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19 Things You Should Know Before Your First Semester in a US College | The Red Pen

19 Things You Should Know Before Your First Semester in a US College

I grew up in Bombay, wrote and spoke English fluently, watched Hollywood movies and consumed US media. I knew Joey’s tagline, “How you doin’?”, Vicky from Small Wonder and Charles from Charles in Charge. Yet, several things surprised me when I moved to the US. I went to Grinnell College in Iowa, lived in the …

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Your Guide to Undergraduate Learning at the University of Cambridge | The Red Pen

Your Guide to Undergraduate Learning at the University of Cambridge

The University of Cambridge is one of the world’s most prestigious institutions. Its combination of approaches to learning encourages students, like me, to delve deeper into their academic passions. The opportunity to interact with leading intellectuals and access some of the finest resources guides us towards aspiring to achieve limitless possibilities. But what is it …

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Should I Go Abroad for My Undergraduate Studies? | The Red Pen

Should I Go Abroad for My Undergraduate Studies?

Recently, we came across a post where an ‘expert’ responded to the question “Should I apply for colleges in India or abroad?” with a simplistic response of “…apply to both so all your options remain open”. The problem is that the education systems in India and globally are unique, so college admissions requirements vary and …

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4 Common Myths About Careers After College | The Red Pen

4 Common Myths About Careers After College

A common belief in the education industry and one that’s often repeated during conversations about higher education is that current high school students will apply for jobs that don’t even exist yet. This indicates the blistering pace at which the career landscape can be transformed by technology. In such a state of constant change, it …

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Everything You Need to Know About the University of California (UC)

With 150 years of academic history behind it, the University of California (UC) system has established itself as an educational and research institution known for its academic excellence and diverse student profile. Founded in 1868 with 10 faculty members and 38 students, the UC network currently includes 2,80,000 students, 2,27,000 faculty/staff members and over 2 …

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5 Reasons Why the Oxbridge Tutorial System Gives You Life Skills - By Namita Mehta | The Red Pen

5 Reasons Why the Oxbridge Tutorial System Gives You Life Skills

Tutorials have been at the forefront of some of the world’s best universities for hundreds of years. In the UK, The University of Oxford and The University of Cambridge centre their entire learning system around this method. The Oxbridge tutorial system, as it is commonly called, is recognised as one of the most intensive and …

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Is a 3+2 Engineering Programme Right For You? | The Red Pen

Is a 3+2 Engineering Programme Right For You?

Typically, students interested in engineering gravitate towards larger universities that focus on different disciplines within the field of engineering or have a dedicated engineering school. While many find this route appealing, some students prefer to explore their interests in a liberal arts curriculum first. Why a 3+2 Programme May Actually Be the Best-Fit for You? …

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Where Should I Apply For My Master's Abroad? | The Red Pen

Where Should I Apply For My Master’s Abroad?

Are you looking to pursue a master’s programme abroad but are confused about the universities to which you should apply? Technical degrees like those earned while studying medicine, architecture, law and engineering are four-year courses, so these applicants meet most university requirements by default. However, as most Indian liberal arts, social science and business applicants …

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The New Digital SAT - What has changed, what hasn’t and how to prepare | The Red Pen

The New Digital SAT – What Has Changed, What Hasn’t and How to Prepare

In January 2022, the College Board, the governing body of the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) announced that the SAT will be conducted digitally in the next couple of years. International students (non-US based) will be able to take the test starting from March 2023, while US students will have to wait till spring 2024. In …

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5 Ways to Prepare for Your Meeting With Boarding School AOs | The Red Pen

5 Ways to Prepare for Your Meeting With Boarding School Admissions Officers

Deciding to attend a boarding school is a huge step for your family; one that requires a lot of research. A huge part of this research is connecting with boarding school admissions officers (AOs). These representatives can answer all your questions about the application process, life at boarding school, subject selection and more. Even if …

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