Shanghai Community International School

As graduation approaches, the SCIS Class of 2025 has much to celebrate. This remarkable group of students from both Hongqiao and Pudong campuses has earned offers from top universities around the world, reflecting not only academic excellence but also the global outlook and determination that define our community.

This year’s offers span North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. From the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Finland, and Belgium, to destinations in China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, Korea—the Class of 2025 is preparing to embark on a truly international journey.

Diverse Destinations, Distinct Paths

The range of university destination speaks to the exceptional breadth of our students’ ambitions. From Imperial College London, London School of Economics and Political Science, and University of Toronto to University of British Columbia, New York University, University of California, San Diego, Rhode Island School of Design, The University of Hong Kong, our graduates are set to continue their academic journeys at world-renowned universities.

Equally remarkable is the diversity of academic passions they will pursue. Finance, economics, and the sciences — including engineering — remain enduring pillars, yet many students are drawn to disciplines that will shape the future: sustainable development, data science, pharmaceutical science, marine biology, game design, film production, forensic psychology, and medicine. This extraordinary range reflects our shared belief that true success comes from finding the right fit, where students can thrive as individuals.

How We Support Their Journey: University Counseling at SCIS

Behind each offer is a carefully supported journey—one shaped by years of perseverance, preparation, and guidance.

Early Foundations: Beginning as early as Grade 9, students engage in reflective conversations about their interests, strengths, and aspirations, helping them make informed academic and extracurricular choices.

Skill Development and Workshops: Through tailored workshops on essay writing, interview preparation, and application strategies, students sharpen the skills they need to stand out.

Global Exploration: University fairs, campus visits, and admissions events connect students to opportunities across continents, broadening their horizons and deepening their understanding of options.

Individualized Counseling: Personalized, one-on-one advising ensures that each student charts a path aligned with their goals, values, and potential.

Family Partnerships: Regular parent meetings and resources create a strong home-school partnership, empowering families to support their children.

For the Class of 2025, this moment marks not just the end of their SCIS journey but the start of an exciting new chapter. They stand ready to explore new challenges, deepen their learning, and discover their place in the world. As they prepare to step into this next stage, we are proud to have helped them shape a foundation that will support them—wherever their journey takes them next.