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18

Thoughtful Questions

5

Dimensions Analyzed

15

University Matches

US + Intl

Universities Covered

How It Works

Three Steps to Clarity

We analyze your unique profile across five dimensions to find universities where you'll genuinely thrive.

STEP 01

Take the Assessment

Answer 18 scenario-based questions about your interests, academic strengths, campus preferences, global mindset, and learning style.

STEP 02

We Build Your Profile

Your responses are analyzed across 5 dimensions to create a detailed student profile that captures what makes you unique.

STEP 03

Get Your Matches

Receive a personalized report with university matches, recommended majors, scholarships, and a step-by-step action plan.

Your Report Includes

Everything You Need for College Planning

Not a generic list — a report built specifically around your profile, interests, and goals.

15 University Matches

Reach, match, and safety schools ranked by fit score with detailed explanations of why each one works for you.

Major Recommendations

FREE

Suggested majors connected to your interests and strengths, with related career paths.

Scholarship Matches

Scholarships you're likely eligible for, with amounts and application deadlines.

Year-by-Year Roadmap

Freshman through senior year — courses, extracurriculars, summer programs, internships, and volunteering.

Campus Visit Guides

Custom visit plans for your top schools: what to ask, departments to see, and nearby schools to visit.

Essay Strategy

Personalized essay topic ideas inspired by your quiz answers, plus supplemental tips for your top schools.

Application Timeline

Month-by-month calendar from junior year through decisions with real deadlines and action items.

International Options

Study abroad programs and international universities tailored to your global mindset.

Course Recommendations

Specific AP, IB, and elective courses to take each year that strengthen your applications.

Sample Report Preview

See What Your Report Looks Like

Here's a glimpse of what a real PathFinder U report contains. Every section is personalized to the student's unique profile.

University Match Example

#1

University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, MI

94% MatchMatch School

Michigan's combination of a top-tier engineering program with a vibrant, collaborative campus culture aligns perfectly with your hands-on learning style and interest in technology. The school's emphasis on interdisciplinary projects and its strong co-op program mean you'd start applying your skills in real-world settings by sophomore year.

Why This School

Unlike Purdue, Michigan offers a liberal arts core alongside engineering, letting you explore your creative interests without switching majors.

Campus Culture Fit

Large but tight-knit communities within residential colleges. Strong school spirit, 1,600+ student orgs, and a collaborative rather than cutthroat vibe.

Financial Aid

Strong merit scholarships for out-of-state students. The Go Blue Guarantee covers tuition for in-state families earning under $75K.

Acceptance: 18%Tuition: $16K–$55K/yrEngineeringComputer Science

Year-by-Year Roadmap Example

JR

Junior Year — "Go Deep & Lead"

This is the year to demonstrate depth, take on leadership, and start your college search seriously.

Academics
  • Take AP Computer Science A and AP Calculus BC
  • Enroll in AP Spanish Literature (leverage bilingual strength)
  • Consider dual enrollment in Intro to Engineering at local CC
Extracurriculars
  • Run for president of Robotics Club
  • Start a coding workshop for underclassmen
  • Join Model UN to develop public speaking
Summer Programs
  • Apply to MIT MITES (deadline: Feb 1)
  • Apply to Google CSSI (deadline: Mar 15)
  • Research local tech startup internships
Volunteering
  • Teach coding at Boys & Girls Club (weekly commitment)
  • Organize a bilingual STEM fair at your school
  • Mentor freshmen in the school's peer tutoring program

Campus Visit Guide Example

University of Michigan — Visit Guide

Best time: October or April

Questions to Ask Admissions

  • 1.How does the engineering co-op program work for sophomores?
  • 2.What interdisciplinary opportunities exist between Engineering and LSA?
  • 3.Can you describe the residential college experience for first-years?
  • 4.What support exists for bilingual students?

Departments to Visit

College of EngineeringComputer Science & EngineeringStamps School of Art & DesignCenter for Entrepreneurship

Nearby Schools to Visit

Michigan State (1hr)Case Western Reserve (3hr)Ohio State (3.5hr)

Essay Strategy

Topic Idea: "The Bridge Between Two Worlds"

Your bilingual background and interest in technology creates a unique angle for the Common App "identity" prompt...

Topic Idea: "Building What Doesn't Exist Yet"

Your quiz responses about hands-on problem solving suggest a compelling "intellectual curiosity" essay...

Application Timeline

Sep: Finalize college list, start Common App
Oct: FAFSA opens Oct 1 — submit immediately
Nov: Early Decision/Action deadlines (Nov 1)
Dec: Submit remaining EA apps by Dec 15
Jan: Regular Decision deadlines (Jan 1-15)

Unlock Your Full Report

Essay strategies, application timelines, scholarship matches, and 12 more university profiles — all personalized to you.

For Bilingual Families

Your World Is Bigger Than One Country

If you speak more than one language, your college options extend far beyond the US. We match bilingual students with programs across the US, Europe, Spain, and Latin America — because your background is an advantage, not a footnote.

  • Universities in Spain, UK, Netherlands, and more
  • Programs taught in English and Spanish
  • Study abroad and exchange opportunities
  • International scholarship matching
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FAQ

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Your Future Starts With a Question

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