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 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 […]
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 […]
Studying Medicine in Global Destinations: Medical Education in the UK
4th in a 4-part series about global medical education The UK has recently become a popular destination for students looking to study medicine abroad, allowing you to directly apply for medicine at the undergraduate level; right after grade 12. Completing your medical education in the UK usually requires seven or eight years of studies and […]
10 Tips to Ace College Interviews
You might be getting ready for your interview with admissions officers, other university representatives or alumni in preparations for your studies abroad. While the purpose of the interview is to help a university better understand where you may fit into the campus environment, it is also a wonderful opportunity for you to ask questions, convey […]
Advice from Undergraduate Admissions Officers
The Red Pen just completed a series of webinars with top global universities. Admissions officers (AOs) shared information about their programmes and campus offerings and even answered attendees’ questions. We asked each of them to offer a piece of advice to international students. Here is some advice from admissions officers for international students: “Universities want […]
5 Steps to Creating a Great College List for US Undergraduate Admissions
A crucial step in your journey to college in the US is creating an effective list of colleges to which you want to apply. Considering there are 2,000 universities in the US offering undergraduate courses, how do you narrow down your choice? Here are five things to keep in mind as you craft your US […]
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 […]
