We walk with you step by step in your application journey

Amiva is a college access program geared specifically for students in Africa. It is your one-stop-shop for everything to do with the college application process. From choosing appropriate schools to apply to, writing essays, filling in the school applications, applying for financial aid, studying for standardized tests, preparing for school interviews to finally settling down in your dream college. We are with you every step of the way

We know there are many programs out there doing this, so why should you choose us?

For one, we have consistently helped place our students in top universities -the likes of Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Yale - on full financial aid.

Here's what sets us apart

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Our secret source. You have a better chance of getting into your dream school with us by your side.

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Curated videos detailing all the aspects of the application process that you can watch from your home. In pajamas.

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Tips and tricks acquired from mentors and our own experiences.

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A community of fellow students applying abroad that you can work with, based on your strengths and personality.

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Up to date research and resources to help you in your journey. You won't waste valuable time looking for information and/or vetting the
information you have to see if it is accurate.

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Essay review and quick feedback.

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An even broader community of mentors who are available to help you and answer any of your questions.

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Round the clock standardized test training including the SAT/ACT.

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Exclusive communication between applicants and peers in Ivy League and other elite institutions.

Our Mission

Our mission is much broader than just helping students get admissions to these top schools. We are passionate
about helping young students make the best education and career decisions to secure the life outcomes of the upcoming generation. According to the Harvard Business Review, a Kenyan today can achieve at most 52% of their potential. Through our investments in education and mentorship, we hope to make our students, and in turn, the next generation, raise this number significantly.

Our Team

Swaib Okita

Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania '23

I'm pursuing a BS in Economics with concentrations in Finance and Business Analytics, and a minor in computer science.

I'm interested in fintech, financial and mentor-based startups, retail, African history, and classic film.

Samuel Gariy

Princeton University '23

I study Electrical and Computer Engineering.

I'm interested in emerging tech. I love film (movie club anyone?), books (one of those who used to read a lot) and art. Hit me up! I enjoy talking to people on various topics plus I am funny.

Favorite line: "Louis, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship." (watch this movie) - (Casablanca, 1942 Romance/Drama film)

Joan Nekoye

Brown
University '24

I am studying applied mathematics and computer science.

I love learning. I enjoy art, music, and dancing. I'm also a huge collector of books and other things that I find interesting.

Bady Okita

Software engineer
at Triggerise

As a software developer, I enjoy solving technical problems.

I relish gaming on all popular platforms, and watching sitcoms.

I love building things in my free time. Case in point: I recently made a temple run knockoff.

Our Mentors

Meet a few members of our budding team

Eddy Ogola

MIT '25

Fred Omondi

Pomona '25

Tom Muma

Northwestern '25

Lynette Muritu

Columbia '23

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