Cardinal Education is an independent educational consulting company. We are not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with any public or private school.
We specialize in helping Asian American applicants present themselves with clarity and confidence to Cheshire Academy.
Cheshire Academy is a private, coeducational college-preparatory day and boarding school located in Cheshire, Connecticut. Founded in 1794, it is one of the oldest boarding schools in the United States and serves students in grades 9 through 12, including a postgraduate year. Cheshire Academy is known for its academic flexibility, diverse community, and robust support for international students. It offers a full International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, as well as AP courses, athletics, arts, and signature programs that empower students to explore their interests and goals. The admissions process includes academic records, personal essays, interviews, recommendations, and optional test scores, requiring careful preparation and a strategic approach.
Our experienced admissions consultants at Cardinal Education have supported Asian American and international families in gaining admission to top-tier boarding schools like Cheshire Academy. We offer personalized, one-on-one support in:
1. Online Application Form
2. Parent/Guardian Statement
3. Student Personal Essay
4. Academic Transcripts and Report Cards
5. Teacher Recommendation Forms
6. Interview Preparation
7. SSAT/ISEE
8. Graded Essay Sample
At Cardinal Education, we help your child submit a standout application that reflects their individuality, global mindset, and alignment with Cheshire Academy’s mission to prepare students for college and life through curiosity, courage, and compassion.
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Independent Admissions Consultants for Cheshire Academy
For almost two decades, Cardinal Education has been helping students reach new academic heights. Founded by Stanford graduate Mr. Allen Koh, the firm provides Asian American families around the world—from countries such as Ghana, Russia, Egypt, Indonesia, Singapore, China, UAE, India, Brazil, Oman, Nigeria, South Korea, and the UK—with the insight, support, and discretion they need during the admissions process.
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As trusted admissions consultants, we offer the best boarding school admissions consulting and college counseling services that inspire students to reach their full potential.
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Address: 10 Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410
Cheshire Academy Admissions Website: https://cheshireacademy.org/admission/
Student Population: 359 | 56% boarding | 44% day
Average Class Size: 10
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Open House and Event Dates: For the 2024-2025 school year, options for tours and interviews are available. On-campus tours and in-person interviews, or Zoom interviews, can be scheduled. On-campus options are generally available weekdays, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m. ET by appointment. Zoom interviews are offered weekdays, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. ET.
Application Deadline: Feb 1, 2025 (After the deadline, applicants are considered on a rolling basis, if space permits.)
Testing Policy: Applicants may submit SSAT/ISEE scores. International students must submit TOEFL as proof of English proficiency.
Essay Questions: Applications require a Parent & Student Statement to be completed, which can be found on the Standard Application Online (SAO) application portal.
Interview Importance: High
Cheshire Academy College Counseling Department: https://cheshireacademy.org/academics/college-counseling/