Letters of Recommendation: Don’t Leave Them for the Last
Part 3 of a 4-part series For students who are applying to the US for their undergraduate studies, Letters of Recommendation (LORs) form an important part of the application process. Typically, colleges ask for three LORs, so make sure you spend ample time thinking about who should write your letters and what you want them […]
How to Write a UCAS Undergraduate UK Personal Statement – Part 2
The personal statement is one of the most crucial parts of your undergraduate application to UK colleges. This 4,000-character document enables the admissions team to gain a deeper understanding of who you are as a person while giving them an insight into your academic prowess, skills and experiences. Tips for writing a personal statement While […]
How to Write a UCAS Undergraduate UK Personal Statement – Part 1
Students who are applying for an undergraduate degree in the UK do so through a centralised portal called Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). In addition to academic transcripts for grade 11, predicted grades, university choices and a letter of recommendation (LOR), students are also required to submit a personal statement. What is a personal […]
5 Ways Research Helps Your Profile Stand-Out in the College Application Process
My video interview at Yale University was about to begin–and I was nervous. My palms were sweaty as I contemplated what I’d say to the faculty interviewer. I took a deep breath and turned on my camera. To my surprise, she sat at her desk, smiling broadly. Before I could say anything, she started with […]
How To Put Together Your Master’s Application?
In a highly competitive global marketplace, a master’s degree sets you apart from other job candidates. But irrespective of the programme, the application process to graduate schools has several components and can seem lengthy and daunting. But if you begin working on it in advance in a systematic way, there’s no need to worry. Keep […]
What Does the Ideal Postgraduate Application Timeline Look Like?
For those of you who are planning to pursue a master’s education next year, you need to start working on your applications now! Most postgraduate programmes are extremely competitive, so you need to spend enough time systematically planning your postgraduate application. When should I start my postgraduate application? The ideal time to start your master’s […]
Demystifying an Art-Related Portfolio
Are you considering applying to an undergraduate programme in an artistic field? if so, you may be confused about the application process as besides the usual requirements, you will also need to create a portfolio. Whether you are applying for animation, architecture, film, fine art, game design, graphic design, illustration, interior design or any other […]
Why Is a School Profile Crucial to Your Application?
For those of you who are looking to get a head start on your college applications, start by organising some generic documents. One such document is a school profile, which many colleges may require. Prepared and submitted by your school counsellor or another faculty member, such as your principal or academic coordinator, this two-page document, printed on […]
What Is Demonstrated Interest and How Do I Show It?
Colleges receive thousands of applications from students across the globe and admissions officers (AOs) are always looking for the best and the brightest. In the past 10 years, admissions have become more competitive. For example, Harvard University is notorious for its low acceptance rates, which was 10.5 percent for the Class of 2006 and has […]
The Ultimate Guide to the University of California Application Portal
Often referred to as one of the best public university systems in the US, The University of California (UC) has nine undergraduate campuses spread out over the state. Located at Berkeley, Los Angeles, San Diego, Davis, Irvine, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, Riverside, and Merced, these colleges offer world-class education and research opportunities to their students. […]
