Year 13 students return to Aiglon in the autumn term with an energy and purpose to perform to the highest level possible in their IB courses to ensure their predictions and mark readings will impress universities.

All students continue to meet with their university advisor on an individual basis, conduct university research, finalise their university list, and complete essays, statements and applications. University advisors continue to provide personalised guidance to all students, including essay and personal statement revision, application completion, standardised testing strategies (if required), mock interviewing (if required), and general advice on how to prepare for life beyond Aiglon.

Throughout the year there are also opportunities to hear from Aiglon alumni sharing information, perspective, and advice about life at university and beyond.

The start of the IB programme is a critical time in our students' academic career, as they engage in courses of their choosing, CAS activities and extended essay research. The IB requires students to challenge their academic talents and personal characteristics as they strive to meet the requirements of the IB learner profile.

This is also a stage in life when students are more focused on their future goals and university destinations. The university advising department provides support throughout the year to IB students on topics ranging from choosing subjects appropriate to their higher education goals to finalising university application details.

All Year 12 students meet individually with their university advisor to discuss current academic achievement, future career goals and university research and application procedures based on their preferences. Conversations include, but are not limited to, finding the best university match based on academic levels and personal preferences, the differences between higher education systems (for example, US vs UK), gap year options, or enhancing CVs with specific recommendations for summer experiences. After the initial meeting, the university advisor suggests a list of universities or colleges for the student to begin researching. Campus visits are highly recommended when possible outside of term time.

As early as Year 10, students and parents are welcome to schedule individual meetings with the University Advisors to discuss planning related to academic course choices, extracurricular activities or summer programmes/courses best suited to a student’s personal development and future aspirations.

In Years 10 and 11 students are introduced to various topics related to university options around the world, different career paths, and appropriate International Baccalaureate (IB) course selections based on their career goals and university entry requirements. General information is presented regarding college and university research, admission and application procedures for institutions throughout the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Switzerland and other locations throughout Europe and the world. 

We encourage all students to consider options for summer enrichment activities or programmes as ways to improve their personal development and application portfolios. Also, for students wishing to apply to the US, there are SAT intensive preparation courses available on Aiglon’s campus.

We encourage students in years 11 through 13 to visit university campuses around the world and meet with admission representatives to learn more about the programmes, resources and facilities available at undergraduate level. With over 50 universities visiting Aiglon each year, students have the chance to meet and network with admission representatives right here on campus. Additionally, all year 12 students attend a university fair in the local region that hosts 100+ universities, as well as mini-fairs hosted at Aiglon

During school breaks, students are encouraged to visit university campuses to explore different sizes, locations (urban, suburban, rural) and course offerings (including specialised, technical or liberal arts). We want students to find the ideal place to continue their academic and personal achievement after Aiglon. To give all our young people the best chance of doing so, students are encouraged to start their research early.

SAT: AlphaPrep, a US-based tutoring company, runs an intensive five-day SAT course that is taught on-site at Aiglon. The programme is tailored to suit our students considering university studies in the US. Aiglon College is an official SAT test site centre.

UK Admissions Tests: Aiglon prepares and organises any required UK admission testing for students who are required to take them as part of their application. Tests are determined by the students’ chosen university course.

Learn more about Aiglon's SAT Course offerings