The past four years of developing my college applications have been a journey I entered fully aware of the stress and rigor I was bound to face. However, working with Dr. Navin Valrani and his team made this process the complete opposite. They made it truly smooth sailing, always there to hear me out and […]

Working with Navin and his incredible team has been one of the most reassuring parts of my application journey. I immediately felt comfortable and supported from the very first meeting—they made it clear that they genuinely cared about helping me find the best path forward. Navin and his team truly listened to what I wanted […]

Working with Dr. Navin Valrani has been nothing short of life-changing. He has been so much more than just a counselor — he’s been a mentor, a guide, and someone who truly believes in his students even when they may doubt themselves. His goal was never just to help us get into college, but to […]

Working with Forward Thinking has truly been one of the most meaningful parts of my university journey. From the very start, Jamie and Navin saw me for who I really am. They didn’t just focus on my grades or my resume—they took the time to understand my personality, my goals, and what makes me me. […]

From the moment I first met Navin during the Junior MBA program in 2022, I knew I was in good hands. He didn’t just serve as a counselor, but as a true mentor who helped me refine my business acumen and public speaking skills. His guidance continued when I began my college application process, where […]

Working with Forward Thinking was one of the most transformative parts of my university journey. From day one, Navin helped me see the bigger picture and guided me toward schools that truly fit who I am and what I value. Jaimie was my biggest cheerleader — she helped me bring my voice to life in […]

From the very moment I began my high school journey, Dr. Navin was there to guide me. Words cannot express the immense gratitude I have for Dr. Navin and his team. Their unwavering support pushed me to strive for my best, while their step-by-step guidance through applications ensured I had a thorough understanding of the […]

I wouldn’t have trusted anyone else with something as important and personal as the college process other than Navin Valrani and the team at Forward Thinking. Today, there are so many people who claim they can get your child into a top university, and maybe some can, but what they often can’t do is help […]

My first encounter with Dr Navin Valrani was in 2020 in my year 10, when I joined the Junior MBA programme. As a reticent kid, who was afraid of public speaking and with low self-esteem, the Junior MBA programme was daunting. However, the encouragement and motivation I received from Dr Navin helped me overcome my […]

I started my journey toward my later years of school, unsure of what to do, who to talk to, or even how to prepare myself for my application. However, the support of Mr. Navin immediately contributed to my path as a student. I cannot begin to describe the impact he has had on me as […]

Much of my success and where I stand today can be credited to Navin’s unwavering support and guidance over the last few years. He went above and beyond typical advice, pushing me to explore new ideas in my writing. He urged me to reflect on experiences and ideas previously beyond my consideration, helping me see […]

It would be very difficult for me to put into words everything that Mr. Navin is and all that he has helped me achieve. Let me begin with the end; I have been offered scholarships by not one, not two but by four top universities!!! The most interesting part is that we did not even […]

As I reflect on my college application process from building a college list to improving my extracurricular activities to the hours of essay writing, it’s impossible to overlook the influence Navin has had on my journey. His insights and advice have been invaluable in navigating university admissions. Working with him closely over the last few […]

Words aren’t enough to thank Mr. Navin. He has supported me throughout my entire application process and has been an outstanding mentor to me. He has been firm when I needed to pull up my socks up and understanding and supportive whenever I’ve needed him. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to be […]

Throughout my high school journey, Navin has been a pillar of support and strength, continuously helping me navigate through this difficult time. Navin has not only supported me academically, but he has pushed me to be the best version of myself and has given me someone other than my family to rely on in any […]

Working with Mr. Valrani was like learning how to ride a bicycle for the first time, he would give me the freedom to move forward, nudging and stabilizing me at just the right moments to ensure I achieved my goals and had a holistic learning experience along the way. He is a treasure trove of […]

I approached Navin and his team to support me with the daunting process of applying for a Masters degree and I could not recommend them enough. Their vast knowledge and expertise of the US college admissions process and support they offered was instrumental in helping me secure a place at my dream graduate school. I […]

Navin was simply amazing. The time, effort, and commitment he gave to me as his mentee was incomparable. He made the stressful admissions process that much easier. He created a relaxed environment with just the right level of a push to help me strive to be the best I could while not overbearing or overwhelming […]

A big thank you to both Navin and Jaimie for helping me. They were able to take the anxiety out of the entire process. They were very encouraging and were always willing to provide support if I had questions or problems. Through the Arcadia Counseling system, I was able to get accepted to wonderful universities. […]

Applying to university is extremely important as such choice will determine your future, experiences and overall happiness. However, it can also be extremely stressful. For this reason, I want to thank Mr. Valrani and Ms. Jaimie as they made the process smooth, helping me feel confident and successful. Thanks to them, I was granted an […]

Navin helped me through the college application process. He helped me to construct an aggressive and balanced college list, giving me valuable suggestions on which colleges I should add and remove to my list. I was also given immense guidance on my course selection along with grades and exam scores I should aim to get […]

Navin Valrani has been a lifeline for me. His unrelenting support during the application process was instrumental in mitigating my anxieties and allowing me to focus during my crucial high school years. While his creativity is remarkable, his commitment to my success was outstanding. If you are looking at getting to the university of your […]

Navin Valrani was amazing at helping me with my application, he was realistic about where I could get into but also had optimism and was always able to keep me in good spirits when I was feeling stressed. He considered where I would be happiest yet intellectually stimulated. Navin Valrani takes his time to get […]

As I neared the end of high school in Dubai five years ago, I brimmed with ambition for college but found myself hopelessly lost and without direction in the admissions process. As my counselor, Navin Valrani guided me through each step of my college applications, offering sharp clarity to seemingly opaque questions about my “fit” […]

I attribute my admission to the University of Pennsylvania to Navin’s counseling services. After identifying a class of schools I wanted to attend (top tier Ivy Leagues) during the beginning of my high school career, Navin guided me through every single aspect that was relevant to college admissions. This included assisting with course selection throughout […]