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We regularly publish articles, guides, and practical insights on the key aspects of U.S. university admissions.
These resources are designed to help you understand the admissions process, see the bigger picture, and make informed first decisions on your own.
[ Resources ]
We regularly publish articles, guides, and practical insights on the key aspects of U.S. university admissions.
These resources are designed to help you understand the admissions process, see the bigger picture,
and make informed first decisions on your own.
[ Resources ]
We regularly publish articles, guides, and practical insights on the key aspects of U.S. university admissions.
These resources are designed to help you understand the admissions process, see the bigger picture, and make informed first decisions on your own.
Available Resources
Available Resources
STRATEGY
STRATEGY
The Path to an American University
A step-by-step roadmap from Grade 9 through admission.
The Path to an American University
A step-by-step roadmap from Grade 9 through admission.
Common Application: Inside the Application
How each section contributes to a cohesive application.
Common Application: Inside the Application
How each section contributes to a cohesive application.
Common App Essays 2026–2027
An analysis of the prompts and how to choose the right topic.
Common App Essays 2026–2027
An analysis of the prompts and how to choose the right topic.
TESTING
TESTING
SAT: Strategy and Score Benchmarks
Target score ranges for different tiers of universities.
SAT: Strategy and Score Benchmarks
Target score ranges for different tiers of universities.
AP Courses for International Students
Where to study, how to prepare, and where to sit the exams.
AP Courses for International Students
Where to study, how to prepare, and where to sit the exams.
TOEFL: Structure and Recent Changes
What has changed and how it affects preparation.
TOEFL: Structure and Recent Changes
What has changed and how it affects preparation.
IELTS vs TOEFL
How to choose the exam that best fits your goals.
IELTS vs TOEFL
How to choose the exam that best fits your goals.
Duolingo English Test: An Alternative Path
A growing option for international applicants.
Duolingo English Test: An Alternative Path
A growing option for international applicants.
STUDENT PROFILE
STUDENT PROFILE
Extracurricular Activities
How to build a strong extracurricular profile.
Extracurricular Activities
How to build a strong extracurricular profile.
Global Citizen Literature List
A recommended reading canon for IB and A-Level students, curated by Maria Koen.
Global Citizen Literature List
A recommended reading canon for IB and A-Level students, curated by Maria Koen.
PRACTICAL GUIDANCE
PRACTICAL GUIDANCE
Studying in the U.S.
Visas (F-1, M-1), costs, housing, on-campus employment, OPT, CPT, and more.
Studying in the U.S.
Visas (F-1, M-1), costs, housing, on-campus employment, OPT, CPT, and more.