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Our experts understand what it takes for Asian Americans to excel in admissions.

Boarding school admissions are getting more and more competitive each year. As the application process and admissions policies continue to change, many families find it difficult to keep up. We know how to get into Hawai’i Preparatory Academy.

Our independent boarding school admissions consultants team has helped Asian American families navigate the Hawai’i Preparatory Academy admissions process. We offer step-by-step guidance on:

1. Interview Preparation
2. Teacher Recommendations
3. SSAT and Other Testing Requirements
4. Parent Statement and Student Essay
5. Further application support

At Cardinal Education, we ensure that your application stands out to the Hawai’i Preparatory Academy admissions committee.

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Independent Admissions Consulting for Hawai’i Preparatory Academy Asian American Applicants

Cardinal Education, officially founded by Mr. Allen Koh, has been in the educational consulting industry for nearly 20 years. Since 2006, our holistic process has bought exceptional admissions outcomes to many families not only from Silicon Valley but all over the world! We have successfully aided Asian American students to get into the best boarding schools like Phillips Exeter Academy, Phillips Academy Andover, Woodside Priory, Milton Academy, Choate Rosemary Hall, Deerfield Academy, among many others! From strategy consulting, ACT practice tests, and SAT practice tests, to tutoring, academic coaching, interview preparation, and writing services for essays, student statements, and parent statements, we will provide you with everything you need to achieve your goals! What makes us different from other consulting firms in the industry? Our tutors, academic coaches, and educational consultants utilize a holistic and long-term approach, allowing us to equip students with the essential skills that they need to overcome challenges that may hinder them from success. Check out our services to learn more!

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Address: 65-1692 Kohala Mountain Road, Kamuela, HI 96743

Hawai’i Preparatory Academy Admissions Website: https://www.hpa.edu/admissions-center/

Student Population: 600
Lower and Middle Schools: 200 (100% day students) | Upper School: 400 (50% day and 50% boarding)

Open House and Event Dates: Upper school day & boarding events
Upper Campus Group Tour
March 10, 13, 19, 24, 26, 2025
April 1, 7, 9, 15, 17, 21, 23, 28, 2025
May 1, 6, 8, 2025

HPA Live: Join our Parent Panel
March 13, 2025

Q & A with the Director of Admission – Zoom Meeting
March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2025
April 3, 10, 17, 24, 2025
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2025

15 Minute Phone Call
March 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28, 31, 2025
April 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30, 2025
May 2, 2025

Upper School General Overview Information Session-ZOOM
Please join us for a special presentation highlighting the upper school program at HPA. You will learn more about our admission requirements, the application process, academics, student life, place based educational opportunities and more.

Lower & middle school events
Lower School Campus Tour
March 11, 13, 20, 25, 27, 2025
April 3, 8, 10, 17, 22, 24, 2025
May 1, 6, 15, 20, 22, 29, 2025
June 3, 5, 12, 17, 19, 26, 2025
July 1, 3, 2025

Middle School Campus Tour
March 3, 5, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2025
April 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, 2025
May 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, 2025
June 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, 2025
July 2, 2025

15 Minute Admission Call
March 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31, 2025
April 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, ,15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 2025
May 1, 2, 2025

Application Deadline: Grades K-8: January 15, 2024

Grades 9-12 (Day): January 15, 2024

Grades 9-12 + PG (Boarding) & International Boarding: February 10, 2024

Late applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, depending on space availability.

Testing Policy: Applicants for grades 6-11 may optionally submit SSAT or other standardized test scores. Grade 12 and PG applicants may submit PSAT, SAT, ACT, PLAN, EXPLORE, or recent psychoeducational or Woodcock Johnson testing (within 18 months).

Essay Questions: Applicants are required to complete Student Essay and Parent Statement which can be found on the Black baud admissions portal.

Interview Importance: High

Hawai’i Preparatory Academy College Counseling Department: https://www.hpa.edu/academics/college-counseling/

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