10 Tips to Ace College Interviews
You might be getting ready for your interview with admissions officers, other university representatives or alumni in preparations for your studies abroad. While the purpose of the interview is to help a university better understand where you may fit into the campus environment, it is also a wonderful opportunity for you to ask questions, convey […]
Advice from Undergraduate Admissions Officers
The Red Pen just completed a series of webinars with top global universities. Admissions officers (AOs) shared information about their programmes and campus offerings and even answered attendees’ questions. We asked each of them to offer a piece of advice to international students. Here is some advice from admissions officers for international students: “Universities want […]
5 Steps to Creating a Great College List for US Undergraduate Admissions
A crucial step in your journey to college in the US is creating an effective list of colleges to which you want to apply. Considering there are 2,000 universities in the US offering undergraduate courses, how do you narrow down your choice? Here are five things to keep in mind as you craft your US […]
Going Dutch: Study in The Netherlands This Fall
In the past few years, we have seen a growing interest from students who are looking beyond the traditional US and UK universities to pursue their undergraduate degrees. With competitive, reputed programmes combined with picturesque cities, the Netherlands is gaining popularity. In 2017-2018, the international student population in the Netherlands was approximately 122,000 from over […]
Everything You Need to Know About Boarding Schools in India
The tradition of sending children to boarding schools in India has existed for centuries. In ancient times, gurukuls provided children with academic, physical and military training at the guru’s ashram. Today, there are many modern boarding schools scattered across the county that focus on providing holistic education to students. Here is everything you need to […]
How to Write Your Letter of Continued Interest
If you have been deferred from your US early application round to the Regular Decision round, or have been placed on a waitlist for either your undergraduate or postgraduate applications, you might be wondering what you can do next. Since this is not an outright rejection, there are a few things you can do to […]
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 […]
Studying Medicine in Global Destinations: Upcoming Medical Education Destinations
3rd in a 4-part series about global medical education In the past few years, countries such as Singapore, Australia and China have become a popular study abroad destinations for international students. Besides business and engineering, students are now looking at these countries for medicine as well. Read on to learn more about medical education in […]
7 Factors to Consider When Shortlisting Business Schools
Most MBA applicants have an idea about which MBA programmes to target. However, with Round 2 deadlines a few months away, it’s time to start narrowing down your business school list. Rankings, while helpful, should be used only as a reference. Here are some important factors to look into when deciding on your list of […]
How to Choose the Best-Fit Boarding School for Your Child
Since most boarding schools have high academic standards and offer a variety of co-curricular activities, it is not always easy to know how to select the right boarding school for your child. One method is to consider the school’s unique speciality and how that relates to your child’s strengths. For instance, if the school boasts […]