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We help Asian Americans navigate the Montclair Kimberley Academy admissions process.
Montclair Kimberley Academy – Upper School is a private, coeducational college-preparatory day school located in Montclair, New Jersey, serving students in grades 9 through 12. Known for its rigorous academics, vibrant arts programs, competitive athletics, and commitment to ethical leadership, the Upper School at MKA prepares students for success at the nation’s top colleges and universities. Offering a wide range of AP courses, honors classes, and independent study options, MKA challenges students to think critically, engage deeply with their learning, and develop a strong sense of purpose. Signature programs in global citizenship, innovation, and service leadership further enrich the Upper School experience. The admissions process is competitive and includes academic transcripts, personal essays, teacher recommendations, interviews, and standardized testing such as the SSAT or ISEE.
At Cardinal Education, we’ve helped Asian American and international families successfully apply to competitive Upper School programs like MKA. We offer personalized, step-by-step support in:
1. Online Application Form
2. Parent/Guardian Statement
3. Student Personal Essay and Short Answers
4. Academic Transcripts and Report Cards
5. Teacher and Counselor Recommendation Forms
6. Interview Preparation and Coaching
7. SSAT/ISEE
At Cardinal Education, we help students create compelling, high-impact applications that showcase intellectual depth, leadership potential, and strong alignment with Montclair Kimberley Academy Upper School’s mission to empower students to live ethically, think creatively, and make meaningful contributions to a global society.
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Mr. Allen Koh, a Stanford alumnus and a globally recognized expert in private school admissions and college counseling, officially founded Cardinal Education as a local tutoring company in the Bay Area in 2006. We have an extensive list of sophisticated clientele hailing from affluent neighborhoods in the US and around the world. We have grown to become a highly regarded educational consulting firm trusted by families from other countries like the UK, Indonesia, Singapore, China, Oman, UAE, Brazil, Ghana, Nigeria, Russia, South Korea, India, Egypt, and other parts of the globe. We are trusted because of our honesty, professionalism, and integrity. Through holistic strategy consulting, our experts have successfully helped Asian American students get into the best private schools like Phillips Exeter Academy, Phillips Academy Andover, Woodside Priory, Milton Academy, Choate Rosemary Hall, and Montclair Kimberley Academy, to name a few. Let our educational consultants, tutors, and academic coaches help you achieve exceptional admissions outcomes.
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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.
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Address: Upper School (Grades 9-12): 6 Lloyd Road, Montclair, NJ 07042
Montclair Kimberley Academy Admissions Website: https://www.mka.org/admissions
Student Population: 447
Average Class Size: 14
Open House and Event Dates: Your family visit
Once your application is submitted, you will be able to self-schedule your family visit to MKA through the Veracross Portal.
Application Deadline: December 18, 2024
Testing Policy: Standardized testing is required for applicants in grades 4-12. We accept scores from the ISEE and SSAT. The deadline to submit test scores, along with other supplemental materials is Friday, January 31, 2025.
Essay Questions: The Parent Questionnaire can be filled out on the Standard Application Online (SAO) admissions portal.
Interview Importance: High
Montclair Kimberley Academy College Counseling Department: https://www.mka.org/academics/college-counseling-office