Ivy Link was founded on the premise that knowledge and early access are key to success in virtually any setting. We believe that being taught and mentored by experts with demonstrated academic and professional achievements will immeasurably enhance a student’s opportunities and chances of success in the sphere of education and beyond.
It is our firm belief that such opportunity and access should be made available to all students who demonstrate both drive and aptitude. It is in this spirit that we created Ivy Link Scholars, which offers both merit and need-based subsidies for Ivy Link one-on-one services and small-group classes.
Because colleges admit students based on grades, test scores, and extracurricular activities starting from 9th grade, strategic planning early on will have the most impact on a student’s admission chances. This is why students of Ivy Link begin preparing for college applications by the end of 8th grade.
Eligibility for Ivy Link scholarships is determined based on the criteria listed below. While we use the criteria as primary means to assess a candidate’s eligibility, we also examine each candidate on a case-by-case basis taking into consideration other extraordinary circumstances.
Eligible candidates must demonstrate a history of excellence and achievement in an academic and/or extracurricular setting. Specifically, we look at grades, coursework, rankings, honors, examples of leadership and responsibility, and other specific accomplishments.
We look for motivation to be successful and to make an impact on the world. Motivation takes many forms, and candidates eligible for our scholarships must be able to articulate examples of his or her motivation.
Typically, need is demonstrated by financial limitations but may also include other circumstances, such as coming from traditionally disadvantaged backgrounds or being first-generation college students. Many of our consultants and instructors came from modest backgrounds and understand the challenges faced by high-achieving students without the proper knowledge or access. We are eager to assist such students.
*Ivy Link has provided scholarship subsidies to students based on the criteria of achievement and motivation alone; however, in many cases, we will take into account the need criterion, as well.
How much are Ivy Link Scholars Subsidies?
This depends entirely on each student's situation. Typically, accepted students will receive a subsidy between 15% and 98% for a given Ivy Link service.
Which Services Will Ivy Link Scholars Have Access To?
Academic tutoring, test preparation, admissions advising, and/or small-group classes.
Ivy Link Scholars at Public and Private Schools
With our recent successes, we are expanding the reach of Ivy Link Scholars to both public and private schools globally. If you are interested in bringing Ivy Link Scholars to your student's school, please email us at info@myivylink.com.
Evidence of the student’s achievement and motivation (see criteria 1-2 in Eligibility)
The student’s academic goals (include a list of desired schools, colleges, or universities)
How did you first hear of Ivy Link?
Official academic transcripts
Standardized test scores (e.g., ISEE, SSAT, pACT, ACT, pSAT, SAT, or AP Exams)
A list with a brief description of awards, honors, and achievements
A list with a brief description of extracurricular activities, internships and part-time jobs, including your position and involvement for each
For candidates applying for need-based scholarship subsidies: Records of need-based scholarships and financial aid (e.g., letter from current school granting financial aid or evidence of free/reduced lunch)
Optional: Any other materials that demonstrate your attributes, passions, and skills (e.g., art, writing, and sports)
* Please note, the file sizes must not exceed 10 MB combined.
Sample Cover Letter
My name is ***** and I am a rising senior at Notre Dame School in Manhattan. My average for junior year was 95.65 with High Honor Roll. I have maintained First Honors every semester at Notre Dame and was selected for the Aquinas Chapter of the National Honors Society. My most recent coursework included AP U.S. History, AP Art History, Pre-Calculus, Physics, American Literature, Spanish 3, Theology, and Coding. For my senior year I will be taking AP Calculus AB, AP Psychology, AP U.S. Government, English Global Inequalities, and Great World Religions. I started a Model UN club in my previous school and joined the existing Model UN club at Notre Dame. I am a Homeroom Rep on Student Council and a member of Gen-We, a club focusing on social inequalities. In June we organized an unprecedented Zoom meeting, for my school, discussing the Black Lives Matter movement, our Black students and intersectionality.
I am motivated by my family. I have a younger sister that I am an example to and although I will not be a first-generation college student in my family, I will be the first to have a traditional four-year undergrad experience. I am also motivated by my desire to be successful in my community. Many people in my community have not been afforded the opportunities that I have, and I'm grateful and feel as though I have a responsibility to do well and give back. I am motivated by the idea of being able to help others in the future. I would like to pursue a career in medicine, and I look forward to achieving that goal and motivating others after me.
My academic goals are to enroll in a competitive university, majoring in science with a focus on pre-med. So far my list of schools includes the following: Vanderbilt, Rice, Georgetown, Spelman, Emory, Johns Hopkins, Tulane, Yale, Princeton, USC, Binghamton, Cornell, Northwestern, Northeastern, Columbia, NYU, Duke, UNC Chapel Hill and Brown.
Thank you in advance for your consideration!
