One of the key benefits of opting to go to the UK for your undergraduate studies is that if you have a passion for a particular subject and wish to pursue it in depth, you can. UK universities offer several highly specialised degrees and even some in unusual subjects. At the University of Cambridge, for …

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Many applicants from India who are considering studying abroad think of applying to the United Kingdom. Most are drawn to London because the thought of spending three years in the hustle and bustle of one of the world’s most popular cities is exciting! Whilst there are definite advantages to studying in London, it is also …

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Even if you have travelled abroad extensively, actually studying abroad in the US, UK or another country can feel quite intimidating. One of the most important factors, which will make your university experience abroad memorable, is your ability to build a network of friends and acquaintances in this new chapter of your life. So as …

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1st in a 2-part series on MBA FAQs Welcome to our two-part series on frequently asked questions from MBA applicants! The MBA application process has many nuances. While there are many things that may be highly specific to you, there are some general questions that most of our applicants end up asking us. Here are …

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When working with high school students who are developing their profile, preparing for future academic challenges and, eventually, submitting college applications, whether in India or abroad, one of the first things we do is encourage them to create a resume. Many people associate a resume with something you do just to get a job, but …

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The English language curriculum set by the Indian boards has evolved over time, differing from the curriculum in international schooling systems such as the US or the UK–upon which the Indian curriculum was originally modelled. Differences in American English, British English and Indian English cover spelling, usage of active/passive voice and specific expressions and idioms. …

Should I Use American English or British English When Applying to University? Read More »

If you are applying for a master’s degree at a university abroad, you will be busy preparing your application package over the next couple of months. Organising letters of recommendation, preparing an up-to-date resume, sitting for your GRE/GMAT and writing your Statement of Purpose (SOP) are all equally important components of your application. Your resume …

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Strange as it might sound, one of the elements that really stumps MBA candidates when they work on their business school applications are questions focused on their career and personal goals. More than one applicant has been surprised and a little overwhelmed when they realise that a core part of their MBA application is the …

What are ‘MBA Goals’ and Why Do They Matter? Read More »

If you are about to enter grade 12 and have your heart set on getting into a US college, then you must start preparing for your college applications right now, even before the Common App opens and new essay questions are released. Let’s face it; there are plenty of talented students looking to pursue undergraduate …

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The concept of taking a gap year has been around for a long time. However, lately, the popularity of the gap year is increasing as high-profile students, such as Malia Obama, have opted to take a year out before joining university. According to some reports, there has been a 23 percent increase in gap year …

Don’t Mind the Gap – Why You Should Consider a Gap Year Read More »

For those of you preparing your MBA applications, we are sure you have been studying hard for the GMAT (read our article on GMAT or GRE, if you are wondering which test to take) and working furiously on your essays (right??). But one thing you might not be thinking much about is your resume. As …

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Now that all of the stress is over–your business school decision is made, your new future stretching out in front of you like the yellow brick road–the question before you now is what are you going to do between now and then? For some of you, there is no choice to be made, because you …

Starting Your MBA This Fall? Take a ‘Gap’ and Celebrate Read More »