Find a Mentor Who Knows Your Target University
Get matched with a mentor from your dream university or field for personalized guidance.
About mentor matching
Mentor matching helps you find a mentor who attends or graduated from a university you are considering, or who works in your field of interest. You specify your target schools and subjects, and the platform suggests mentors whose background aligns with your goals.
Once matched, you can schedule conversations to ask about course rigor, campus culture, extracurricular opportunities, and how the mentor approached their own application. The feature works alongside the University database for research and the Counsellor booking feature for professional guidance.
What it does
Browse mentor profiles
View backgrounds of current students and alumni from your target universities and fields.
Request a mentor match
Indicate your preferred universities and subjects to receive tailored mentor suggestions.
Schedule conversations
Book video or chat sessions with your matched mentor at mutually convenient times.
Ask application and campus questions
Get answers about academics, student life, admissions nuances, and program fit.
Track mentor interactions
Keep a record of past conversations and follow-up topics for ongoing support.
How it works
Set your targets
Enter the universities and fields of study you are considering.
Review suggested mentors
See mentor profiles that match your criteria, including their university, major, and year.
Send a connection request
Choose a mentor and send a brief message explaining what you hope to learn.
Hold an introductory call
Meet your mentor, discuss your goals, and agree on a communication cadence.
Continue the dialogue
Schedule follow-up sessions as you progress through applications and decisions.
Who it is for
High school seniors targeting specific universities
Students who want insider perspective on their top-choice schools before applying.
Transfer and graduate applicants
Applicants seeking advice on program fit, research opportunities, and department culture.
Students exploring unfamiliar fields
Those considering a new major or career path who need real-world insight from practitioners.
Parents supporting university research
Families who want their student to have a trusted peer contact at prospective schools.
What you gain
Real-world insights from your target university
Learn what daily life, academics, and community are really like from someone there.
Clarify program fit before applying
Validate whether a university's curriculum and culture match your expectations.
Reduce uncertainty about campus culture
Get honest answers about social scene, support services, and student resources.
Build a supportive connection for the journey
Develop a relationship that can provide encouragement and practical tips throughout admissions.
Complement professional counselling with peer perspective
Combine expert guidance from counsellors with relatable experience from a near-peer mentor.
Questions
How are mentors selected?
Mentors are current students or alumni who volunteer to share their experience. They are not paid staff and participate to help prospective applicants.
Can I choose a mentor from a specific university?
Yes. You indicate your target universities and fields, and the system suggests mentors whose background matches those criteria.
How often can I communicate with my mentor?
Frequency is agreed upon between you and your mentor. Many pairs connect monthly or as needed around application milestones.
Is there a cost to use mentor matching?
Mentor matching is included in your platform access. There is no additional fee for connecting with mentors.
Ready to use mentor matching?
A free session with a counsellor shows you how the tools fit your applications.
