Our Mission
Deciding to study abroad in the United States can be a life-changing decision, and you need advice and support that you can depend on. But oftentimes, students from China face a serious lack of guidance and reliable information when applying to American schools.
Unlike in China, excellent academic performance or test scores alone do not guarantee admission, as most American schools use a complex process to admit unique individuals who will help them build an interesting and well-rounded class. Your admissions success depends on executing a personalized and well-planned strategy.
That's why we have assembled a team of former educators and Ivy League students to assist you. Not only do we have years of combined experience as well as inside knowledge of the admissions process at Ivy League and other prestigious schools, but we are intimately familiar with your needs as an international applicant. Indeed, we are committed to providing effective, transparent, and innovative services that are designed towards meeting your specific needs.
Unlike in China, excellent academic performance or test scores alone do not guarantee admission, as most American schools use a complex process to admit unique individuals who will help them build an interesting and well-rounded class. Your admissions success depends on executing a personalized and well-planned strategy.
That's why we have assembled a team of former educators and Ivy League students to assist you. Not only do we have years of combined experience as well as inside knowledge of the admissions process at Ivy League and other prestigious schools, but we are intimately familiar with your needs as an international applicant. Indeed, we are committed to providing effective, transparent, and innovative services that are designed towards meeting your specific needs.
Our Team
Wenping Xu, Founding Partner
Wenping Xu is a Chinese American born in the People’s Republic of China, where she earned degrees in educational management and psychology. Wenping currently serves as the CEO of Shining Future Admissions Consulting, a board member of Wellesley Chinese Language School, and a Chinese tutor at Dana Hall School. She is an active member of the educational community within the New England area, and maintains close relationships with Independent School League (ISL) preparatory schools.
In China, Wenping had extensive experience teaching at both elementary schools and vocational high schools. In the early 1990s, the "Shenzhen Special Administrative Recruiting Program” enlisted her as the academic dean and home room teacher of Shenzhen Jiguaneryou Kindergarten. She later became vice president of the kindergarten, serving in that capacity for over a decade.
Eventually, seeking the unique educational opportunities available in the United States, Wenping relocated to the Boston area with her son Tony, where she became the Chinese teacher for a well-received local day care center, a board member of Wellesley Chinese Language School, and a tutor at Dana Hall School.
Wenping’s life experience and education-focused background in both the People’s Republic of China and the United States of America have served to facilitate her outstanding professionalism in teaching, diplomatic communication with students, and sharp analytical skills in the field. Highly respected and loved by both students and their parents, her outgoing personality and multicultural approach to education have allowed her to help her clients achieve great success. Furthermore, Wenping's influence is not limited to academics; she also instills young students with important values and life lessons as well as serving to ameliorate the emotional burdens of transitioning to life within the United States. Wenping also frequently serves as an avenue for communication between students and their schools, mediating student-teacher conflicts and resolving any issues that arise for clients within their new educational environments. Her positive attitude, keen focus, and exceptional problem solving abilities allow her to tackle even the toughest situations. Given her powerful educational connections, unique resources, and track record of excellence, Wenping confidently guides her clients towards success and achievement.
Wenping can be contacted via the Contact page above, or via email. She can also be reached by phone at +1 (617) 893-5885.
In China, Wenping had extensive experience teaching at both elementary schools and vocational high schools. In the early 1990s, the "Shenzhen Special Administrative Recruiting Program” enlisted her as the academic dean and home room teacher of Shenzhen Jiguaneryou Kindergarten. She later became vice president of the kindergarten, serving in that capacity for over a decade.
Eventually, seeking the unique educational opportunities available in the United States, Wenping relocated to the Boston area with her son Tony, where she became the Chinese teacher for a well-received local day care center, a board member of Wellesley Chinese Language School, and a tutor at Dana Hall School.
Wenping’s life experience and education-focused background in both the People’s Republic of China and the United States of America have served to facilitate her outstanding professionalism in teaching, diplomatic communication with students, and sharp analytical skills in the field. Highly respected and loved by both students and their parents, her outgoing personality and multicultural approach to education have allowed her to help her clients achieve great success. Furthermore, Wenping's influence is not limited to academics; she also instills young students with important values and life lessons as well as serving to ameliorate the emotional burdens of transitioning to life within the United States. Wenping also frequently serves as an avenue for communication between students and their schools, mediating student-teacher conflicts and resolving any issues that arise for clients within their new educational environments. Her positive attitude, keen focus, and exceptional problem solving abilities allow her to tackle even the toughest situations. Given her powerful educational connections, unique resources, and track record of excellence, Wenping confidently guides her clients towards success and achievement.
Wenping can be contacted via the Contact page above, or via email. She can also be reached by phone at +1 (617) 893-5885.
David Xu, Consultant
Born in Connecticut to first generation immigrants from China, David grew up in various parts of the Northeast, ranging from Maryland to Massachusetts. He attended Medfield High School, where he was a member of the National Honor Society and earned accolades as a National Merit Finalist.
David recently graduated with a B.S. from Columbia University, where he studied Applied Mathematics and Political Science. At Columbia, David was a teaching assistant for the Art of Engineering, a required course for all first-year engineering students. In his free time, David enjoys board games, racquetball, reading, and basketball.
David has extensive experience in SAT tutoring and college admissions consulting, having worked in various capacities as a freelance tutor and academic consultant for over five years. He has a great deal of experience working with students for whom English is not their primary language, having tutored first-generation Chinese students in both Brooklyn and Chinatown, New York.
Because of his immersion in both American and Chinese culture, David is adept at bridging the gap between the two. His superlative English skills coupled with his fluency in Mandarin Chinese allow him to not only serve as an interpreter, but also to help clients navigate the unique values and cultural nuances that they encounter in the United States.
David recently graduated with a B.S. from Columbia University, where he studied Applied Mathematics and Political Science. At Columbia, David was a teaching assistant for the Art of Engineering, a required course for all first-year engineering students. In his free time, David enjoys board games, racquetball, reading, and basketball.
David has extensive experience in SAT tutoring and college admissions consulting, having worked in various capacities as a freelance tutor and academic consultant for over five years. He has a great deal of experience working with students for whom English is not their primary language, having tutored first-generation Chinese students in both Brooklyn and Chinatown, New York.
Because of his immersion in both American and Chinese culture, David is adept at bridging the gap between the two. His superlative English skills coupled with his fluency in Mandarin Chinese allow him to not only serve as an interpreter, but also to help clients navigate the unique values and cultural nuances that they encounter in the United States.