When it comes to data based on real students and real outcomes, test-optional policies can actually undermine some diversity initiatives. For example, according to Stuart Schmill, MIT’s Dean of Admissions, “Once we brought the test requirement back, we admitted the most diverse class that we ever had in our history.”
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The UK is home to many outstanding universities, and studying in the UK is a great option for international students. From the heart of London, to coastal towns and more remote villages, there’s something for everyone. But there are some clear differences between the UK and US, starting with how you choose and apply to a university.
Jamie R, our UK expert, shares the 4 main differences between the US and the UK to consider before you apply.
Did you know Canada is the 3rd leading destination for international students? Though Canada is often an afterthought for students applying to study in North America, it shouldn’t be! The Great White North has a lot to offer ambitious international students. Here’s everything you need to know:
Is it bad to take the SAT or ACT lots of times? What is Score Choice and which colleges use it? When and where do I need to submit official test scores? If I submit a superscore, will colleges see my lower subscores and evaluate those too? We’re answering all those questions and more so you can submit your scores (or not submit them) with confidence!
“You don’t know what you don’t know.” Success, however we define it, is the culmination of lots of small decisions, most of which, by the time our children reach Junior year of high school, have already been made. More and more, I see parents, especially those with older children who have already been through the college process, recognize that investing the time to make wise choices earlier (like in 8th or 9th grade), can lay a strong foundation for later.
When it comes to data based on real students and real outcomes, test-optional policies can actually undermine some diversity initiatives. For example, according to Stuart Schmill, MIT’s Dean of Admissions, “Once we brought the test requirement back, we admitted the most diverse class that we ever had in our history.”
The UK is home to many outstanding universities, and studying in the UK is a great option for international students. From the heart of London, to coastal towns and more remote villages, there’s something for everyone. But there are some clear differences between the UK and US, starting with how you choose and apply to a university.
Jamie R, our UK expert, shares the 4 main differences between the US and the UK to consider before you apply.
While most college essay questions are relatively straightforward, some are downright bizarre. Take, for instance, Dartmouth’s question which states simply: “Celebrate your nerdy side.” So how do you answer these weird questions? Former Admissions Officer Olivia breaks it down.
At the end of June, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that “colleges and universities can no longer take race into consideration as a specific basis in admissions.”
The full implications of this decision, including how it will affect students applying in the upcoming 2023-24 admissions cycle and in future cycles, are still unclear. For now, here is what we know (and what we don’t know).
