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How to Boost Your US College Applications: 5 Personal Projects to Help You Stand Out!

What is a personal project? A personal project is a voluntary endeavour that students pursue in their spare time, blending their interests in a profoundly personal manner. It often manifests as a creative or productive pursuit distinct from their regular school activities. These projects are driven by personal enthusiasm rather than academic objectives, making them …

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IB vs A Levels: What’s the Ultimate High School Curriculum for Your Future?

Leave a Comment / Pre-College Planning Guide, Pre-College Planning Guide, Undergraduate Preparation / By The Red Pen

Choosing the right curriculum in high school can have a profound impact on your academic trajectory. Amidst the many options available, ranging from the national and state boards to international curricula such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) and A Levels, the decision of which to choose can be overwhelming. To date, a staggering 1.2 million …

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IBDP or IBCP: Choosing a Curriculum For Successful College Admissions

Leave a Comment / Curricula and Subject Selection, Pre-College Planning Guide, Undergraduate Preparation / By The Red Pen

The International Baccalaureate (IB) is an esteemed educational system that equips students for success in higher education. As of October 2023, over 8,000 IB programmes are being offered in 5,700 schools across 159 countries. The IB system has two distinct curricula for high school students: the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the IB Career-Related Programme …

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How to Boost College Admissions with Academic Rigour

Leave a Comment / Pre-College Planning Guide, Undergraduate Preparation / By The Red Pen

As you transition from secondary school to high school and prepare for college applications, the term “academic rigour” is one you’ll frequently encounter. Those aspiring to attend a reputed university abroad must understand how colleges evaluate your profile. While a high GPA (grade point average) is crucial, several universities also assess your academic rigour. But …

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A Day in the Life of a Charterhouse Online Student

Curricula and Subject Selection, Guest Post, Pre-College Planning Guide / By Karen Davies, Principal of Charterhouse Online

Charterhouse Online is a challenging but intellectually rewarding programme. You can complete your A Levels through accelerated learning in a single year (instead of two) and open doors to university education much sooner. But how rigorous is the programme? Would you have time to pursue other interests? Let’s find out. Here’s what your typical day …

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Subject Selection – Frequently Asked Questions

Pre-College Planning Guide, Undergraduate Preparation / By The Red Pen

Choosing the right subjects in high school is imperative. However, we see many parents and students struggling to make the right choice for them. While many things may be highly specific to you, there are some general questions that most of our Mentorship students end up asking us. Keep in mind that these are guidelines …

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How to Identify the Best-Fit High School for Your Child

Pre-College Planning Guide, Undergraduate Preparation / By The Red Pen

In the last 2 decades, the education landscape in India has changed drastically. Now, you face several questions when it comes to selecting the best-fit school for your child. Should you opt for a school that offers international curricula, such as the IB, A Levels or Advanced Placements? Should you stick to the Indian curriculum, …

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A Comprehensive Guide to Reflective Essay Writing

Pre-College Planning Guide, Undergraduate Preparation / By The Red Pen

When it comes to essays, there are various different types–descriptive, expository, persuasive and reflective essays. While you may have nailed how to tackle the first three through your school work, reflective essays may pose a challenge. Reflective essays require you to examine your life experiences, describe your feelings and thoughts, analyse their impact and reveal …

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5 Factors to Consider Before Changing Your Child’s Curriculum for Grades 11 and 12

Pre-College Planning Guide, Undergraduate Preparation / By The Red Pen

Over the last two decades, India has seen significant growth in the number of schools offering international curricula, such as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and the Cambridge International AS & A Levels. What started with just eight international schools in 2000 has grown to over …

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4 Common Myths About Careers After College

Pre-College Planning Guide, Undergraduate Preparation / By The Red Pen

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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