4 Common Myths About Careers After College

4 Common Myths About Careers After College | The Red Pen

A common belief in the education industry and one that’s often repeated during conversations about higher education is that current high school students will apply for jobs that don’t even exist yet. This indicates the blistering pace at which the career landscape can be transformed by technology. In such a state of constant change, it […]

5 Reasons Why the Oxbridge Tutorial System Gives You Life Skills

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Tutorials have been at the forefront of some of the world’s best universities for hundreds of years. In the UK, The University of Oxford and The University of Cambridge centre their entire learning system around this method. The Oxbridge tutorial system, as it is commonly called, is recognised as one of the most intensive and […]

Is a 3+2 Engineering Programme Right For You?

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Typically, students interested in engineering gravitate towards larger universities that focus on different disciplines within the field of engineering or have a dedicated engineering school. While many find this route appealing, some students prefer to explore their interests in a liberal arts curriculum first. Why a 3+2 Programme May Actually Be the Best-Fit for You? […]

Your Ultimate Guide to the Columbia Business School (CBS) MBA Essays

How to Tackle the Columbia Business School MBA Essays

When it comes to putting your MBA application together, the essay is one of the most crucial elements. It serves as a way to tie together all your experiences, show the admissions committee who you are beyond your test scores and demonstrate how you are a good fit for their programme.  Columbia Business School (CBS) […]

Where Should I Apply For My Master’s Abroad?

Where Should I Apply For My Master's Abroad? | The Red Pen

Are you looking to pursue a master’s programme abroad but are confused about the universities to which you should apply? Technical degrees like those earned while studying medicine, architecture, law and engineering are four-year courses, so these applicants meet most university requirements by default. However, as most Indian liberal arts, social science and business applicants […]

The New Digital SAT – What Has Changed, What Hasn’t and How to Prepare

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In January 2022, the College Board, the governing body of the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) announced that the SAT will be conducted digitally in the next couple of years. International students (non-US based) will be able to take the test starting from March 2023, while US students will have to wait till spring 2024. In […]

5 Ways to Prepare for Your Meeting With Boarding School Admissions Officers

5 Ways to Prepare for Your Meeting With Boarding School AOs | The Red Pen

Deciding to attend a boarding school is a huge step for your family; one that requires a lot of research. A huge part of this research is connecting with boarding school admissions officers (AOs). These representatives can answer all your questions about the application process, life at boarding school, subject selection and more. Even if […]

The New Rules for Indian Medical Students Studying Abroad

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Recently, the National Medical Commission (NMC) announced the new rules for medical students who want to pursue their medical studies abroad and then return to India to practice medicine. These new rules do not affect those that are currently pursuing studying medicine abroad. Here is a summary of the new medical rules for Indian students: […]

2021-2022 Essays Prompts for MBA Programmes in Europe

2021-2022 Essays Prompts for MBA Programmes in Europe | The Red Pen

When it comes to putting together your MBA application for business schools in Europe, one of the most crucial elements is the essay. The MBA essay serves as a way to tie together all your experiences, show the admissions committee who you are beyond your test scores and demonstrate how you are a good fit […]

Why are English Language Proficiency Tests Important?

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When applying to colleges abroad, international students might be required to submit an English Language Proficiency Test as a part of their application. This demonstrates to the colleges that the applicant’s English is at an adequate level to cope with college-level lectures and classes. These tests may be required even if English is your first […]