Specialized Consulting for Students Pursuing Art, Design, and International Education

Services we offer

K-12 International School Consulting

  • Personalized guidance for school selection in Korea or abroad

  • Strategic support for academic transitions and international system changes

  • Interview preparation and curriculum planning

  • Bilingual support (English/Korean) to help families communicate with schools

  • Holistic advising that considers extracurriculars, school culture, and long-term goals

  • Advising students who are unsure whether to pursue art, design, or architecture

  • Helping families understand creative career pathways and academic options

  • Recommending extracurriculars, clubs, and school activities that nurture creative growth

  • Utilizing existing school systems to explore and validate artistic interest

  • Ongoing mentorship to build confidence and clarity in the student’s direction

Art & Design Pathway Exploration

Fine Arts University Admissions Strategy

  • Specialized support for Fine Arts, Design, and Architecture college applications

  • Strategic planning of extracurricular activities and summer programs

  • Coaching on artist statements, personal essays, and creative narratives

  • Portfolio planning and long-term timeline management

  • Application guidance for U.S., UK, and EU admissions systems (Common App, UCAS, etc.)

Sunny Kim – Founder & Lead Consultant, Mikynnus Education

Sunny Kim is an international education expert and former Director of Student Affairs at Saint Paul Preparatory Seoul, where she led K–12 students and families through every stage of school life—from academic advising and co-curricular program development to global university admissions strategy. Over the past decade, she has worked with hundreds of families navigating complex educational decisions across Korea, the U.S., and beyond.

With a strong foundation in the arts, Sunny holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from Cornell University and an MBA in Marketing from Korea University. She has also served as an alumni Fine Arts portfolio reviewer for Cornell’s College of Architecture, Art, and Planning (AAP), offering direct insight into what top-tier institutions seek in creative applicants. Her specialty lies in guiding students interested in Fine Arts, Design, and Architecture, helping them explore their potential, define a clear path forward, and build powerful extracurricular and portfolio narratives that resonate with admissions officers.

Sunny is also a seasoned community builder. She has served as a board member and head secretary of the Cornell Club of Korea for over a decade, expanding the organization into a vibrant, globally connected Ivy League alumni network and hosting high-profile university events across Asia.

As the founder of Mikynnus Education, Sunny brings a rare blend of strategic insight, cultural fluency, and creative mentorship to every consultation. She is a bilingual advisor (English/Korean), an experienced public speaker, and an active member of NACAC and KISCA. Her mission is simple: to help students and families make confident, informed decisions that align with who they are and where they want to go.