7 Tips for a Successful Oxbridge Interview

Wooden puzzle blocks showing uniqueness and preparation for Oxbridge interviews – The Red Pen

As December draws closer, your anxiety levels are probably skyrocketing in anticipation of your interview with Oxbridge university tutors. One thing you can do to calm your nerves is to be prepared.  Here are a few tips to help you prepare for an interview with Oxbridge university tutors: 1) Don’t believe the myths: Numerous myths […]

How to Draft a Successful Common App Activities Section

How to Draft a Successful Common App Activities Section | The Red Pen

Part 2 of a 4-part series If you’re planning to study in the US for an undergraduate degree, you will likely be filling out the Common Application form. A vital component of this form is the activities section. While the essays you will be writing may be daunting, filling out this particular section might also […]

SAT vs ACT: Which Is Right for You?

Student marking answers on a standardized test form to compare SAT and ACT options by The Red Pen

“Should I take the SAT or the ACT?” Despite many colleges adopting test-optional policies post the pandemic, we still hear this question regularly. The honest truth: It does not matter. Neither test is easier and colleges view both equally. So how are you to choose? Read on to know some similarities and differences and how […]