Matthew is a Brown University graduate (B.A. in Economics and B.A. in Public Health) and University of Oxford graduate (M.Sc. in Comparative Social Policy), with experience advising students on US and UK college admissions.
He has supported students in gaining admission to top institutions, including Cambridge, Princeton, NYU Stern, Williams, and Dartmouth, and has worked extensively with financial aid applicants, helping students from India secure full scholarships. His approach focuses on building clear academic direction and tailored strategies that align with each student's goals.
At Brown, Matthew was actively involved in mentorship, serving as an international orientation mentor for new students adjusting to life in the US. These experiences continue to inform his emphasis on personalized, student-first guidance.
From Common App to UCAS:
How Research Strengthens Every Application
June 18, 2026 · 5 PM UAE/ 9 PM HKT
Join Matthew Ding, Brown University & Oxford graduate and seasoned admissions strategist, as he reveals how one strong research profile can strengthen applications to both US and UK universities. Learn what Common App and UCAS really look for, how admissions committees evaluate research experience, and how to position your work to stand out across competitive institutions. Don't miss this chance to understand how to plan, present, and leverage research as a powerful edge in global college admissions.
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Find out the secret weapon behind the world's most successful college applications.
Join this exclusive session to learn how to craft a profile that resonates with US and UK admissions committees.
You will learn:
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hat US and UK admissions committees truly look for in a strong application.
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How Common App and UCAS differ and how to navigate both systems.
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How research builds a compelling academic narrative beyond grades and test scores.
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How to position your profile to stand out in competitive US and UK admissions.
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Arria is a Brown University graduate with a B.A. in International Relations and Education Studies and extensive experience in university counselling.
She has guided students to top institutions, including Stanford, Cornell, Brown, UC Berkeley, McGill, the University of Waterloo, and the University of Toronto. She has also overseen the IB Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) program, where student projects received international recognition.
Notably, three of her students were awarded the prestigious International Leader of Tomorrow (ILOT) fully funded scholarship at the University of British Columbia.
She has guided students to top institutions, including Stanford, Cornell, Brown, UC Berkeley, McGill, the University of Waterloo, and the University of Toronto. She has also overseen the IB Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) program, where student projects received international recognition.
Notably, three of her students were awarded the prestigious International Leader of Tomorrow (ILOT) fully funded scholarship at the University of British Columbia.
How Indigo Research works
Indigo Research mentors high school students to produce exceptional, publishable research. With a curriculum designed by Harvard and Oxford graduates, students work with top university faculty or PhD fellows, building intellectual depth and boosting their academic profile.
Our students achieve real outcomes – journal publications, competition wins, and admissions to the world’s leading universities. Indigo students have a 33% Ivy League acceptance rate – over three times the global average – and a 22% acceptance rate to Oxford and Cambridge.
