About Ben Sorkin & Boarding School Basics
Ben Sorkin, Ed.M
Ben Sorkin is a two-time graduate of Harvard University, having earned his Bachelor's in Sociology and Educational Studies, and an Ed. M in Educational Leadership from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Ben served as an admissions officer, residential faculty member, coach, and diversity & inclusion practitioner at a Top 10 New England boarding school.
There, he launched the school's inaugural summer transition program, helping students from diverse backgrounds acclimate to the academic and residential experience of boarding school. He is passionate about supporting first generation, low income, LGBTQ+, and non-traditional students in having access to exceptional educational opportunities.
Ben has received recognition from the Milken Family Foundation, Horatio Alger Association, and the Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation. He serves on selection committees for the Questbridge National College Match, Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, and Horatio Alger Association.
Boarding School Basics
Boarding School Basics came about from conversations with boarding school families who shared that a lack of information and awareness about the application process made their experience challenging. Ben's experience as an educational consultant has shown him the value of professional guidance through the process, and sharing insider information at an affordable price point is core to the mission of Boarding School Basics.
Boarding schools have long served as a gateway to elite colleges and universities, rich and diverse alumni networks, and fantastic career opportunities. Ben's work at Boarding School Basics seeks to help students from all backgrounds unlock access to these life changing resources and connections.