Cialfo

About

Cialfo is a global educational technology company dedicated to making higher education accessible to students worldwide. Headquartered in Singapore, the company operates on a mission to connect students, counselors, and universities through a unified, AI-powered platform. Originally inspired by the Olympic motto 'Citius, Altius, Fortius' (Faster, Higher, Stronger), the name Cialfo reflects the company's belief that education is about becoming a better version of oneself. The platform is designed to simplify the complex and often overwhelming process of college and career exploration, planning, and application. It provides a comprehensive suite of tools for high school students and their counselors, including career assessments, a global college search engine spanning over 50 countries, and streamlined document management and sending capabilities through integrations with services like Common App and UCAS. Founded in 2012 as an education consultancy, Cialfo transitioned to a technology-focused model in 2017 to scale its impact and reach a broader audience. Today, the company serves a vast network of over 365,000 community members, including thousands of schools and over 1,000 higher education institutions across more than 100 countries. Cialfo's solutions empower counselors to optimize their workflows, improve student engagement, and achieve better outcomes. For universities, the platform offers a direct channel to recruit and engage with a diverse pool of international students. The company fosters a culture of innovation and inclusivity, with a globally distributed team committed to breaking down barriers in education. Cialfo has received numerous accolades, including being named one of the World's Top EdTech Companies by TIME and Statista and being certified as a 'Great Place To Work' in both Singapore and India.