SAIS complies with NACAC's Statement of Principles of Good Practice. In accordance, applicable disciplinary issues will be reported to colleges. The College Counseling Office will also report any significant change in a student's academic status or qualification, including personal conduct record between the time of recommendation and graduation.
At SAIS, we inspire students to create their unique future.
Together, we cultivate a culture of optimism, excellence, and empowerment for everyone by developing the mind-set and skills to thrive in a complex world.
The SAIS Academic & College Counseling (A&CC) team is here to guide and support students in considering, and ultimately preparing for, their post-high school plans. Our focus is supporting students exploring their best 'fit' - with the student at the very center of this process. Considering 'fit' factors such as location, student life, and finance are crucial, alongside the 'fit' of the university and specific degree program / major.
For this, the A&CC team provides assistance to students across both academic and college / university aspects; including SAIS course selection, monitoring SAIS graduation credit requirements, and in researching and preparing for their college / university applications, worldwide.
Our Grade 9-12 A&CC program is based on a spiral framework - providing dedicated support appropriate to each grade level, ultimately building towards their college / university aspirations, post-SAIS graduation.
Maximum Applications: The maximum number of applications a student is allowed to make for university applications is 10, to a recommended maximum of three countries worldwide. Applying to universities via UCAS, the UC system, and the CSU system counts as 1 application each. This policy is meant to ensure SAIS students apply to programs that have been thoroughly researched, are of true interest to the student, and are appropriate for the student’s academic record, thus enhancing the student’s chance of admission. This policy is communicated with and wholeheartedly supported by universities.
Deposits to university: Upon deciding on final university offers, Stamford students may have no more than ONE active deposit (or equivalent) per country.
Please refer to our University Application Policy Form for full details of our school policy for applications.