What’s Changing in Global Undergraduate Applications: Trends from the 2025-26 Cycle Onwards
Every year, subtle shifts occur within global education application processes for various reasons. Some of these changes are designed to broaden student access or respond to the growing use of AI in applications, while others aim to give applicants a fairer chance to present themselves in the best possible way. As the landscape evolves, a […]
Profitable Careers That Will Make You Want to Major in Maths
When we think of maths majors, our minds often conjure images of individuals engrossed in complex equations, deciphering intricate theorems, or teaching the next generation. According to Data USA, in 2021, math majors grew by 3.87 per cent, with at least 754,713 people in the workforce. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed an average […]
Undergraduate Application Outcomes: What They Are and How to Respond?
After the frenzy of putting together and sending applications to institutions on your university list, waiting for their responses can feel like an eternity. However, not every college admission story ends with acceptance or rejection. You may also face grey areas like waitlisting and deferrals. But what do these responses mean, and what should you […]
Singapore Undergraduate Studies: Everything You Need to Know
Singapore provides an exceptional environment for undergraduate students seeking unparalleled opportunities to acquire knowledge and cultivate critical thinking skills. It is home to around 55,000 international students, of which 43 percent are pursuing undergraduate courses. Some of its most sought-after degrees include cybersecurity, media and animation, hospitality and tourism, business analytics and digital economy, logistics […]
Study Abroad at an Undergraduate University: A 3-Part Guide
As leading undergraduate consultants who work with hundreds of applicants that eventually study abroad, we know that transitioning from high school to an international university is both daunting and exciting. Not only must you get used to your new-found independence and live without family, but you must also acclimatise to a culturally different environment and […]
Letters of Recommendation: Don’t Leave Them for the Last
Part 3 of a 4-part series For students who are applying to the US for their undergraduate studies, Letters of Recommendation (LORs) form an important part of the application process. Typically, colleges ask for three LORs, so make sure you spend ample time thinking about who should write your letters and what you want them […]
COVID-19 Effects: What Will Change for 2020-2021 UG Admissions?
The coronavirus pandemic has severely disrupted students’ schedules and plans, especially those looking to apply in the upcoming undergraduate admissions cycle. Students are left wondering how it will pan out, what alternatives exist to learn about colleges and the status of standardised tests. Here is some clarity on how the application process has changed: 1) […]
COVID-19 Effect: FAQs for Current Students
Applicants who have secured admits and are scheduled to start classes this fall are wondering how the current COVID-19 pandemic affects their education. Read on for some frequently asked questions: I have an admit, but what do I do if the campus doesn’t allow on-campus classes this fall? If your university decides not to allow […]
COVID-19 Effects: Bittersweet Application Results
March is application results month. It is normally a time for celebration and excitement around future studies abroad. This year, in 2020, with the global COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, application results are causing anxiety about the future among some families. Will I be able to go abroad to study? Should I go abroad to study? How […]
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 […]
