by Justin B. “You may not realize it, but you do it all the time. Begin with the end in mind, that is. You draw up a blueprint before you build a house. You read a recipe before you bake a cake. You create an outline before you write a paper (at least I hope you do). It’s part of life.” (The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean
by Diane N. Are you considering furthering your education but unsure about the differences between a bachelor’s and a master’s degree? Let’s break it down in this quick guide to help you make an informed decision about your academic journey. Level of Study and Depth A bachelor’s degree is typically the first level of higher education, providing a broad foundation in a chosen field. It introduces students to core concepts
by Ziba R. Transitioning from high school to college marks a significant shift in your academic journey. As you step onto the college campus, you enter a realm of newfound independence and responsibility. The choices you make and the habits you develop during this pivotal time can greatly impact your academic success and professional growth. Here are six essential tips for new students to help you navigate this exciting transition:
by Ziba R. Transitioning from high school to college marks a significant milestone in one’s academic journey. It’s a time of newfound independence, exploration, and personal growth that comes with a different set of experiences, responsibilities, and opportunities than high school. Let’s explore these variances in 9 ways college differs from high school: High School College 1. Academic Freedom Curriculum is structured, limited choice More flexibility in course selection and
by Justin B. From furniture to jewelry and even from cars to homes, we’ve become increasingly comfortable making major purchases online without seeing it in person, otherwise referred to as “sight unseen.” In fact, a recent Zillow poll revealed that 40% of millennials are comfortable purchasing a home without physically stepping foot inside of it first. In this post, we’ll explore why college campus visits buck this trend, as well
by Hanan R. While at Stanford during summer break, I got the sense that there were more high schoolers than adults roaming around campus. This was a real head-scratcher for me, but the process of assembling research for this article has been illuminating. The suite of summer programs that Stanford offers is huge. Because of the sheer number of opportunities and my own background as a medical trainee, I have
by Shiv G. In this blog post, I’ll discuss my personal journey and insights gained so far in my medical school career and hopefully assist other future doctors in understanding what the journey will entail. How the Journey Began My fascination with medicine started in a way that might sound familiar. Personal health challenges, volunteer work in clinics, and clinical research – these experiences ignited a deep desire within me
by Shiv G. I’m right in the thick of my second year at UCSF, and let me tell you, it’s a ride. I thought it might be helpful to share what this stage of medical school really looks like—a series of significant shifts that shape who we become as future physicians. So, here’s a peek into my world, hoping it gives you a real taste of what’s in store at
by Hanan R. I found out that I was accepted to Stanford for medical school while teaching a grammar lesson on colons and semicolons to my high school students. Because I’m a southerner with no contacts in the Bay Area, the 650 area code that appeared on my phone was a near-total giveaway that the dean of admissions was calling to share my acceptance, a tradition upheld at the school.
The AP scores were recently released last week in July! Why are the AP exams important for students? Because by following the 3 steps below, students can earn college credit and begin their college years with a stronger start than their classmates! 1. The student takes an AP class and then the AP Exam in the spring, and scores a 3 or higher. 2. The student sends the official AP
Congratulations to all students who have been accepted to college! In addition to enjoying a refreshing summer before college, what are some ways for students to prepare for the next year? 1. Learn how to complete basic responsibilities- Getting used to tasks like laundry and simple cooking will be invaluable for many students who will be living away from home in a dormitory. 2. Learn how to handle finances- Learn
There are many things people tell students about college admissions: that it is important for their future, that it takes a lot of good planning, that hundreds and thousands of other students are also applying for colleges at the same time. However, some students and families may have no idea how to begin discussing college admissions. In that case, it could help to read this recent article sharing advice that
The envelopes have arrived in the mail. Heart pounding, you open one and scan the first lines of the letter, only to feel a wave of disappointment as you realize…you’ve been waitlisted. What can you do, if you’ve been waitlisted for a college? The following articles from U.S. News and World Report, the Huffington Post, and Time offer valuable techniques for handling the waitlist. First, take a deep breath. You
As winter break has just begun, some students are excited for the chance to sleep in and catch up with friends. But the holidays also provide a great chance to review school subjects or work on a long-term school project. In order to ensure the most productive study session possible, see some of the tips below! 1. Check your study environment A quiet and clean place to study is
For seniors, the middle of November can be an especially stressful time. Throughout this period of college applications, you’ve prepared all the tests you needed, studied up on your lists of colleges, and have used many a midnight dreary to labor over drafts of your essays. “What if my application essays aren’t good enough?” some students may worry. Reviewing the links below can help put your concerns to rest and
Everyone knows that college applications can be a stressful time. Between regular schoolwork, activities, college applications, essays, financial aid, and deadlines, any family will start to feel the strain on both the student and their parents’ dispositions. To reduce tears over the college application process, how can parents better support their students in this time? Liz Willen has some good tips to share: 1. Do not yell or put down
The MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) is a multiple-choice exam which many U.S. medical colleges require from potential med students. People who are eligible to take the MCAT exam should be preparing to apply to a health professional school, including schools for fields like podiatric and veterinary medicine. Currently, sections of the MCAT cover the physical sciences, biological sciences, and verbal reasoning. However, in Spring 2015, several additions will be
According to LinkedIn, if you are a student with an interest in a career as a software developer, there are several colleges they would recommend from the thousands out there. Based on LinkedIn data, budding software developers may want to check out these 5 colleges: 1. Carnegie Mellon University 2. Caltech 3. Cornell University 4. MIT 5. Princeton University Those who specifically wish to work as a software developer
In the rankings of the British magazine Times Higher Education, Caltech took the top spot out of all research universities. For its rankings, Times Higher Education considers factors like research income and how much research a university’s faculty publishes. For the rest of Times Higher Education’s rankings, some California schools like Stanford and UC Berkeley placed in the top 10; among the top 100, schools like UC Davis and UC
Describe your experience of using the Common Application for college applications in under 250 words or less. Time-consuming? Yes. Stressful? Certainly. Limited in college choices? Perhaps not. Last week, an announcement was made that for admissions in 2015-16, colleges who do not have an essay or recommendation requirement can join the Common Application. Originally, the Common Application’s mission statement required colleges to use holistic review to select applicants, which usually
Recently, the U.S. News released their college rankings for 2015. Which colleges ranked close to the top? Below, you can see the first 10 schools ranked out of other national universities (a national university is defined as a school which offers undergraduate majors and master’s and doctoral programs). Ranking School Name 1 Princeton University 2 Harvard University 3 Yale University 4 Columbia University 4 Stanford University 4 University of Chicago
The Common Application for 2014-15 has been released for an entire month. For students who are working on the Common App, how can you be sure that you have filled in every required question? One area students may be especially concerned with are the application essays. On the Common App, there are 2 types of writing questions which students need to look out for. The first type of writing questions
A better question might be “How useful are college rankings anyways?” A new ranking list from Money magazine has been greeted by some with approval, others with dislike. The list ranks 665 colleges total based on 3 measures: educational quality, affordability, and career outcomes. The New York Times praised Money for additional factors that were included in its rankings. For instance, when judging affordability, instead of sorting colleges by tuition
Which colleges receive the most applications? According to the U.S. News, the college which has received the greatest number of applications is UCLA. The application numbers below are collected from the Fall 2012 admissions year and based on data received from 1,242 institutions. Listed below are the first 5 colleges on the list which received the greatest number of applications from first-time, first-year degree-seeking students. For the rest of the
Applying for a M.B.A. program at Cornell University? Having LinkedIn may help you complete the application faster. According to Inside Higher Ed (“LinkedIn to MBA Admissions”), Cornell University may be one of the first schools to use LinkedIn with their applications in this way. For students applying to the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University, a LinkedIn profile can help them pre-fill parts of their applications.
The following table is the admission statistics of University of California, Berkeley class of 2018: GPA SAT ACT UW W M CR W Average 3.76 4.18 687 649 666 30 Low 2.00 2.18 300 247 310 16 High 4.00 5.00 800 800 800 36 UW=Unweighted GPA W=Weighted GPA M=Math CR=Critical Reading W=Writing If you are seeking further counseling service, please contact IvyBoost Education.
