Everything You Need to Know About Boarding Schools in India

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The tradition of sending children to boarding schools in India has existed for centuries. In ancient times, gurukuls provided children with academic, physical and military training at the guru’s ashram. Today, there are many modern boarding schools scattered across the county that focus on providing holistic education to students. Here is everything you need to […]

How to Write Your Letter of Continued Interest

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If you have been deferred from your US early application round to the Regular Decision round, or have been placed on a waitlist for either your undergraduate or postgraduate applications, you might be wondering what you can do next. Since this is not an outright rejection, there are a few things you can do to […]

How To Put Together Your Master’s Application?

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In a highly competitive global marketplace, a master’s degree sets you apart from other job candidates. But irrespective of the programme, the application process to graduate schools has several components and can seem lengthy and daunting. But if you begin working on it in advance in a systematic way, there’s no need to worry.  Keep […]

Studying Medicine in Global Destinations: Upcoming Medical Education Destinations

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3rd in a 4-part series about global medical education In the past few years, countries such as Singapore, Australia and China have become a popular study abroad destinations for international students. Besides business and engineering, students are now looking at these countries for medicine as well. Read on to learn more about medical education in […]

7 Factors to Consider When Shortlisting Business Schools

7 Factors to Consider When Shortlisting Business Schools | The Red Pen

Most MBA applicants have an idea about which MBA programmes to target. However, with Round 2 deadlines a few months away, it’s time to start narrowing down your business school list. Rankings, while helpful, should be used only as a reference. Here are some important factors to look into when deciding on your list of […]

How to Choose the Best-Fit Boarding School for Your Child

How to Choose the Best-Fit Boarding School for Your Child | The Red Pen

Since most boarding schools have high academic standards and offer a variety of co-curricular activities, it is not always easy to know how to select the right boarding school for your child. One method is to consider the school’s unique speciality and how that relates to your child’s strengths. For instance, if the school boasts […]

What Does the Ideal Postgraduate Application Timeline Look Like?

What Does the Ideal Postgraduate Application Timeline Look Like? | The Red Pen

For those of you who are planning to pursue a master’s education next year, you need to start working on your applications now! Most postgraduate programmes are extremely competitive, so you need to spend enough time systematically planning your postgraduate application. When should I start my postgraduate application? The ideal time to start your master’s […]

Studying Medicine in Global Destinations: Medical Education across Europe

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2nd in a 4-part series about global medical education In this article, we cover undergraduate medical education in some European countries apart from the UK. Each country has its own system, which is often regulated by its government, making the medical education landscape complicated to navigate. Read on to learn more about medical education in some […]

Why Should I Consider a Swiss Boarding School?

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Known for its global outlook and quality of education, Switzerland has always been a popular destination for parents who are considering a boarding school for their child. Many private boarding schools here are multilingual and focus on holistic education. Here is an overview of Swiss boarding schools: 1) Academics: Many boarding schools in Switzerland are […]

Studying Medicine in Global Destinations: Medical Education in the US and Canada

Studying Medicine in Global Destinations: Medical Education in the US and Canada | The Red Pen

1st in a 4-part series about global medical education Recently, more Indian students have been interested in pursuing their medical education abroad. While some countries allow students to study medicine at the undergraduate level, you can only study medicine once you complete a four-year bachelor’s degree in the US and Canada. This might seem like […]