Week of Jan 16 2023
CLASS 2026 - 2025 - 2024
Starting Feb 1st and continuing each week until May, I will present on University Admissions. Each week I will go in depth on different countries or on different topics. The presentation will occur each Wednesday at 5:30 pm and will be in the cafeteria. Please use this link to view the complete schedule and determine when you will join me.
Resource of the Week
Research Universities Database
This database is full of up-to-date websites that can help you start your research into universities from over 15 countries. Most of them are search engines where you put in a major or course you want to study as well as other things you are looking for in a university and it will provide you with a starting list of universities you can then begin to research deeper.
I use this all the time when researching universties because it contains the best and most up to date tools that help to speed up the process.
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SAT
Did you know that the SAT test is now all digital? Did you also know that for current juniors, many universities that have required the SAT in the past, will not require it for you? To see the latest on which universities are test optional, click here.
I would advise students who plan to apply to universities in the USA still take the SAT, just in case you eventually apply to a university that requires SAT scores. For juniors, you should take the test once or twice your junior year and possibly a third time your senior year.
Digital SAT Registration
Students can register now for the digital SAT.
Test Dates Registration Deadlines*
March 11, 2023 February 24, 2023
May 6, 2023 April 21, 2023
June 3, 2023 May 19, 2023
*Students who need to borrow a device for testing will need to register no later than 30 days before test day.
The earlier students download our digital testing app, Bluebook™, the more time they’ll have to prepare by taking a full-length practice test and studying with Official Digital SAT Prep on Khan Academy®. Remind your students that once they register, they’ll need to take these steps to get ready for test day.
For more information about the digital SAT, see the resources below:
Overview:
Webinars:
Digital SAT App: Live Demo and Official Practice (passcode: gmv3+o$.VG)
Preparing for the Digital SAT for International Students (student and parent webinar; passcode: &DWat$XjM0)
More Information About the Assessments:
The Digital SAT Suite of Assessments Specifications Overview (.pdf/1.7 MB)
Digital SAT Sample Questions and Answer Explanations (.pdf/526 KB)
UNIVERSITY VISITS
If students would like to have specific universities visit ISY remotely, please email me names of universities and I will be happy to request a visit!
University Events Upcoming
Northeastern University London
Registrations now open for our free online University Taster Lectures
University Taster Lectures
Dates: Monday 6th February - Monday 20th February 2023
Time: 16:30 – 17:30 GMT
Location: Online via Zoom
University taster lectures are a great way to experience higher level teaching, to widen knowledge and to get inspiration for personal statements. Students have the chance to chat with staff and students and ask any questions that they may have.
Economics, Monday 6th February
English, Tuesday 7th February
History, Wednesday 8th February
Law, Thursday 9th February
Philosophy, Monday 13th February
Psychology, Tuesday 14th February
Politics & International Relations, Wednesday 15th February
Computer Science & Data Science, Thursday 16th February
Business, Monday 20th February
Hong Kong Polytechnic University
With the deadline of main round application for Fall 2023 entry (7 February, 9am HKT) fast approaching, I am writing to invite your students to participant in below events, to further explore the programme variety, latest scholarships opportunities and support services available at PolyU, as well as easing their concerns and doubts through the application process. Please share below event details with your bright students!
1. Online admissions talk series in 9 foreign languages:
Date and time (HKT)
Jan 20 (Fri)
19:00 – 20:00
Burmese
Jan 20 (Fri)
21:00 – 22:00
English
Current PolyU students will share their application tips and life in PolyU with you!
Registration at Registration on PolyU GEO Website is required.
The meeting link and passcode will be sent to your student upon successful registration.
2. One-on-one recruitment consultation sessions from Feb 1 to Feb 6, 2023:
Date and time (HKT)
Feb 1 (Wed) 17:00-20:00
Feb 2 (Thurs) 15:00-18:00
Feb 3 (Fri) 17:00-20:00
Feb 4 (Sat) 15:00-18:00
Feb 5 (Sun) 17:00-20:00
Feb 6 (Mon) 15:00-18:00
GEO Recruitment Officer will give you personalized advice via instant chat!
Please sign up a 20-min timeslot via Online booking system at least one day before.
If the timeslots do not fit their schedule, feel free to send their enquiries to us at international.study@polyu.edu.hk .
Apply and complete your application for 2023/24 entry before Feb 7, 2023. [Video l Step-by-step instruction].
Our recruitment advisors look forward to having you in the PolyU’ s family.
Scholarship Opportunity
University Focus
When it comes to studying abroad, we believe that nothing beats the professional and cultural opportunities of Southern California. That's why the University of La Verne is excited to offer competitive merit scholarships for qualified international students.
Freshman Scholarships
GPA Range Yearly Scholarship
3.00-3.24 $11,000
3.25-3.49 $13,500
3.50-3.74 $17,500
3.75-3.99 $27,000
4.0 and above $30,000
Located just 55 kilometers outside the heart of Los Angeles, the University of La Verne offers the best of both worlds: a safe, small-town college atmosphere in the midst of a global metropolis. The University of La Verne educates hundreds of international students from all over the globe who are drawn to our career-focused, values-based academic programs.
International students are automatically considered for scholarships when they apply to the University of La Verne. We offer two convenient ways to apply:
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