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Student Name: Leran
Admitted to: Tulane University
About Leran
Leran was a senior at Vermont Academy when he received his early decision acceptance from Tulane University. Before transferring to the United States, he studied remotely during the pandemic. That period was especially challenging. He experienced feelings of isolation, struggled with weight gain, and eventually began seeing a psychologist to help support his mental health.
After arriving at Vermont Academy, Leran gradually started to open up and regain confidence. He joined drama, skiing, and film clubs, taught Chinese to his classmates, and actively participated in community activities. He became known on campus as a kind, open-minded student who genuinely cared about others. The environment at Vermont helped him grow both emotionally and socially.
Leran’s parents both work in creative fields and have always valued his happiness and personal development more than rankings or name-brand universities. Their hope was for him to attend a college where he would feel at home and have the space to grow into a confident and independent young adult.
Working with Ivy Talent
Leran and his family started working with Ivy Talent to get guidance on the college application process. Instead of focusing only on highly ranked schools, their main goal was to find a university where Leran could grow both personally and academically.
The Ivy Talent team took time to understand Leran’s background, interests, and personality. They knew he was still exploring his academic path and needed a college that offered flexibility and a student-centered environment.
How Ivy Talent Helped
Application strategy:
Ivy Talent encouraged Leran to apply as an undecided major so he would have the freedom to explore different academic interests without feeling pressured to commit right away. They also guided his family to shift their focus away from school rankings and instead prioritize finding a college where Leran would feel supported and genuinely happy.
Extracurricular guidance:
Leran was already involved in several meaningful activities, including drama, film, skiing, and teaching Chinese. Ivy Talent helped him organize these experiences into a strong and cohesive narrative that highlighted his personal growth and core values. He also participated in service learning and environmental projects, which added more depth to his profile in ways that felt authentic to him.
Essay support:
Leran’s essays centered around genuine, personal stories. He wrote about the challenges he experienced during the pandemic, how he gradually regained his confidence, and how getting involved in the community helped him grow into a stronger version of himself. Ivy Talent supported him through the editing process, ensuring his voice stayed authentic and thoughtful throughout.
Family communication:
The Ivy Talent team maintained regular communication with Leran’s parents throughout the entire process. They answered questions, provided reassurance, and made everything feel much more manageable. For a family that had already faced the stress of remote learning and emotional ups and downs, that steady support made a meaningful difference.
School list and fit:
Taking into account Leran’s academic background and personal needs, Ivy Talent consultants recommended colleges that focused on student well-being and had strong liberal arts programs. Tulane quickly rose to the top of the list. Its warm campus atmosphere, commitment to service, and supportive academic environment matched exactly what Leran and his parents were hoping to find.
Reflection
Looking back, Leran’s parents share that they’re proud of how much he has grown. They believe one of the best decisions they made was trusting his pace and not forcing him into a predefined path. For other families navigating the college process, they offer a few key reflections:
- Listen to your child and take their interests seriously
- Prioritize emotional and physical well-being over prestige
- Be patient and let growth happen naturally
- Remember that success isn’t about rankings, but about who your child becomes
By choosing Tulane, Leran found a college that matches both who he is and who he hopes to become. With support from Ivy Talent, encouragement from his school, and the love of his family, he was able to turn a difficult chapter into a journey of transformation and self-discovery.
