Working with Hale has been one of the best decisions I have made. My counselor has offered me the support and guidance that I have needed to extend myself and pursue what I am passionate about. It has not just been about getting into a good college but how I can have success in my career and personal life.
Attain Your Dream University Acceptance!
13 years of unparalleled record of local successes, with over $71 million in scholarships in the past five years
- Dozens of 1-1 counseling sessions
- All our counselors are full time employees
- KHDA certified for both counseling and test prep services
- Counselors are graduates from esteemed institutions, including Ivy League universities
- Consistent acceptances to all 8 Ivy League schools, MIT, Stanford, and UC’s
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Acceptance Rates are Decreasing… Is Your Child Prepared?
With Ivy League acceptance rates between 2.8% – 7% and consistently falling year after year, it’s more important than ever to have the right guidance.
With over 7,500 university offers and US $71 million in scholarships awarded in the last 13 years, Hale isn’t just a choice – it’s a competitive advantage.
How We Maximize Their Chances
Our 1-on-1 university counseling offers holistic guidance and support at every step of the college preparation and application process, including the following
Comprehensive
Application
Strategic student assessments, early decision/early action determinations, deadline timeline, and application review.
College
Visit Planning
Guidance on selection of colleges to visit and organizing itinerary.
Balanced College
List Development
Holistic research, analysis, and plan based on student’s profile, needs, and goals.
Pre-College
Preparation
Guidance on extracurricular activities, pre-college coursework, summer internships and academic programs.
Testing
Strategy Determination
SAT, SAT II, ACT, TOEFL and/or IELTS scheduling and any necessary preparation resources (not inclusive of group and/or private test prep courses)
Personal
Statement/Essay
Insightful brainstorming and editing of application essays and writing supplements. For clients outside application year, practice writing similar essays using past admissions prompts
Letters
of Recommendation
Guidance on who to ask for recommendations and what information to prepare for recommenders to aid them in writing strong letters
Activities List/Brag Sheet/Resume
Organized compilation of all activities, honors, and community service
Admission Letter and Financial Aid
Holistic review of each admission and merit aid offer to determine best fit
Scholarship
Search
Guidance on securing outside funding sources, including merit aid.
Student Visa Application/Interview
Hands-on assistance with F-1 visa paperwork and preparation for visa interview.
What to Expect from the Free Consultation
Each university application is unique, as is each student’s journey. During the free 45-minute consultation, we’ll review your child’s grades, interests, and extra curriculars and help outline a comprehensive strategy.
From there you have the option to request more information about our university counseling service, if you choose to. No obligations!
Class of 2025 Application Highlights
Our students received
- 900+ University offers from the US, UK, Canada, and Europe
- 15 Ivy League offers
- US $11.5 Million in Scholarships from leading universities
- 25+ offers from Boston University
- 100+ offers from UCs
- 25+ offers from USC
Testimonials
Let us hear what our students have to say.
Anagha Ramaswamy
Stanford University
Hale Education Group provided exceptional support throughout my college application journey. Despite joining just months before application season, I was able to stay on track, ahead of all my deadlines with the help of the counselors. What truly sets Hale apart is their unique approach to guiding students based on individualized passion and personality. From shortlisting the best universities suited for my interests, to essay reviews, Hale was instrumental in helping me gain admission to my dream university in the US.
Asa Mittal
Stanford University
Kshitij Kant
Stanford University
I have had the pleasure of working with Hale for the past 2 years, and I must say that their services are truly unparalleled. From start to finish, Hale provided exceptional guidance and support that exceeded my expectations. The team at Hale Education is highly knowledgeable and professional, passionate about helping students succeed. They took the time to understand my goals, aspirations, and unique strengths, and created a personalized plan tailored to my needs.
Aryan Sawhney
Brown University, USA
My counselors at Hale have been extremely helpful and supportive throughout the application process. Without their help, I don’t think that my application would be anywhere near as good as they are now. I’d like to thank the entire Hale team for their support throughout the journey!
Charvi Khandelwal
University of Chicago
Hale has given me amazing support and guidance with the university process. Being assigned a counselor to work with throughout high school has been beneficial to my personal growth and development as a student and adult. Peter is welcoming and is always around to help with any concerns. Even after coming back to Hale as a university student, I experience the same comfort and perspective-changing conversations. The people make up the organization and the people at Hale are wonderful and always ready to help!
Why Choose Hale?
- We abide by ethical practices, meaning no commission-based deals with universities, no placement fees, and no “guarantees” of admission. Working exclusively in the interest of students is our core value.
- With 13 years of experience, we are the longest serving educational consultancy in the GCC.
- Using our knowledge of the application process, we work to shape and cultivate compelling student profiles through extracurricular, academic experiences and self-directed academic inquiry.
- Our counselors are graduates of esteemed universities in the US, UK, Europe and Canada, and each brings a unique perspective and approach through their student counseling journey.
- We leverage our proprietary tech platform to manage each step of the application and preparation processes, providing full transparency to our students and their parents.
- Our organization is KHDA certified to provide both test prep services and university admissions guidance.
Our Founder and CEO
Peter Y Davos
Peter graduated Phi Beta Kappa, with a double major, from Johns Hopkins University and spent his junior year abroad completing the General Course in International Relations at the London School of Economics. Peter holds Master’s Degrees from Oxford University (Lady Margaret Hall) and Harvard University (Graduate School of Design), where he graduated as Class Marshal (first in his class). He has also completed UCLA’s Certificate in College Counseling with Distinction and IECA’s Summer Training Institute.
In 2020, Peter was awarded the Sheikh Zayed the Inspirer Prize for his work with advancing higher education in the UAE and he currently serves as the Chief Judge and School Inspector for the Dubai Sports Council’s Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Order of Merit for Schools. Peter is also a former member of the Johns Hopkins and Harvard GSD Alumni Councils.
Peter served as a Senior Marshal at the 2019, 2022, and 2023 Harvard Commencement Ceremonies. He has lived in Dubai since 2010 and has been featured over one hundred times in national and international news outlets.
The Hale Difference
At Hale Education, we go beyond admissions. We are the GCC’s leading university counseling specialists, empowering students with personalized guidance, insider expertise, and a results-driven approach.
From identifying the perfect-fit universities to securing scholarships and Ivy League offers, our students don’t just get in – they thrive.
With over 7,500 offers and US $71 million in scholarships awarded in the last 13 years, Hale isn’t just a choice – it’s a competitive advantage.