Does Cardinal Education help with building college lists?

Absolutely. And not just a list that sounds good at dinner parties. A great college list is part research project, part personality test, and part strategic puzzle—and we love putting it together. We don’t just hand you a list of Ivy League names. We get to know your child: what motivates them, what kind of environment they’ll thrive in, and what they actually want from their college experience. Then we build a mix of reach, match, and safety schools tailored to their academic background and personal vision.

For students in Switzerland, this also means translating Matura or IB credentials into formats U.S. admissions officers understand, factoring in standardized testing requirements, and addressing visa considerations. We look at location, academic strengths, campus culture, and even dining halls (yes, really). The result? A list that’s ambitious but realistic, diverse but focused, and inspiring without being overwhelming. No darts, no guessing—just data-backed, student-driven recommendations.