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We are experts in private school admissions for Asian Americans.
Lake Forest Academy is a private, coeducational boarding and day school located in Lake Forest, Illinois, serving students in grades 9 through 12. With a strong global outlook and commitment to academic excellence, LFA offers a challenging college-preparatory curriculum that includes Honors, AP, and independent study options. Students benefit from a diverse, international community, a wide range of extracurricular programs, and a values-based education that emphasizes character, leadership, and responsibility. The school’s beautiful 150-acre campus and close-knit environment provide students with the space and support to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally. The admissions process includes transcripts, teacher recommendations, a student essay, an interview, and standardized testing (SSAT or ISEE).
At Cardinal Education, we have helped Asian American and international families confidently navigate the Lake Forest Academy admissions process. Our expert guidance includes:
1. Gateway to Prep Schools Application Support
2. Parent/Guardian and Student Essays
3. Academic Transcripts and Grade Reports
4. Teacher and Counselor Recommendation Forms
5. SSAT/ISEE
6. Interview Preparation for Students and Families
At Cardinal Education, we help students build compelling, authentic applications that align with Lake Forest Academy’s values of excellence, character, and global citizenship.
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Independent Admissions Consultants for Lake Forest Academy
Mr. Allen Koh, the CEO of Cardinal Education and a world-renowned expert in global admissions, has been in the educational consulting industry for nearly two decades now. Since 2006, we have always been committed to excellence as we provide expert assistance to local families. Now, we have extended our reach of service to support international students as well. So far, we have been able to partner up with affluent and sophisticated families hailing from all over the US and different parts of the world, including Ghana, UAE, Brazil, Russia, South Korea, India, Egypt, Singapore, the UK, China, Oman, Indonesia, and Nigeria. Unlike other consulting firms in the industry, we have dedicated tutors, admissions consultants, and academic coaches who meticulously plan to help students achieve their vision of success and have assisted students in getting into the best private schools in Chicago!
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As trusted admissions consultants, we offer the best private school admissions consulting and college counseling services that inspire students to reach their full potential.
(888) 521-5243
Address: 1500 W Kennedy Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Lake Forest Academy Admissions Website: https://www.lfanet.org/admissions
Student Population: 445 (Day: 50% and Boarding: 50%)
Average Class Size: 12
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Open House and Event Dates: Info Sessions
October 11, 2024
December 6, 2024
January 10, 24, 2025
Open House
April 13, 2025
On The Road
Illinois
Bernard Zell Fall High School Fair
September 11, 2024
Lake Country High School Fair
September 18, 2024
Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund Partner School Breakfast
September 26, 2024
Frances Xavier Warde Fall High School Fair
October 1, 2024
Avery Coonley School Fair
October 2, 2024
Lenart Regional Gifted Center Fair
October 3, 2024
Distinctive Schools High School Fair
October 3, 2024
Catherine Cook High School Night
October 9, 2024
Science & Arts/Quest Academy Fair
October 9, 2024
Saint Anastasia School High School Fair
October 10, 2024
Midwest Boarding Schools Chicagoland Reception
October 15, 2024
LFA Admission Reception Oakbrook
October 22, 2024
Alain Locke Charter School Fair
October 25, 2024
U.S.A.
Saint Anne’s Episcopal School Fair | Denver, Colorado
September 24, 2024
Inspiring Young Minds Fair | New York
September 28, 29 2024
Aspen Country Day School Boarding School Fair | Aspen, Colorado
September 28, 2024
High School Night at Stanley Clark | South Bend, Indiana
October 8, 2024
Seattle Boarding School | Seattle, Washington
October 10, 2024
ICEF Miami (Latin America) | Miami, Florida
December 8, 9, 10, 2024
INTERNATIONAL
ST ALPHE Secondary Focus Frankfurt | Frankfurt, Germany
October 4, 5, 2024
Individual Meetings with Interviews | Seoul, Korea
November 9, 10, 11, 2024
Individual Meetings with Interviews | Hanoi, Vietnam
November 12, 2024
Individual Meetings with Interviews | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
November 13, 14, 2024
Shenzhen Reception | Shenzhen, China
November 14, 2024
Individual Meetings with Interviews | Bangkok, Thailand
November 15, 16, 2024
Beijing Reception
November 16, 2024
Shanghai Reception
November 17, 2024
The American Boarding School Fair Bangkok | Bangkok, Thailand
November 17, 2024
Individual Meetings with Interviews | Tokyo, Japan
November 19, 20, 21, 2024
ICEF Miami (Latin America) | Miami, Florida
December 8, 9, 10, 2024
ST ALPHE Secondary Focus Eurasia | Istanbul, Turkey
April 11, 12, 13, 2025
ST ALPHE Secondary Focus London | London, England
April 25, 26, 27, 2025
Shadow Visits
LFA Shadow Days are available October through January. Shadow Days are reserved for applicants in 8th grade or older. Complete their application form and pay the application fee, and the Shadow Day Registration will be available in your admissions portal under the “Visits and Events” section of your checklist.
Campus Tours
During your campus tour, you’ll be guided by one of the school’s student ambassadors.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2025
Testing Policy: Applicants are required to submit SSAT/ISEE and other test scores. Foreign students whose first language is not English must submit the TOEFL iBT, the TOEFL Essentials, or the Duolingo test.
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
Lake Forest Academy College Counseling Department: https://www.lfanet.org/college-counseling