ISB, NIST, and Shrewsbury Bangkok aren't evaluating the same things in the same way — and families who walk into all three with one identical strategy usually underperform at least once. Dr. Allen breaks down what each committee is really listening for, the mistakes Thai families repeat most, and what a strong answer actually sounds like.

Most admissions advice focuses on what's visible — transcripts, scores, polish. After two decades sitting on the other side of the table, Dr. Allen breaks down the four things committees are actually evaluating, and why none of them can be faked in a 30-minute interview.