Archive for June, 2010
Undergrad Admission Exams for International Students
If you’re an international student planning on studying in the US, the following are some of the undergrad admission exams certain schools may require you to take: AP exams (Advanced Placement programs) AP exams allow you to earn credits that are recognized by many US universities and colleges. According to AP Meanderings: Students know that [...]
Worst Reasons for Applying to College
The submission of an application essay, or personal statement, is a ubiquitous requirement for admission to college or any program. Even though it isn’t always the sole determinant of a candidate’s success or failure in the application process, it is the most telling of the prospective student’s underlying motivations and principles. More often than not, [...]
Should You Take AP Courses During HS Senior Year
One mistake you can commit during your HS senior year is getting an acute case of senioritis, which means taking it easy during your last year. While you do deserve some break after years of studying, you still have to work on your college application. One way to make the most out of your time [...]
Self-assessment before Applying to School
While a college degree may not guarantee a successful life, it sure does increase your chances of fulfilling your personal goals. Hence, no matter which school you plan to apply to, it is important to map out your steps carefully before getting your foot into the admissions race. College applications are a rigorous process. So, [...]
Surviving the College Application Process
The college application process can be a daunting experience. The following are tips to make your life easier: Never overapply Applying to too many schools will make you lose your focus. Another good reason not to send too many college applications is that it will help you save money, according to MyUSearch.com: Suppose each application [...]
Glossary of Application for School Terms
Getting ready to apply to a new school? Here are some words you should know before you file that application: ACT – stands for American College Test; like the SAT, it is a standardized test designed to assess high school performance and college-readiness. The ACT consists of multiple-choice questions covering English, Math, Reading, Science reasoning, [...]
Practical Admission Essay Writing Tips
As more and more students graduate every year, the competition during college admissions just keeps on getting more cut-throat. So how do you make yourself stand out? Read on for tips that can get you going. Before the writing process Take your time in brainstorming for ideas and topic to discuss. It could be about [...]
The Decline of Americas Engineers
The constantly falling number of Americans enrolling in the various engineering courses is a major cause for concern. According to the American Society for Engineering Education, the statistics has been on a decline after 1988. In fact, enrollment at the bachelor’s level has plummeted from 331, 948 in 1999 to 31,828 in 2008. Although enrollment [...]
Acing the Harvard Application Through Your Essay
Are you one of the countless individuals who dream of going into Harvard? If so, you have to know by now that going to Harvard is a very competitive academic arena. You can visit MBS Admissions Secrets and get some pointers. Essay on substantial accomplishments This essay gets at your self-awareness and character. What you [...]
The Shrinking Population of Women in Science and Math
Throughout history, women have long been underrepresented in the science, technology, engineering, and math disciplines, or what is collectively known as the STEM field. Men significantly dominate the workplace in the science and engineering sectors with a 73% population to women’s 27%. While the popular belief is that these fields are simply not a match [...]