Pre-K2 to Grade 12
Enroll with ease
Discover us & the campus
Where confidence grows
What's happening
International Day
Rancho Solano offers a highly personalized approach to college counseling. From introductory small group college counseling advisory sessions and individual meetings early on to applying to college and making the final college decision, our students benefit from our comprehensive college counseling program. Our expert college counselors are a resource for students and their families through every step of their college planning and application journey.
Build a strong relationship with your college counselor through one-on-one meetings, receiving the support and guidance you need to achieve your college goals.
Work with college counselors and involve your family through events and one-on-one conversations to explore your options and make thoughtful choices about your future.
Receive guidance during morning advisory sessions, on-campus college fairs, and flexible one-on-one meetings scheduled throughout the school day for seamless support.
Follow a clear year-by-year plan from 8th through 12th grade, including advisory sessions, milestone events, summer planning, and academic and extracurricular preparation.
Access comprehensive support through individual application meetings, college list building, essay guidance, resume review, and interview preparation.
Explore careers, internships, alumni connections, and support for arts, athletics, entrepreneurship, or gap-year opportunities alongside college planning.
Earn 100% college acceptance, with graduates attending universities worldwide and demonstrating strong preparation, leadership, and critical thinking skills.
Access Naviance and the college counseling Blackbaud page for college planning, career exploration, application guidance, and up-to-date event information.
At our international school in Arizona, students consistently outperform national averages in both college admissions and IB results, gaining acceptance to Ivy League institutions and other top universities worldwide.
100%
college acceptance
81%
of our IB Diploma candidates passed, outperforming the national average of 80%.
32
average IB score, compared to the national average of 30.
42
students earned the full IB Diploma
4.87
Average subject grade in 2025
At Rancho Solano, college counseling begins early and continues through every step of High School. Our structured, year-by-year roadmap helps students build skills, explore opportunities, and make informed decisions on their path to college.
Students in 8th Grade build study skills and habits while meeting monthly with the Bridge to High School team to prepare for a smooth transition to high school.
9th Grade students attend monthly advisory sessions, begin tracking activities, attend college fairs, take the PSAT, and plan meaningful summer experiences.
Advisory sessions continue monthly. 10th Grade students deepen involvement in activities, update resumes, explore career options, take PSAT/SAT prep, and consider summer programs and college visits.
Students in 11th Grade focus on grades, leadership roles, and resume building. Junior year includes college list development, standardized testing, essay planning, college fairs, and parent events.
Senior year students finalize college lists, complete applications and essays, attend advisory sessions and college visits, submit financial aid forms, and make final enrollment decisions.
Our college counseling program is woven into the daily life of Rancho Solano, making support accessible and convenient for every student.
Advisory sessions and college fairs
College counseling information is delivered during our schoolwide morning advisory sessions, giving students regular exposure to guidance and planning resources. During this time, students also attend on-campus college fairs, and throughout the day, college admissions representatives visit campus, offering opportunities to learn directly from colleges.
Individual meetings
As one of the best private schools in Arizona, students can schedule one-on-one meetings with their college counselor at any point during the school day. These meetings are tailored to each student’s needs, providing support for everything from early college planning to essay guidance and application strategy.
Flexibility and accessibility
Advisory sessions, college fairs, and individual meetings are coordinated to fit seamlessly into students’ schedules. This integration ensures that every student has consistent access to personalized guidance without interrupting their academic responsibilities.
Our students gain admission to leading universities across the United States and around the world, reflecting their academic excellence, leadership, and global readiness.
Every RSPS graduate is accepted to a four-year college, reflecting the success of our personalized college counseling program.
USA
Canada
United Kingdom
France
Germany
Ireland
Spain
Switzerland
Israel
Singapore
Hong Kong
Discover how our students become architects of their own success.
Earning the IB diploma prepared me to thrive at UCLA and now in medical school.
It taught me how to write well, how to manage my time effectively, how to balance multiple difficult classes with extracurriculars, and how to think critically to solve difficult problems. Beyond the IB program, Rancho's wonderful teachers and, knowledgeable college counselors supported me in my journey.
Dhruv Class of 2019
Student
Rancho developed my critical thinking skills like no other.
It shaped how I approach problem-solving, taught me how to manage my time with intention, and strengthened my writing as a tool for learning and self-expression. Beyond academics, I held leadership roles in many of the clubs offered, which gave me a foundation in leadership and emphasis community.
Ellie Class of 2022
Our expert college counselors are a resource for RSPS students and their families through every step of the college planning and application journey.
Backed by decades of college counseling and admissions expertise, we look forward to supporting RSPS students in finding their college home.
Lindsay Fitzpatrick
Director of College Counseling
Rancho opened its doors for me as an international student and made my dream of living and constructing my career in the US a reality.
Lucas Class of 2020
Enter the college of your dreams - thanks to an outstanding college preparation and highly personalized counseling at Rancho Solano Preparatory School.
RSPS Ventura Campus looks forward to International Day on Thursday, April 23!
