps, writing studios, and research mentorships that spark curiosity—and build résumés—to improve K-12 admissions applications. Book a Free Consultation Why Enrichment Matters For ambitious families, grades and test scores are just the baseline. Top U.S. boarding schools and universities reward students who explore, create, and lead well before senior year. Purposeful enrichment can: Build a strong academic narrative—linking coursework, activities, and interests into one compelling story Elevate applications with research, competitions, and advanced portfolios that signal rigor and initiative Uncover passions early, from entrepreneurship to biomedical engineering, through guided exploration Develop soft skills like collaboration, public speaking, and resilience—traits admissions officers prize Secure powerful recommendations by forging long-term bonds with professors and professional mentors Because opportunity snowballs year over year, strategic enrichment now means greater leverage later. What to Expect: Program Highlights Every offering marries expert instruction with project-based outcomes so students finish with something to show, not just something to know. Specialized Camps Writing Enhancement Series Tutoring & Competition Coaching Research Projects for Advanced Learners Art Competition & Portfolio Camp (Grades 4-10) Professors from Parsons School of Design coach visual storytelling, art theory, and portfolio curation for future contests and arts-school apps. Entrepreneurship Camp (Grades 6-10) Learners form start-ups in teams—ideating, prototyping, and pitching to real-world mentors who’ve raised capital and launched companies. NY Times STEM Writing Competition Prep (Grades 7-11) Transforms complex science ideas into captivating prose that wows judges and future professors alike. High School Survival Course (Grades 8-9) Research, time-management, and academic-writing boot camp that builds a rock-solid upper-school foundation. 1-on-1 or small-group tutoring in all K-12 subjects ISEE, SSAT, TOEFL standardized-test prep Contest coaching for AMC, John Locke, FBLA, and more Select middle- and high-schoolers join university-led mini-research labs, gaining early exposure to scholarly inquiry and publishable work. No matter the pathway, students leave with tangible artifacts—portfolios, research abstracts, competition medals—that showcase growth. Smart Path to Impact A proven roadmap moves learners from interest to achievement. Discovery Call & Diagnostic Pinpoint goals, strengths, and growth areas. Foundation Phase Equip core skills: critical thinking, writing, time management. Deep-Dive Projects Camps, competitions, and research matched to each narrative. Showcase & Reflect Compile portfolios, prep competition submissions, and map next-year goals. Most families begin 4–8 weeks before their first scheduled interview. How League Scholars Helps ✔️World-Class Faculty – University professors & industry pros lead every session ✔️ Customized Learning Tracks – Programs sequenced to fit each student’s academic story ✔️ Data-Driven Feedback – Rubrics track creativity, leadership, and communication gains ✔️ Flexible Delivery – Live online or on-site camps with time-zone-friendly scheduling ✔️ College-Ready Outcomes – Portfolios, research papers, and competition wins that matter ✔️ Global Community – Peer network spanning 15 countries and counting Our balance of rigorous analytics and empathetic mentorship ensures students thrive both on paper and in person. Our 4-Step Onboarding Process Learn & Refine Consult & Plan Meet a program director; align timelines with academic calendars. Match & Begin Pair your learner with subject-expert coaches and mentors. Create & Iterate Weekly sessions plus targeted homework and progress dashboards. Present & Advance Final showcases, mentor feedback, and next-step road-mapping. Ready to Get Started? Explore Enrichment Programs

The InAmerica Annual K–12 School Fair brings top private, boarding, and international schools together with families and students. Meet admissions representatives, explore programs, and gain insights into each school’s unique culture. Through presentations, Q&As, and guidance, the fair helps families find the right educational path where students can thrive. 2025 School Fair 2024 School Fair 2023 School Fair 2022 School Fair 2021 School Fair 2020 School Fair 2018 School Fair 2024 InAmerica International 6th Annual K-12 Private School Fair Event recordings: Horace Mann School Westminster School Cranbrook Schools The Stony Brook School Northfield Mount Hermon School The Webb Schools Kent School Woodside Priory School Suffield Academy Trinity School Mercersburg Academy Riverdale Country School Montclair Kimberley Academy St Stephen’s Episcopal School What is American private school education? What else is important? How to make your interview and essay stand out? How to make your school list?

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and press releases featuring InAmerica Education. Discover how we’re making a difference in the education sector. InAmerica International Since 2010 Press & News InAmerica Leader Lilly Yu Speaks at United Nations CSW70 Event Mar 13, 2026 Lilly Yu, Managing Partner of InAmerica Education, was invited to speak at a United Nations CSW70 Parallel Event on women’s leadership. Drawing from her personal journey, she shared insights on courage, education, and empowering women to pursue their own paths in an increasingly complex global landscape. Read More InAmerica Education Celebrates Record-Breaking 2025 Early Decision Results Jan 6, 2026 InAmerica achieved strong early results for the 2025–2026 application cycle, with students admitted to top universities including MIT, UChicago, Northwestern, and Carnegie Mellon. This year, 42% were accepted through Early Decision, with 15% admitted to Top 10 and 36% to Top 30 universities, including competitive majors such as Computer Science and Neuroscience. Read More InAmerica Honored with the “2025 Leading Education Group Award” by Sina Weibo Education Dec 26, 2025 In December, InAmerica was honored with the “2025 Leading Education Group Award” by Sina Weibo Education, recognizing its continued leadership and impact in international education and its commitment to delivering student-centered, high-quality educational guidance. Read More InAmerica Officially Designated as an SSAT Test Center Nov 12, 2025 InAmerica is proud to announce its official authorization as an SSAT Test Center starting in 2025. This milestone enhances our ability to support students directly throughout their U.S. school application journey. Read More InAmerica Announces Official Membership with the EMA Oct 27, 2025 InAmerica is proud to announce its official membership with the Enrollment Management Association (EMA). This new affiliation marks a significant milestone in InAmerica’s mission to provide students and families with the highest quality, data-informed, and ethically grounded admissions guidance. Read More Weekly News InAmerica Leader Lilly Yu Speaks at United Nations CSW70 Event 3/13/26 more... InAmerica Education Celebrates Record-Breaking 2025 Early Decision Results 1/6/26 more... InAmerica Honored with the “2025 Leading Education Group Award” by Sina Weibo Education 12/26/25 more... InAmerica Officially Designated as an SSAT Test Center 11/12/25 more... InAmerica Announces Official Membership with the EMA 10/27/25 more... VIEW MORE Up

Learn about InAmerica Education’s journey and our commitment to helping students succeed in their educational pursuits. Read our story here. InAmerica International Since 2010 InAmerica International History Our mission and speciality is to help our clients achieve admission to the top private and boarding schools in the United States for grades K-12 as well as top colleges and universities globally. We also match academic and social goals along with transitional support for our students. Our wide-ranging clientele and outstanding consultants have formed a cross-disciplinary global team that makes us one of the best known consulting companies worldwide. Growth Trajectory 2013.07 “Established” Founded at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, USA. 2015.09 “COA Foundation” Non-profit organization for Chinese community. 2015.08 “Relocated to NYC” Brand new office in the heart of New York City 2018. 12 1st Annual K-12 Private School Fair Partnered with 20+ Schools. 2021.06 “1st College Prep Carnival ” Partnered with 40+ academic institutions “League Scholars Established” 2021.11 Enrichment Programs Expert Tutors and professors 300+. 2022.12 “International Education Brand of the Year by Tencent Education” At the 2022 "Echoing China" Annual Education Summit hosted by Tencent Education, InAmerica was awarded the "2022 International Education Brand of the Year" 2023.02 “10th Anniversary Gala” InAmerica Education celebrated its 10th anniversary with a grand gala. The event was attended by more than 70 guests, including professors, clients, and special guests, making it a remarkable success. 2024.04 InAmerica received the Gold Stevie® Award at the 22nd Annual American Business Awards®. 2024.09 Sponsored EMA Conference InAmerica was an invited sponsor at the 2024 EMA Annual Conference in Boston, joining top K–12 admissions professionals to exchange insights on enrollment strategies. 2025.03 Noble Business Awards Honored with Gold in the Education category and Silver in the Outstanding Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) category at the Noble Business Awards. 2025.09 7th Annual K-12 Private School Fair 2025.06 IEG Launch InAmerica officially evolved into InAmerica Education Group (IEG) and launched Vantage Education Ventures (VEV), focused on school management, operations, and acquisitions. Visit our Group website to learn more. →

Discover how many of our clients receive offers from leading private schools. Explore our K-12 offer list and get expert admissions guidance! Graduate and Offer Statistics * Note: This data excludes students who are still in the planning stage. Part of the Admission Results During the Past 5 years Search 2017-2026 K-12 Offer List Search SCHEDULE FREE COSULTATION SCHEDULE FREE COSULTATION The K-12 Offer List Shows The Many Partnerships Our Services Have With Top Rated Schools. The admissions process may seem complicated and tedious, but the right support and guidance can make completing the process fun and interesting. Our admissions counseling has helped students apply to some of the most selective, internationally-known K-12 schools out there. Our partnership with dozens of educational institutes allows students and their families to realize the potential for quality educational opportunities with reputable schools. Students receiving admissions help benefit from tailored guidance that prepares them mentally and academically to meet or exceed expectations for themselves and the school of their choice.

Discover tailored SSAT test sections tutoring to maximize your child's academic potential. Learn about SSAT test sections with InAmerica. InAmerica International Since 2010 What is the SSAT? The SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test) is a standardized test used by many elite private middle and high schools in the U.S. and internationally to assess students' academic readiness. Test Levels: Elementary Level For students applying to Grades 4–5 Middle Level For students applying to Grades 6–8 Upper Level For students applying to Grades 9–11 Sections & Scoring Quantitative (Math) Composed of math computation 2 sections, 25 questions each Reading Comprehension Vocabulary and analogy questions 40 questions Verbal (Synonyms & Analogies) – 60 questions Writing Sample The writing sample is not scored, but schools use it to assess writing skills Unscored, but sent to schools Experimental Section Mixed content questions (verbal, reading, and math) Unscored, 16 questions Scoring Each section 500–800 Total Middle & Upper Level 1500–2400 Score report includes percentiles and scaled scores Test Frequency Can be taken multiple times a year, including standard dates, flex tests, and computer-based testing (Prometric centers & at-home options available). When Is It Offered? Year-round, with flexible options SSAT at Home (online) SSAT at Home scores are typically released on the Wednesday following your SSAT at Home test date. Scores are released to schools and families on the same day. Paper-based test centers Paper scores are typically released within two weeks of the test date. Scores are released to families and schools on the same day. Prometric computer-based For Prometric tests taken from Monday through Sunday, scores are released on the Wednesday following the Sunday ending the scoring period. Scores are released to schools and families on the same day. Most popular months October–January (aligns with school deadlines) SSAT Test Prep Tips Start with a diagnostic test Understand your child’s current level before creating a prep plan. We provide full-length SSAT diagnostics and expert score analysis. Prep timeline: 3–6 months We recommend starting at least 3 months in advance, longer if the student needs more academic support or is targeting top-tier schools. Early stage: build foundations Focus on reading comprehension, vocabulary, and math fluency. We offer tailored lesson plans to support each student’s pace. Mid-to-late stage: work with a tutor Our experienced tutors help students master key strategies, manage timing, and strengthen weak areas. Plan test dates wisely Most families aim for fall or winter test dates (October–January) and may schedule a second attempt if needed. We’ll help you choose the right timing. How We Help Our SSAT prep is tailored by grade level and target schools. Services include: ✔️ Diagnostic Testing & Level Placement ✔️ 1-on-1 Tutoring in Verbal, Reading, and Math ✔️ Test-taking Strategies & Time Management Coaching ✔️ Writing Sample Guidance and Practice ✔️ Score Analysis and Progress Tracking ✔️ Simulation Tests under Real Conditions Whether your child is targeting top U.S. boarding schools or competitive day schools, we offer strategic support to boost confidence and maximize score potential.