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 […]
How to Write a UCAS Undergraduate UK Personal Statement – Part 2
The personal statement is one of the most crucial parts of your undergraduate application to UK colleges. This 4,000-character document enables the admissions team to gain a deeper understanding of who you are as a person while giving them an insight into your academic prowess, skills and experiences. Tips for writing a personal statement While […]
How to Write a UCAS Undergraduate UK Personal Statement – Part 1
Students who are applying for an undergraduate degree in the UK do so through a centralised portal called Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). In addition to academic transcripts for grade 11, predicted grades, university choices and a letter of recommendation (LOR), students are also required to submit a personal statement. What is a personal […]
How to Deal With the COVID-19 Essay Question on the Common Application
The current pandemic has affected the lives of students all over the world. As a prospective applicant, you may have had to deal with some unprecedented circumstances, which could significantly impact your college application. But where do you provide the details about these experiences? How can you let the admissions officers know that your college […]
COVID-19 Effects: Extended UG Application Deadlines
With the COVID-19 pandemic still causing a lot of disruptions, aspiring applicants are worried about getting all their application components ready by the deadline. While many colleges are updating their standardised testing requirements, some colleges have also announced deadline extensions for the 2020-2021 cohort. Below is a representative list of some important dates to keep […]
How to Prepare for Traditional Medical Interviews in the UK
As a prospective medical or dentistry student in the UK, you will be asked to participate in an interview as part of the application process. But what does it consist of and how to prepare for medical interviews in the UK? Do you need to know complex terminology already? Is there a book that you […]
Answers to Your Career-Related Questions About Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts
Have you ever wondered what it takes to run a hotel or a resort? Or are you constantly wandering around farmers’ markets finding the best produce to whip up some MasterChef worthy dishes? If the answer is yes, then you should consider a degree in hospitality management or culinary arts. But what exactly does it […]
6 Distinctive Aspects of Oxbridge
Even though the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge were established over 800 years ago, their allure has never faded. Commonly known as Oxbridge, some of the most famous poets, writers, philosophers, scientists, politicians, actors and Noble Prize winners have walked the corridors and halls. The universities have also been the backdrop to many famous movies […]
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 […]
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 […]
