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STEM Designated Programs at the top 20 MBA Programs
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) MBA programs are increasing in popularity - and with good reason. International...
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The World Awaits Strategy: How to Beat the Competition and Attend One of the Best Universities in US
(FREE WORKSHOP) This workshop is for high school students, parents, and undergraduate transfers. If you are planning to apply to graduate...
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Dry goods: As an undergraduate, how can I gain research experience that is conducive to postgraduate
Research experience is considered one of the most important factors for gaining admission into graduate school or securing desirable...
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University Admissions Secrets: How Applications are Reviewed by Top-Tier Institutions
Students who apply to the Ivy League and top-tier institutions are the best of the best. While the initial grade cut-off is low, most...
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Congratulations to the Applicants of 2020
Congratulations to the applicants of 2020! As we close off on another successful application season, I’d like to take a moment to...
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Post-graduation Plans Falling Through Thanks to Covid-19? Consider Graduate School.
Prospective college graduates are facing uncertain times as they search for employment in the time of Covid-19. If you are one of these...
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Should you answer the new Common App Question on Covid-19?
Undoubtedly, Covid-19 has had an impact on students and families around the world - both in positive and negative ways. I have been...
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Will U.S. Admissions Be More Challenging for the Class of 2025?
Because of the uncertainty surrounding university and college classes for the Class of 2024 - Will classes be held online or in person?...
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How to Demonstrate Interest Without Leaving Your Home Country
Demonstrated interest. If you have been researching college admissions, chances are you’ve come across this term. Most schools add at...
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Transfer strategy: How to transfer to the University of Texas at Austin
Happy transfer season! To support my followers, I’m releasing articles on how to get admitted into some of the most popular schools. I’m...
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How to Transfer to UCLA
Happy transfer season! To support my followers, I’m releasing articles on how to get admitted into some of the most popular schools. I’m...
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How to Write A Basic Transfer Essay
There are different ways to tackle the transfer application essay, but I happen to have a favorite method. In fact, it’s the one I walk...
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Transfer strategy: How to transfer to the University of California, Berkeley
Happy transfer season! To support my followers, I’m releasing articles on how to get admitted into some of the most popular schools. I’m...
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Early Planning Pays Off
I am regularly contacted by high school students and their parents seeking advice on early planning for college admissions. Because...
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Graduate Application Timeline
When it comes to preparing for graduate school, many students feel stressed. They wonder: “Should I take the GRE or the GMAT?”; “When do...
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How to Start Your Transfer Essay: 5 Questions You Must Answer
Students and families often come to me stumped on how to begin their transfer personal statements. Schools want to see that applicants...
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North American undergraduate application time process planning guide (updated version)
For those of you considering applying to schools in the United States, I’ve put together an admissions timeline for you. This is the...
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How to Write The "Why University X" Essay: My 4 Top Tips
Almost all colleges and universities ask applicants to submit more than a personal statement. In fact, with the University of California...
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Use This Guided Brainstorm to Kickoff Your Graduate School SOP
Often, beginning a statement of purpose (SOP) is the most challenging step. Follow these steps before you start writing to help you...
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How to Transfer to NYU
Hello transfer applicants! As I’ve mentioned in recent articles and videos, I’m spending the next couple weeks discussing how to get...
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