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- What is Cardinal Education and what do we do?
Cardinal Education is a global educational consulting firm serving ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families and ambitious students worldwide. We specialize in private school admissions, boarding school admissions, college admissions, test preparation, tutoring, academic coaching, and school relocation consulting. We offer a holistic approach that goes beyond filling out applications. From identifying the right-fit schools and preparing for entrance exams to developing compelling essays and mastering interviews, we guide families through every step. Our expertise and proven track record have earned us the trust of clients across the globe, in countries like Indonesia, Singapore, China, Oman, the UAE, India, the UK, Brazil, Russia, Nigeria, South Korea, Ghana, Egypt, and we are still growing.
- What makes Cardinal Education different from other consulting firms?
Cardinal Education stands out because of our highly-personalized and data-driven approach, backed by years of experience and proven results. We guarantee discretion at all times and place a high value on our clients’ confidentiality, making us the top choice of UHNW families. Our admissions strategies are tailored to meet each family’s unique goals. We do not offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we invest the time to deeply understand each student’s character, personality, strengths, aspirations, and challenges before designing a fully customized plan. Our team is led by Stanford alumnus Allen Koh, who is supported by a team of professional educational consultants, all of whom are graduates from reputable universities, subject-matter experts, and highly skilled in tutoring. With a proven track record of placing students in the most competitive private schools, boarding schools, colleges, and universities, our results speak for themselves.
- Where does Cardinal Education operate?
We work with families all over the world, from the United States to Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. While our headquarters are in the San Francisco Bay Area, we have satellite offices in Los Angeles, Bellevue, and New York. Most of our services can be delivered virtually, making it easy for us to support clients across time zones. Our expertise in education relocation consulting also helps families navigate school transitions when moving to or within the U.S., ensuring students enter the right academic environment from day one. No matter where you’re based, you’ll get the same level of personalized strategy, insider knowledge, and commitment to results that have defined our work for years.
- Who are the experts behind Cardinal Education?
Our team is made up of seasoned admissions consultants, talented tutors, academic coaches, and test prep specialists who share one goal — helping students succeed. Many of us are graduates of top universities and have first-hand experience in the admissions offices of elite schools and colleges. Under the leadership of Stanford alumnus Allen Koh, we combine academic expertise, strategic insight, and a deep understanding of the competitive admissions landscape. Whether we’re guiding a family through private school or college applications, delivering targeted test prep, or providing education relocation consulting, we bring a wealth of knowledge, discretion, and dedication to every student’s journey.
