Posted On: 2 July, 2026
This year’s university admissions season has marked a proud milestone for students at True North International School (TNIS), as they have received offers of admission from more than 30 universities across multiple countries around the world. From the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia to Vietnam and Singapore, TNIS students are preparing to embark on the next chapter of their academic journeys at prestigious institutions such as Cornell University, University College London, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, Pratt Institute, Berklee College of Music, and many other respected universities.
Beyond their impressive admissions results, TNIS students have also earned significant scholarships and financial aid packages, reflecting their academic excellence, initiative, and perseverance throughout the university application process. The total value of scholarships and financial aid awarded to TNIS students this admissions season includes:
Behind these achievements lies each student’s dedicated academic journey, persistence in pursuing their goals, and commitment to discovering their own strengths and passions. Every offer of admission is not only a reflection of strong academic performance, but also the result of years spent building distinctive student profiles through extracurricular involvement, research projects, community engagement, and sustained effort throughout their time at TNIS.
At True North, students learn in a rigorous international academic environment where they are encouraged to develop independent thinking, academic resilience, and the confidence to challenge themselves. With more than 20 Advanced Placement (AP) courses across disciplines such as Science, Economics, the Arts, and Research, students have the opportunity to experience college-level coursework while still in high school, helping them explore their interests, strengths, and future academic pathways early on.
In addition to a challenging academic program, TNIS’s 100% English-speaking learning environment and international faculty help students strengthen their communication skills, critical thinking, and ability to thrive in a global setting. Beyond the classroom, many TNISers actively participate in research projects, community initiatives, and academic competitions at both the national and international levels, including VEX Robotics, VMDC, TIMO, and more. These experiences allow them to build distinctive profiles and develop the qualities valued by top universities around the world.
The university offers and scholarships earned by TNIS students this admissions season are not only achievements to be celebrated by the students themselves, but also a testament to a thoughtfully designed educational journey, one that gives students the opportunity to grow holistically in academics, skills, character, and future readiness.
At TNIS, we believe that every student has their own path to discovering their potential and reaching major milestones in life. This year’s admissions results mark the beginning of a new chapter, one in which TNISers continue to grow, excel, and move closer to becoming confident, capable, and globally minded individuals with the ambition to make a meaningful impact.
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