757. THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER: EXPLORING INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS

With thousands of colleges and universities at home, few American students ever consider studying abroad. Amy and Mike invited independent education consultant Alan Sheptin to explain why he says the world is your oyster when you're willing to explore international admissions.

What are five things you will learn in this episode?

What are the benefits and disadvantages of studying outside the U.S.?

What is the cost of a non-US education?

Can you decide what you want to study, or do you have to declare a major before entering school?

What kind of student thrives when studying abroad?

How does the application process differ from the United States?

MEET OUR GUEST

Alan Sheptin is the owner of Sheptin Tutoring Group (STG). He has been a professional member of IECA since 2017 and became a Certified Educational Planner in 2020. He earned a BA in Computer Mathematics from the University of Pennsylvania, an MBA in Finance from Fordham University, and a Certificate in College Consulting from UCLA. Prior to establishing his company in 2007, Alan was an Assistant Vice President and Actuary with AXA, specializing in actuarial product development and management. He attained Associateship in the Society of Actuaries and has completed several exams toward Fellowship.

In addition to his college consulting expertise, Alan is a respected Mathematics tutor, successfully working with students at all levels of Math. He is most sought out for his expertise in Algebra II, Precalculus, and Calculus. He teaches both Precalculus and Calculus at Iona College. He has also undertaken long-term consulting assignments teaching BC Calculus and Precalculus at John Jay and Fox Lane High Schools in Westchester County.

Alan first became interested in college admissions when he was the NYC Secondary School Chairman of Alumni Interviewing for the University of Pennsylvania, training alumni interviewers and serving as a liaison between Penn's admissions office, interviewers, and prospective freshmen. He has leveraged this expertise, plus his extensive knowledge of US and international colleges and universities, to counsel students on the optimal admissions strategy. To date, he has visited over 130 colleges and universities in seven countries.

Alan's "alumni" are present at all of the top 50 US universities and colleges, as well as at universities in the UK and Canada.