Attending a university outside of the United States may feel foreign. Did you catch that pun there? Well fears step aside and be ready to hear about something different and excited and way more accessible than you think. Families may feel limited in college options, when the truth is there are a TON of collegeContinue reading “A Guide to Studying in Australia…yep…Australia”
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London International Conference: Exploring King’s College, University College London, London School of Economics, Imperial College & SOAS
This past week I participated in the London International Counselor’s Conference. Five institutions boasting heavy-hitting renowned programs all within the bustling metropolis of London made up the tour. The enchantment of London is something my Los Angeles students can relate to, or anyone for that matter who has grown up in a big city, orContinue reading “London International Conference: Exploring King’s College, University College London, London School of Economics, Imperial College & SOAS”
The University of Oxford – Dive into the Admissions & Application Process
FYI: If you haven’t read The University of Oxford General Information post, I recommend beginning there and getting a broader base of Oxford as a whole. The admission process for the University of Oxford is put in place for the upmost academic and personal fit when deciding which individuals to admit within its selective institution.Continue reading “The University of Oxford – Dive into the Admissions & Application Process”
The University of Oxford
What I found at the University of Oxford’s International Guidance Counselor’s Conference went beyond the admissions insights, campus tours and student panels. I found a true love of learning at the University of Oxford. A deep dive into academics. A passion for asking big questions. A community of scholars not solely there because it isContinue reading “The University of Oxford”
Essential Resources and Tips + General Good-to-Know Information for Studying in the U.K.
Imagine yourself scanning your passport and grabbing some snacks in the terminal before you settle in for your flight. You sit back, watch a few movies take a nap and land in England, or Scotland, or Ireland! You walk off the plane and see some students gathering on the bus that takes you towards campus.Continue reading “Essential Resources and Tips + General Good-to-Know Information for Studying in the U.K.”
Keele University, The University of Birmingham + Resources for Studying Internationally
The last two universities on the Explore England college tour included two vastly different universities each with their own strengths. Keele University, tucked in the countryside reminded me of a small, liberal arts university. The campus itself is more medium size, but the student body population is pretty small surrounded by a ton of greenContinue reading “Keele University, The University of Birmingham + Resources for Studying Internationally”
Northumbria University & Why You Should Consider Studying in the U.K.
Ever think of studying in the U.K.? Take a look below and then check out recaps of the universities I’m visiting on an Explore England college tour visiting five universities throughout Northern England starting with Northumbria University. Studying internationally may seem like a “foreign” idea (pun intended), but the truth is a lot of commonContinue reading “Northumbria University & Why You Should Consider Studying in the U.K.”
Lancaster University & University of Manchester
The Explore England college tour continued with Lancaster University and the University of Manchester. Two complete opposite universities. What I love about touring is really getting a sense of the best fit university for a particular student. Touring is amazing. It’s a way to get to view not just the university, but the surrounding communityContinue reading “Lancaster University & University of Manchester”
Applying to the U.K. through UCAS
The Universities and colleges Admissions Services (UCAS) is a widely utilized application system for universities in the U.K. It’s much more than an application system. It’s helpful search guide in exploring various colleges. International students can search by course (major) and find additional resources here: UCAS Tips for International Applicants I believe the UCAS website isContinue reading “Applying to the U.K. through UCAS”
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