Explore Global College Opportunities
Guiding US students to top overseas universities with expertise.
About Overseas College Finders
Our Mission
Our Difference
Our Approach
At Overseas College Finders, we aim to empower high school students seeking alternatives to top US colleges. Students are often frustrated by the inability to gain admission and high fees in the US. Our mission is to provide personalized guidance that helps families explore the advantages of an international school, for those students that are up for the adventure.
Our Approach
Our Difference
Our Approach
Our approach is to get to know each student individually to understand their unique strengths, interests, and goals. We provide personalized guidance throughout the entire college application process, from researching colleges to submitting applications.
Our Team
Our Difference
Our Difference
Our team consists of experienced advisors dedicated to helping students achieve success. We started with our own 6 children. We have a proven track record of helping students gain admission to top universities In Ireland, Scotland, England, Holland, Canada, and Australia
Our Difference
Our Difference
Our Difference
Our founders were born and attended UK universities. 20 years ago, they moved to the US with 4 children. 2 more born in the US. They have lived in CA, NY, CT, and IL. The foundation of OCF was built on successfully sending their children to overseas colleges, following US high school. Our unique difference arises from in-depth experience of US and overseas colleges.
why consider AN overseas college?
Entrance requirements
Our typical OCF student has a strong GPA, SAT-ACT and AP scores and is looking for a top rated university. Overseas colleges admit on the basis of test scores and therefore our students typically get prompt acceptance, as opposed to the frustration arising from denial or deferment in the highly competitive US market. Rest assured, you can still apply to US schools if you desire.
Cost and Value
Wherever you go, college is a significant investment. However, the cost of top US schools has spiraled, and the return on this investment merits scrutiny with many US students graduating without employable credentials. We continue to find that world ranked overseas schools offer an attractive discount to the US, even factoring in flight costs
Preparation for life and a job
Whilst an overseas school is not for everyone, our OCF students have benefited from living and studying outside of the US. The benefits opened by different cultures, networking, and travel opportunities lead to personal growth and are a valuable differentiator in today's job market.
OCF provides you with full support
Our Services
Introductory Session
Free
We get to know you and your goals. Introduce OCF.
Agree next steps.
Meeting: 1 hour
Schools and Courses
$2,500
Review your detailed OCF report of potential colleges and courses, based on i) student fact sheet and ii) in depth review and enquiry with college admission teams. Research & report typically takes 2-3 weeks.
Meeting: 2 hours
Application and Support
$150 p/hr
OCF can support you in submitting a complete and compelling application, reviewing essays, other admission questions, transferring IEP / 504 plans, college tours, visas, applying for accommodation, etc.
Its a partnership. We will only undertake work where we can deliver value to you.
Meet the team
Our team
- Karen Ridgway: US citizen. Born: UK. Degree: University of Hertfordshire. Various customer related roles in European auto, pharmaceutical, and retail industries.
- OCF: founder and spent past 8 years advising and supporting students to identify and apply to overseas schools.
- David Ridgway: US citizen. Born: UK. Degree & Masters: Cambridge University. Various senior risk management roles in European and US financial institutions.
- OCF: COO and spent past 8 years advising and supporting students to identify and apply to overseas schools.