2021-2022 Essays Prompts for MBA Programmes in Europe
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Why You Need to Start Your US College Essays Earlier Than You Think
Part 4 of a 4-part series If you have already created a Common Application account, then you are aware of the various sections that you will need to fill out. One vital component is the writing section. This includes the essay and will take up a lot of your time. The essay is your chance […]
What Not to Do When Writing Your UCAS Personal Statement
4,000 characters and 47 lines. That’s it. That’s how much space the UCAS personal statement gives you to impress admissions tutors. This is where you tell them about your academic passions and why and describe your ambitions, skills and experiences, while connecting them to the course for which you are applying. You need to evidence […]
Should I Use American English or British English When Applying to University?
The English language curriculum set by the Indian boards has evolved over time, differing from the curriculum in international schooling systems such as the US or the UK–upon which the Indian curriculum was originally modelled. Differences in American English, British English and Indian English cover spelling, usage of active/passive voice and specific expressions and idioms. […]
The Statement of Purpose (SOP) – Your Voice in a Master’s Application
If you are applying for a master’s degree at a university abroad, you will be busy preparing your application package over the next couple of months. Organising letters of recommendation, preparing an up-to-date resume, sitting for your GRE/GMAT and writing your Statement of Purpose (SOP) are all equally important components of your application. Your resume […]
