Future Pathways
Resource
Whether a student is planning to go to university, a gap year, military service or pursue other options, the Future Pathway Advisors provide personalized assistance in that transition.
Guiding Principles of the Future Pathways Program
At ZIS, every upper school student receives highly individualized and comprehensive support throughout their journey. Our dedicated team of three Future Pathways Advisors is committed to helping students discover the pathways that best align with their abilities, interests, and aspirations.
Through one-on-one meetings, family sessions, advisory presentations, and lunchtime workshops, our counselors deliver developmentally appropriate programming grounded in the CASEL Framework and International School Counselor Association Standards.
Your Child’s Advocate and Guide
Your assigned Future Pathway Advisor is your child’s primary advocate throughout their Grade 9-12 years and post-secondary planning process. Here’s how we support your family:
- Build strong relationships with your child based on trust and understanding
- Support your child’s unique goals, strengths, needs, and aspirations
- Access academic and extracurricular records, including input from teachers, advisors, and coaches
- Author official counselor letters of recommendation and UCAS references
- Serve as the key liaison for university admissions officers with inquiries about ZIS or student applications
- Provide insider knowledge about ZIS, its programs, student cohorts, and historical trends in university admissions
- Offer personalized, strategic insights that are essential to a successful post-secondary outcome
Global Expertise and Connections
ZIS Future Pathway Advisors bring deep knowledge and global experience:
- Support applications across Europe, the UK, North America, Asia, and Australia/New Zealand
- Trained in career, emotional, and strength-based counseling
- Members of professional organizations like IACAC, NACAC, CIS, ISCA, IB, and ACCIS
- Regularly visit universities and attend global conferences
- Maintain strong relationships with admissions representatives worldwide
Future Pathway Advisor's Role
Meet the Advisors
Upper School Profile
Class of 2025 University Destinations
University Fair
ZIS is a truly international school, with students preparing for opportunities around the world.
Our reputation as a leading school has been shown by the number of university representatives that visit our campus each year.
The ZIS University Fair is a regular fixture on the Adliswil Campus calendar. Students and parents have the opportunity to open a personal dialog with university representatives from all over Europe and North America.
Information for University Representatives
Each year nearly 120 university representatives come to ZIS to meet with students, counselors, and interested parents.
Scheduling a Visit to the Adliswil Campus
We look forward to welcoming you to our campus. Please contact Yoshiko Keller (ykeller@zis.ch) to arrange your visit. It is best to plan a visit during lunch.
Wishing you a safe and successful travel season!