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DiscoverSTEM’s First ILM Batch Achieves Remarkable Success

82% ILM (Ivy League Mentorship) Students accepted to Top 10 Schools in US.

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We are thrilled to announce that the inaugural class of DiscoverSTEM’s Ivy League Mentorship (ILM) program has achieved extraordinary success in their college admissions journey. Our first group of graduates has secured acceptances at some of the most prestigious universities in the United States, exceeding even our most optimistic expectations.

Exceptional Results Validate Our Vision

When we launched the ILM program, our mission was clear: to nurture young, innovative minds and prepare them not just for college applications, but for meaningful contributions to society. Today, we stand validated by results that speak volumes about the program’s effectiveness.

Our first batch of ILM students has achieved what many would consider remarkable:

These results surpass what we initially envisioned when creating the program, confirming that our approach to mentorship, innovation, and research-based learning creates truly exceptional candidates.

To apply for the next batch of Ivy League Mentorship Program, send your interest through this Contact Us page.

No.Student NameSchool
1Adam MhalMIT (Computer Science)
2Isha AgrawalCornell University (Computer Science)
UT Austin (Computer Science)
UIUC (Computer Science)
3Zashaan ShaikhPrinceton
Georgia Tech
Rice University
4Tanvi SaxenaCornell University (Computer Science)
5Dhruv AlamuriUT Austin (Computer Science)
6Aniq ShaikhUT Austin (Computer Science)
7Rayhan ShanavasUNC Chapel Hill (Public Health)
8Nakshatra PiduriUC Berkeley (Neuroscience)
Creighton Medical School (Direct Medical Program)
Ohio State Medical School (Direct Medical Program)
9Abdullah KabeerMcCombs School of Business
10Fatima ShakeelMcCombs School of Business
11Zakaria S.McCombs School of Business
USC Marshall School of Business
Kelley School of Business
12Simran BabariaKelley School of Business
13Reem KhanUSC IYA (Business of Innovation)
14Rania KhanUSC IYA (Business of Innovation, Dean’s Scholar)
15Hisham AhmadCox School of Business
16Yusuf B.Cox School of Business

The ILM Difference

What makes the ILM program so effective? Unlike traditional college prep programs that focus primarily on test scores and application strategies, our approach centers on developing genuine capabilities that admissions committees recognize and value:

  1. Innovation cultivation – Students don’t just learn about innovation; they become innovators with patents and prototypes to their names
  2. Research experience – Our mentees conduct and publish meaningful research, typically reserved for university-level students
  3. Entrepreneurial mindset – ILM participants identify real-world problems and develop viable business models to address them
  4. Mentorship from experts – Students work directly with industry leaders who provide guidance drawn from decades of professional experience

More Than College Admissions

While we celebrate these impressive college acceptances, we’re even more proud of what these results represent: young people who have developed the skills, confidence, and vision to make meaningful contributions to their fields. The universities that have accepted our students aren’t just recognizing academic achievements; they’re welcoming innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs who have already demonstrated their potential to create impact.

As we congratulate our first ILM class on their well-deserved success, we also look forward to expanding the program’s reach and continuing to nurture exceptional young minds. The journey we began with these remarkable students has only affirmed our belief that with the right guidance and opportunities, the potential of young innovators is truly limitless.

Our ILM program isn’t just working—it’s transforming how we prepare the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and creators for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

To apply for the next batch of Ivy League Mentorship Program, send your interest through this Contact Us page.