Worldwide events in the last few years, primarily brought on by Covid-19, have had an effect on almost every aspect of life, and applying to college is no exception. While this process has become increasingly competitive as the number of applications has increased by over 150% in the last two decades, despite a relatively stable […]
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Student Profile Student Name: Leran Admitted to: Tulane University About Leran Leran was a senior at Vermont Academy when he received his early decision acceptance from Tulane University. Before transferring to the United States, he studied remotely during the pandemic. That period was especially challenging. He experienced feelings of isolation, struggled with weight gain, and
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As everyone pays more attention to international education, many parents have started planning their children’s education routes early. “When should my children go to America?” has become a concerning question for parents to consider. Today Ivy Talent Education will dive deeper into the topic, giving parents general guidance on when parents should allow their children
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5. Teamwork: Schools in China emphasize a 1 to many teaching model where the teacher lectures students who simply take notes and generally do not participate in the classroom. Students rarely have the opportunity to form groups and participate in any added learning activities or projects. This is primarily due to the test-centric teaching style and focus on numerical grades as achievement as opposed increasing understanding of the subject. In American classrooms, teachers often assign group projects such as posters, models, and the creation of short films. Hands-on projects allow for students to apply the knowledge they’ve learned in class. Schools often have students participate in field trips, surveys and operate with the most authentic records.
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Congratulations to all our Class of 2021 students on their college acceptances! This year has been a truly challenging one for students everywhere. Many colleges extended application deadlines, some added a new deadline, many (if not all) went test-optional, and decisions were often delayed this year. Now that we’ve wrapped up the final round of application decisions and students are
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Three creative ways to start your personal statement for college applications, with examples from students who’ve been admitted to top schools!
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For many families of international students, a lack of understanding about the American and/or Canadian private school application process can make them feel overwhelmed.
Personal statements and supplemental essays can make or break an application. For students looking to join the class of 2025, it is especially crucial to have a strong personal statement as standardized tests have been made optional.
The international outbreak of COVID-19 upended many college-bound students’ plans. Typically, juniors and seniors fill their summers with internships, trips abroad, and/or college preparatory courses.
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The college admissions process is already harrowing. With high schools switching over to pass/fail grading and standardized test dates being postponed or even cancelled, the pressure felt by rising juniors and seniors is quickly turning to panic as they face the unknown.
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