Academics

University Lake School is rooted in college preparation and dedicated to highly individualized ambitious college counseling. The mission-aligned program commits to guiding our students onto their next grand adventure where they will inspire intellectual curiosity, original thinking, personal integrity, and character through service. College counseling requires understanding and appreciating our students and their goals and passions, and helping them discover opportunities to bring their dreams to life.

A Personalized Approach

A small but mighty senior class allows for a hyper-intensive, individualized approach to college counseling. Students also embrace admissions representative visits, field trips to college campuses, parent education nights, and job shadows. Lakers are qualified to compile a robust resume, draft unique essays, and inspire authentic teacher recommendations that bring their applications to life.

Our strong alumni network of Olympians, politicians, and composers return to Hawk Hill as guest speakers, Barn Bash attendees, and even teachers and coaches, often citing their time at ULS as the catalyst for awakening passions, transforming self-conceptions, and cultivating a love of learning.

The Leadership Classroom

A dedicated Leadership class is built into the daily schedule for every Upper School student. The co-teaching model allows the Director of College Counseling to meet with students on an individualized basis while the Leadership Counselor crafts experiential lessons in future planning, social-emotional learning, and outdoor learning.