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Shalini Sinha

Singapore

Summary

Independent university guidance counselor with a background as a former journalist and published author. Proven track record of successfully guiding students into prestigious institutions, including Ivy League and Oxbridge schools. Specializes in the intricacies of the admissions process, providing tailored, innovative, and results-driven support to meet the unique needs of each student. Committed to transforming potential into achievement through comprehensive guidance and strategic insights, and recognized for empowering individuals across various disciplines to excel in both undergraduate and postgraduate applications.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder

PATHLIGHT ADVISORS LLP
2017 - Current
  • Rebranded and relaunched a boutique university admissions counseling practice, mentoring students on undergraduate and postgraduate applications. Expertise in navigating complex admissions processes while providing tailored, creative, and results-driven support. Specializing in the US, UK, Australia, Ireland, and Singapore, and consistently achieving excellent admissions outcomes.

Founder

UniApp-Assist LLP
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Established the university admissions practice to mentor students in their university admissions journey. Dissolved the company in 2016.

Cross-cultural Trainer

CARTUS
01.2012 - 01.2014

President

Indian Women’s Association, a Voluntary Welfare Organization
2008 - 2011

During a three-year tenure, strengthened the Indian community in Singapore by providing a platform to connect, support, and network in Singapore. Initiated the first Integration Carnival—a collaborative effort between IWA and the People’s Association, held under MCCY—to promote engagement with the wider local community. As IWA President, also served as a nominated member of the National Integration Working Group for Community (NIWG-C), MCCY.

Published Author

Marshall Cavendish, Singapore
01.2008 - 01.2008
  • Published Author, DISCOVER MUMBAI – A city redefined

Journalist

Indian Express Group, Hindu Businessline and MIDDAY
01.1991 - 01.1998

Education

High School Diploma -

Notre Dame Academy
Patna

Post Graduate Diploma - Integrated Mass Communications Media

Sophia Polytechnic, Mumbai University
Mumbai
01.1991

Master of Arts - Political Science

Hindu College, Delhi University
New Delhi
01.1990

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Lady Sriram College For Women, Delhi University
New Delhi
01.1988

Skills

  • Strategic vision
  • Industry expertise
  • Project management
  • Results orientation
  • Articulate communication
  • Creative and resourceful

Timeline

Founder

UniApp-Assist LLP
01.2014 - 01.2016

Cross-cultural Trainer

CARTUS
01.2012 - 01.2014

Published Author

Marshall Cavendish, Singapore
01.2008 - 01.2008

Journalist

Indian Express Group, Hindu Businessline and MIDDAY
01.1991 - 01.1998

Founder

PATHLIGHT ADVISORS LLP
2017 - Current

President

Indian Women’s Association, a Voluntary Welfare Organization
2008 - 2011

High School Diploma -

Notre Dame Academy

Post Graduate Diploma - Integrated Mass Communications Media

Sophia Polytechnic, Mumbai University

Master of Arts - Political Science

Hindu College, Delhi University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Lady Sriram College For Women, Delhi University

Hobbies and Interests

History nerd, Wanderluster, and Dog lover

Shalini Sinha