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College Compass was founded in 2018 by Tony Ngo and Don Le to elevate college guidance for Vietnamese students with global ambitions. Built by educators with deep international experience, the program empowers students to pursue world-class universities with clarity, confidence, and character.

We provide personalized, data-driven advising that helps students understand their strengths, build impactful profiles, and navigate the global admissions journey with purpose.

OUR College Counseling Programs

Individualized university admissions guidance supporting students at every stage from early preparation to final acceptance.

COLLEGE COMPASS ADMISSIONS

Grade 12 - Gap Year

An intensive, results-driven admissions counseling program providing strategic, personalized guidance to help students navigate the U.S. university application process successfully

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COLLEGE COMPASS membership

Grades 8 - 11

A strategically designed program that nurtures students’ academic readiness, cultivates essential skills, and provides holistic guidance to prepare them for top universities worldwide

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Why Families Choose College Compass

From personalized mentorship to a supportive community, we empower students to achieve their fullest potential inside the classroom and beyond

Holistic Student Growth

Students are empowered to unlock their full potential, boosting academic performance, strengthening core skills, and achieving long-term success

Expert Mentorship Support

Students thrive in a vibrant community of peers and mentors, where collaboration, encouragement, and shared ambition drive their success.

Performance-Driven Community

Our experienced counselors provide personalized roadmaps, consistent check-ins, and targeted support that drives continuous progress.

Your College Journey Begins with Expert Guidance

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Book a Consultation

Understand strengths, gaps, and admission targets with our expert counselors.

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Receive a Customized Roadmap

We present a tailored 12–36 month plan based on goals and budget.

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Join the Program

Your counselor builds a long-term academic and extracurricular strategy.

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Track Progress & Adjust

We refine milestones and provide workshops, tools, and parent check-ins

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Meet Our Counselors

With 10+ years supporting families across Vietnam and 500+ students coached, our counselors bring elite backgrounds, real admissions expertise, and a data-driven system to help every student succeed

MR. EMMANUEL ALBERTUS

15+ years of international teaching and counseling experience
DELTA (ELT Management), Cambridge Assessment
M.A. in Translation with Language Technology, University of Swansea
B.A. in Chinese Language & Civilization, Université Bordeaux Montaigne

Mr. DON LE

B.S. in Computer Science, Stanford University
B.A. in Economics, Stanford University
CEO & Co-Founder, Everest Education
Co-Founder, SEO-Vietnam - active mentor and trainer in education and leadership

MR. TONY NGO

M.B.A., Harvard Business School
M.S. in Industrial Engineering, Stanford University
B.A. in Economics, Stanford University
Chairman & Co-Founder, Everest Education
Co-founder, SEO-Vietnam and UNAVSA - impacting 400+ alumni and youth leaders
Serial entrepreneur and nonprofit leader

MR. RICKY THAI

M.S. in Applied Economics, Washington State University
B.S. in Economics, Washington State University
Experienced tutor for international students, including Purdue, Harvard, Cornell, and University of Washington

MS. THAO PHAM

10+ years of experience in mentoring students and honing personal development
B.A. in Asian Studies, minor in Political Science, Colgate University
Former college admissions counselor in Seoul with students admitted to top 100 U.S. universities

MR. ROBERT CREIGHTON

10+ years of mentoring students in the U.S. and Vietnam experience
M.A. in Public Policy, University of Southern California
B.A. in English Literature, Minor in Public Affairs, University of California

MS. CHRISTY HOUSTON

10+ years of college counseling experience
Bachelor of Business Administration, Red River College
Counselor Accreditation Program (THE CAP), Times Higher Education
Proven track record of admissions to top-tier schools including MIT, Princeton, Harvard, Columbia, Cornell and more

MR. TRAN VIET ANH

6+ years of experience in guiding 200+ students to U.S. college admissions and $30M+ in scholarships
B.A. in Financial Economics & Electronic Music, Wabash College
Former Management Consultant, Boston Consulting Group
Proven track record of admissions to Harvard, Duke, Princeton, Cornell and more

MR. VINCENT PHAM

10+ years of experience in coaching students in U.S., Germany, and Japan
M.Sc. in Economics, University of Cologne
B.A. in Economics, Connecticut College (full scholarship, top 5% graduate)
Specialist in standardized tests (SAT, GMAT, GRE) and mathematics tutoring at all levels

Hear from Our students and families

Discover real success stories from Vietnamese students who achieved admissions and scholarships to top universities in the U.S. and worldwide, guided by personalized College Compass counseling

From 20 Rejections to a 9-Billion VND Ivy League Scholarship: An Unbelievable Journey | Study in the U.S. | EP. 04

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Discover the Journey of an 18-Year-Old CEO Who Conquered New York University | Study in the U.S. | EP. 01

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What Our Families Say About Us?

“College Compass always appreciates my immature thoughts and gives me space to explore myself.”

- Hong Nhung
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"Thank you for believing in me when I didn't even believe in myself and inspiring me to reach further for success."

- Quang Dieu
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“My university application journey is full of challenges and pressure, but I'm grateful to have College Compass as my companion.”

- Van Chien
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"I am very grateful to have received the dedicated support from College Compass, not only academically but also emotionally."

- Kim Ngan
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"I feel that everyone at College Compass always does their best to help students develop their strengths and find the best-fit place for their college years."

- Bao Khue
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"Thank you College Compass for encouraging me to apply to top universities. With the dedicated support from Tony and Brian, I successfully applied to the top 50 schools in the world!"

- Anh Thu
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"Thank you for dedicatedly supporting my family every step of the way, making sure every detail was done carefully, and it really made a difference in my child's application."

- Ha Anh's parent
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"I'm extremely grateful for the center's good rapport with Hieu and our family. Truly, words can't express how happy and grateful I am."

- Minh Hieu's parent
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Quang Dieu restructured his application profile, highlighting his piano achievements, academic awards, and extracurricular activities, and earned a dual-degree scholarship worth 9 billion VND at Vanderbilt University, USA.
The Outstanding Essay of Le My Hien – College Compass Student

"Together, we have been fighting through the hardest times, earnestly and ceaselessly. Through my mother’s hands rife with burns and cuts from working as a prep cook. Through my nights burning the midnight oil for better knowledge."