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How Dolores Achieved Her Dream of Studying at Westover School

Student Profile Student Name: Dolores Admitted to: Westover School About Dolores Dolores attended Shanghai Jianping Middle School. Her grades were above average, and she was more introverted compared to her peers. She had her own way of thinking and forming opinions, but sometimes struggled to express herself in group settings. Her father, who has always […]

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How Hard Is It to Get Into U.S. Medical Schools? A Complete Guide

A common question we hear from parents is: ‘My child has excellent grades and a strong interest in biology, chemistry, and medicine. Can they apply to medical schools in the United States?’
For many students and families, U.S. medical schools represent an ambitious and highly competitive goal. The application process is complex and demanding, making it one of the most challenging academic paths.
This article outlines each step of the medical school journey, from early planning and application requirements to student experiences and career opportunities. Our goal is to help you assess whether this path is the right fit for your child.

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A Comprehensive Look at Top Private Day High Schools in the Boston Area (Part 2)

Finding the right day school can be a challenge. To make it easier, we’ve created a series of guides on top private day schools in the Boston area. In Part 1, we highlighted several well-regarded schools. In this next part, we continue the series by introducing additional schools and showcasing what makes each one unique.

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Application Season 2020 – 2021 – Avoiding Common Mistakes in your Personal Statement and Supplements

A Comprehensive Guide to Top Private Day High Schools in the Boston Area (Part 1)

As competition for U.S. boarding school admissions increases, many families are exploring high-quality American day schools as an alternative. Day schools offer a rigorous education similar to boarding schools while allowing students to stay connected to their local communities and enjoy a more balanced learning environment. The U.S. is home to many private day schools

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Ivy Talent Success Story: Harry’s Admission to the University of Washington

Student Profile Student Name: Harry Admitted to: University of Washington, Seattle  About Harry Harry grew up in Beijing, where he attended public school through middle school. When his family began considering education abroad, they thought carefully about when he should make the transition. They felt that starting in ninth grade would be too challenging, since

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From Dongguan to Boston: Ray’s Journey to Northeastern University

Student Profile Student Name: Ray Admitted to: Northeastern University About Ray Ray didn’t see himself as a standout student in the traditional sense. Originally from Dongguan, China, he transferred from Tsinglan School to The Webb School in Tennessee in 10th grade. While his academic path wasn’t conventional, Ray had a wide range of interests and

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How a Shanghai Family Successfully Navigated U.S. Boarding School Admissions

Student Profile Student Name: Brady Admitted to: Fessenden School In this year’s highly competitive U.S. junior boarding school admissions cycle, Brady, a student from Shanghai, earned admission to the prestigious Fessenden School in Massachusetts. Brady’s family is well-educated and globally minded, with a strong understanding of the U.S. education system, yet they chose to partner

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What Helped Grace Get Into Peddie School: Music, Growth, and Support

Student Profile Student Name: Grace Admitted to: Peddie School About Grace Grace started her education at a public elementary school in China. From early on, her family hoped she would one day study in the United States. They supported her passions in horseback riding, piano, and clarinet, and encouraged her to continue building her strengths. At first,

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Overcoming Setbacks: Eugene’s Journey to Cranbrook School

Student Profile Student Name: Eugene Admitted to: Cranbrook School About Eugene Eugene is currently a ninth-grade student at Shanghai Bilingual School. His family began considering international education early on and initially hoped he would attend middle school in the United States. They started preparing for the language requirements in seventh grade, but the pandemic disrupted

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