Pre-College Planning Guide

Charterhouse Online: Complete your A Levels in One Year!

More haste, less speed—this proverb implies that when we are in a hurry to do something, we may make mistakes and therefore take longer to get the job done correctly. So why, as the founding Principal of Charterhouse Online, would I develop a programme that enables you to complete three A Levels in just one …

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Charterhouse Online: Is it Right for You? | The Red Pen

Charterhouse Online: Is it Right for You?

Charterhouse Online lets you study three specific A Level subjects in one year. While most of the learning is online, it offers you a one-week residency (in October and April), where you will stay and study on the school’s historic campus in Surrey, UK. During your residency, you will interact with your teachers (beaks) and …

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An Amazon Recruiter Gives Valuable Advice On Landing Your Dream Job | The Red Pen

An Amazon Recruiter Gives Valuable Advice On Landing Your Dream Job

Most conversations around the dining table, especially in homes with high school students, revolve around college admissions and career prospects. Families want to give their children the best education possible and often this means sending their children to universities abroad. But studying abroad has never been more expensive. In the US, fees vary between INR …

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3 Reasons You Should Start Saving Early For Your Child’s Education Abroad | The Red Pen

3 Reasons You Should Start Saving Early For Your Child’s Education Abroad

Sending your child to study abroad can be expensive. As a parent, you want to give your child a world-class education, which requires thoughtful financial planning as early as possible.  Here are 3 reasons why you need to start saving now for your child’s education abroad: 1) The cost of education is rising faster than …

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Should I Go Abroad for My Undergraduate Studies? | The Red Pen

Should I Go Abroad for My Undergraduate Studies?

Recently, we came across a post where an ‘expert’ responded to the question “Should I apply for colleges in India or abroad?” with a simplistic response of “…apply to both so all your options remain open”. The problem is that the education systems in India and globally are unique, so college admissions requirements vary and …

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Benefits of Credit Courses and Research Papers for High School Students | The Red Pen

Benefits of Credit Courses and Research Papers for High School Students

At 99 degrees, water is hot. At 100 degrees, it changes to steam, which can power an engine. That one extra degree makes all the difference between something that’s simply hot and something that can move mountains. That extra step, that differentiating factor is key at every step, whether in school, college or even in …

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7 Things You Should Think About Before Considering a Career in Medicine | The Red Pen

7 Things You Should Think About Before Considering a Career In Medicine

As a high school student, you might be wondering, “Why do I need to start thinking about medical school now?” The answer is important because there is a lot to sort through before you even get started. While the US requires you to complete a bachelor’s degree before you can apply for an MD programme, …

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Why Are Summer Camps Important?

Why Are Summer Camps Important?

If you are lucky enough to have childhood memories of taking part in outdoor adventures, it is very likely that you have experienced the rush that comes with taking a risk, pushing yourself and discovering your capabilities. There is a transformational thrill that lies at the heart of every great adventure; one that comes from …

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What Type of Research Should I Do? | The Red Pen

What Type of Research Should I Do?

One of the most common questions I receive as a part of the Lumiere Research Scholar Program is, “I am interested in XXX subject (for example, economics, international relations, literature). Can I do research in it?”  The question comes from decades of messaging around research as a primarily lab-based practice. Research frequently conjures images of …

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5 Ways Research Helps Your Profile Stand-Out in the College Application Process | The Red Pen

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 …

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