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University guidance for international schools

Workshops, university fairs and one-to-one application support. In person across Italy or online, in English or Italian.

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Support that fits around your school

I'm Natalia, founder of The UniGuru. I help international schools give students and parents clear, practical guidance on university admissions.

I run workshops, organise university fairs and support individual families your school refers to me. I plan everything with your team, so students hear one consistent message.

How I can help

Workshops and Informative Sessions

Sessions for students and parents, built around your school.

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University Fairs and Events

Fairs and university visits, organised from start to finish.

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One-to-one Support

Individual application support for families you refer.

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Workshops and Informative Sessions

Every workshop is fully customisable.

You choose the topic, year group, length, format and language, and I build the session around your students. The topics below are examples to start from, not a fixed menu.

For students

Writing a strong application essay

How to write a personal statement or Common App essay that sounds like the student.

Choosing where to apply

How applications work in the UK, the US, Italy and across Europe, including the Netherlands, Spain, France, Denmark and Sweden.

Studying in Italy in English

English-taught degrees at Bocconi, Politecnico and Italy's public universities: entry tests, deadlines and costs.

Subject choices

For Grades 9 and 10: how Diploma subject choices affect university options.

Interviews and admissions tests

What to expect and how to prepare.

Study skills

Planning, revision and exam technique for the Diploma.

For parents

How university admissions work

Systems, timelines and what universities look for.

Destinations and costs

Tuition, living costs and scholarships in the main study destinations.

Supporting your child

How to help through the application year without taking over.

Building a stronger profile

Summer schools, projects and activities that strengthen a CV and a university application.

Have a different topic in mind? I'll design a session around it.

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University fairs and events

I have organised university fairs at international schools in Italy. I handle the whole process, so your staff don't have to.

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University fairs

Inviting universities, scheduling, layout, promotion to families and coordination on the day.

University visits

Admissions officers presenting to the year groups that need them.

Alumni panels

Recent graduates talking about university life.

Virtual sessions

For universities that can't travel.

One-to-one support for your families

When a student needs more individual help than school time allows, you can refer the family to me. I start with a consultation call, then propose a plan based on what the student needs.

  • Admissions strategy and university shortlists
  • Personal statements and application essays
  • Applications to the UK, the US, Europe and Italy
  • Interview and admissions-test preparation

How it works

  1. 01

    We talk.

    You tell me about your students, your calendar and what you need.

  2. 02

    I send a proposal.

    Topics, dates, format and fees, tailored to your school.

  3. 03

    I deliver.

    At your school or online, in English or Italian.

  4. 04

    We follow up.

    A short debrief, plus materials for students.

Why schools work with me

I know international schools.

I have run workshops and university fairs in international schools in Italy.

I'm a writing specialist.

Seven years as a professional copywriter shape how I teach application writing.

I cover the main destinations.

The UK, the US, Italy and the rest of Europe, including Italian entry tests.

I work in English and Italian.

Sessions and family meetings in either language.

FAQs

Can workshops be tailored to our school?

Yes, fully. You choose the topic, year group, length, format and language.

How long is a session?

It depends on the topic and your timetable. I'll suggest a length in my proposal.

How far ahead should we book?

Two to three weeks for a workshop, and one term for a university fair.

Can sessions run in Italian?

Yes. Sessions can run in English, Italian or both.

Do you work online?

Yes. Workshops and parent sessions work well online. Fairs work best in person.

How are fees set?

After our call, I send a proposal with fees based on the format and number of sessions. Referring a family costs the school nothing.

How do you work with our counsellors?

As part of your team. I agree content and timing with you in advance.

Enquire

Plan something for your students

Tell me about your school and what you have in mind. I'll reply within two working days to arrange a short call.