Programs
Oliver provides support and academic enrichment that prepares our Scholars for success in competitive middle school, high school, college, and professional environments. Through our programs, about half of each class of Scholars is placed in schools located in and around New York City. The other half attend boarding schools in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic, and, most recently, California. Oliver offers Scholars continuous support throughout high school, to ensure they succeed at their independent schools, and to give them the tools they need to matriculate into the college that best fits their talents and interests. Over the next four years, we are on track to double the number of students we serve.
- Scholar Immersion and Placement (SIP)
- Guidance Program for Scholars (GPS)
- College and Career Counseling (CCC)
Scholar Immersion and Placement (SIP)
Oliver works closely with students for 14 months as they select, apply to, and interview at independent day and boarding schools. Students are prepared to excel in a competitive independent school environment through weekend classes and two intensive, five-week summer programs (the summer programs for rising fifth and sixth graders are four weeks long). As part of the preparation for independent school, students study English, Mandarin, Math, History, Science, and Technology. They also participate in performing arts classes, leadership development courses, and community service events.
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Oliver supports Scholars throughout their independent school experience with in-depth college readiness counseling and workshops. Students gain valuable real-world experience through networking opportunities, mentorships, and mock interview sessions, and receive individualized guidance on the college admissions process, including assistance with applications and visits to college campuses. Through our popular Tuesday Talks series and annual Career Day, students also get the chance to learn about various career paths from leaders in their fields.
Learn MoreCollege and Career Counseling (CCC)
To ensure Scholars have the resources they need to compete at the highest levels, we provide the tools for a seamless transition from high school to college campus to professional life. Oliver provides ongoing career counseling, networking support, and mentoring to Scholars throughout college, and facilitates access to exclusive internships.
Learn MoreScholar Immersion and Placement (SIP)
Oliver works closely with students for 14 months as they select, apply to, and interview at independent day and boarding schools. Students are prepared to excel in a competitive independent school environment through weekend classes and two intensive, five-week summer programs (the summer programs for rising fifth and sixth graders are four weeks long). As part of the preparation for independent school, students study English, Mandarin, Math, History, Science, and Technology. They also participate in performing arts classes, leadership development courses, and community service events.
Learn MoreGuidance Program for Scholars (GPS)
Oliver supports Scholars throughout their independent school experience with in-depth college readiness counseling and workshops. Students gain valuable real-world experience through networking opportunities, mentorships, and mock interview sessions, and receive individualized guidance on the college admissions process, including assistance with applications and visits to college campuses. Through our popular Tuesday Talks series and annual Career Day, students also get the chance to learn about various career paths from leaders in their fields.
Learn MoreCollege and Career Counseling (CCC)
To ensure Scholars have the resources they need to compete at the highest levels, we provide the tools for a seamless transition from high school to college campus to professional life. Oliver provides ongoing career counseling, networking support, and mentoring to Scholars throughout college, and facilitates access to exclusive internships.
Learn MoreApplying to Oliver
Oliver accepts nominations for admission to the program from October through February. To qualify for admission, candidates must have a 90 percent average or better, and three's and four's on the state Math and ELA tests. Students must be nominated in order to apply for admission. If you would like to hear when our nominations process opens, please click below.
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