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Global Learners, Lifelong Service
Class of 2027
https://admissions.tufts.edu/blogs/inside-admissions/post/how-to-use-the-additional-information-and-community-disruption-questions/
Class of 2025
Resource of the Week
Information session: five dos and don'ts of US/UK university admissions
Format: one-hour Zoom session for a small group of families:
--Main features of the US/UK university landscape: the academic and admissions model in each country, what distinguishes successful applicants, and a few important recent developments (e.g., optional SAT/ACT). Plus an introduction to other countries' universities (e.g., the Netherlands, Canada) if there's interest.
--Q&A (bring your questions!)
Who it's for: Parents of high school students in 11th grade / junior year / lower Sixth or earlier (i.e. finishing school in 2025, 2026, or 2027).
--Students are welcome to join but be aware that we'll touch on tuition costs (which can be high, though not everywhere/for everyone) and admissions rates (which can be low, though not at all good colleges). These numbers can be off-putting for some younger students, and that's why the session is pitched mostly at parents.
--Students in their final year (finishing school in 2024) are welcome to get in touch with me separately, as individual guidance is generally more useful in the run-up to applications.
Fill out this survey and you will be sent a link.
Possible dates and times:
Mon Nov 20, 5:00p UK / 11:00a NY / 10:30p India
Weds Nov 22, 2:00p UK / 9:00a NY / 7:30p India
University of Pennsylvania
As you help your students navigate their applications, we wanted to share some of the resources that have been helpful for our applicants (and students who applied to other schools!) We encourage you to share the below with students, supporters, and colleagues.
Admissions officers walk students through how to complete the activities section of their applications and provide tips on how to choose and articulate community contributions.
A discussion of the various essays required in college applications (including Penn's supplemental essays) and how students can distinguish themselves.
A general overview of the college application process and an introduction to distinct types of institutions, financial aid, and application plans.
Marc Lo discusses Penn First Plus's work to support first-generation and limited-income students on campus. Student leaders share their advice.
We encourage you to explore our YouTube page for even more content, and to visit our virtual events page for upcoming opportunities to learn more about life at Penn.
Also from Penn -
Managing Stress in Uncertain Times
Advice on helping to cope with emotional distress.
Our Asian American Studies Program doubles in size
Five new faculty members join the program.
Do you want a particular university to visit ISY? Just fill out this form and I will try to schedule a virtual visit!
Do you want a particular university to visit ISY? Just fill out this form and I will try to schedule a virtual visit!
UNIVERSITY VISITS THIS WEEK
UNIVERSITY VISITS THIS WEEK
University Events Upcoming
University Events Upcoming
KMUTT - Bangkok
I would like to invite your students to the Career Talk with International Programs Engineering under the Faculty of Engineering.
This session will give an overview to students and how they see university life in Thailand education and about KMUTT Engineering. The hosts of this program are students in the Civil Engineering Department and Automation Program. They will give insights and their own experiences as a foreign student.
This is a Career Talk for a study abroad in the International Program, under the Faculty of Engineering, King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), Thailand
TOPIC: Career talk: Study in KMUTT with international students
DATE: 27 November 2023
TIME: 13.30-15.30 PM (BANGKOK, Thailand time)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://kmutt-ac-th.zoom.us/j/6685313761
Meeting ID: 668 531 3761
Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/ChKL49Ny7M
NABA
Most art and design schools deliver workshops or seminars related to how to build a successful art and design portfolio. We took it a step forward and invited one of our best students from Bachelor of Arts to share her insights and tips. Please find below details about this upcoming event.
I hope you can share to your students form grade 11 onwards interested in studying art and design at university.
NABA INTERNATIONAL LIVE WEBINAR: TIPS AND TRICKS ON PORTFOLIO FROM A NABA STUDENT’S PERSPECTIVE
DATE & TIME: Tuesday, November 28th 2023, at 15:30 (CET, GMT+1)
PRESENTER: Desiree Demolli, NABA 3rd Year Bachelor of Arts student
DURATION: 40 minutes + live Q&A.
Do you want to create a portfolio and you don’t know where to start?
Do you need some tips and tricks on portfolio to apply to NABA?
Do not miss this webinar to find out how to build your portfolio held by one of the best NABA students of the 3rd year of Bachelor of Arts!
Here the registration link: https://www.naba.it/en/landing-page-webinar-portfolio-tips-2023
Bocconi University
invites counsellors, students and their families to join our Open Day on 2 December 2023 to get to know our University, our academic offer and all the opportunities Bocconi can provide.
You will be able to choose whether you want to attend the event on campus or online, by filling out the dedicated form.
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WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT FROM THE EVENT?
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Participate in Bachelor programs presentations, interact with our faculty and students
Gather information about the admissions process
Gather information about university services
Discover our campus
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HOW CAN YOU JOIN?
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International students and parents/guests need to register by filling out the registration form.
Join us on the event day in person on campus or virtually from your own home!
Scholarship Opportunities
Toronto Metropolitan University
We are thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated President's Entrance Scholarships are now officially open for applications!
Key details:
- $40,000 (total value) | $10,000 (annual amount) (renewable)
- A minimum 90% final admission average is required for consideration.
- The application includes the following:
An essay or project summary: this may be a piece of creative writing or a summary of any creative project that students may have undertaken (max 500 words).
Two (2) letters of reference
Your leadership activities: students will indicate the leadership activities/positions that they have been involved in during your final two years in secondary school.
And don't forget that the International Secondary School Merit Scholarships ($5,000, entrance only, non-renewable) are also accepting applications.
Deadline: February 1, 2024.
How to apply:
Once students have received their TMU Student Number, activate online identity to access AwardSpring. Be noted that students do not have to wait for an offer of admission to apply for scholarships at TMU.
Further details and information can be found on the Scholarships and Awards - International webpage.
University of Dundee - UK
Vice Chancellor SE Asia Scholarship
For our US Undergraduate applicants any student who receives an offer of study for Sep 2024 will be guaranteed a scholarship award of £4,000 per year of study at point of admission into Dundee. This is open to any student with the exception of Medicine and Dentistry.
Global Excellence Scholarship
Alongside the Vice Chancellor Scholarship SE Asia students from the SE Asia may also qualify for our Global Excellence Scholarship where students can earn £5,000 off the cost of tuition per year of study. This is open to any student with the exception of Medicine and Dentistry.
Further information on the scholarships available in Dundee for SE Asia students can be found below.
If you or your students have any questions about studying in Dundee or the scholarships on offer please do get in touch and I will be happy to help.
Internships/Summer or Winter Programs/University Opportunities
Pace University Summer programs
International Relations (Model U.N.)
Course Overview
The Model UN in New York City, offered through the English Language Institute at Pace University, is a course designed for international students who want to improve their language skills and gain experience in the exciting world of Model UN. Students will first have approximately eight hours of interactive guided study online before arrival in New York City to prepare them for the program. Then, after arrival in New York City, students will spend the following two weeks engaging in a variety of activities and classes that will help them develop their reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities, as well as their critical thinking and research skills all in the context of international relations and the exciting Model UN format.
Each morning, students will participate in interactive classes that cover the main concepts and skills required for success in Model UN. These sessions will include engaging lectures, group discussions, and hands-on activities that will help students learn about diplomacy, global issues, and conflict resolution. In the afternoons, students will focus on language skills development, with sessions focused on reading comprehension, listening comprehension, speaking fluency, and writing proficiency. Throughout the program, students will have opportunities to practice their skills in a supportive and engaging learning environment.
2024 Session Dates
July 15-26, 2024
OR
August 12-23, 2024
Location
Requirements
The minimum English proficiency to be successful in the International Relations (Model U.N.) Summer Program is CEFR B1, TOEFL score of 55, or IELTS score of 5.5.
Students may join this program under a B1/B2 or F1 visa.
Cost
$835/2 week session + accommodations
Application
Apply at https://www.pace.edu/eli/apply-now
Course Overview
Students will explore key lessons in leadership. During the workshop, students will identify the qualities of a good leader and core proficiencies every leader should demonstrate. Students will examine strategies used by the most effective leaders in the world, including techniques for building and leading teams, motivating, and influencing others, maximizing team performance, establishing credibility as a speaker, enhancing self-control, confidence, resilience, and empathy. Students will work to define, identify, and differentiate short-term and long-term goals and identify ideas with a market advantage. Students will learn about supply and demand, how to write a basic business plan and budget, and work to develop a growth plan for a successful idea.
2024 Session Dates
July 1-12, 2024
OR
July 29-August 9, 2024
Location
Requirements
The minimum English proficiency to be successful in the International Relations (Model U.N.) Summer Program is CEFR B1, TOEFL score of 55, or IELTS score of 5.5.
Students may join this program under a B1/B2 or F1 visa.
Cost
$835/2 week session + accommodations
Application
Apply at https://www.pace.edu/eli/apply-now
Course Overview
This integrated program is designed to help students improve all areas of English while learning about and participating in filmmaking. During this program, in addition to learning about filmmaking, students will learn and practice English vocabulary, pronunciation, and enunciation through acting and directing. Additionally, students will learn and practice grammar and writing through script writing and storytelling.
2024 Session Dates
Jully 15-26, 2024
Location
Requirements
The minimum English proficiency to be successful in the International Relations (Model U.N.) Summer Program is CEFR B1, TOEFL score of 55, or IELTS score of 5.5.
Students may join this program with an F1 visa.
Cost
$2,100/2 week session + accommodations
Application
Apply at https://www.pace.edu/eli/apply-now
USC Summer Programs offers 4-week, credit bearing courses in a variety of subjects from which students choose one course for intense study. Our programs are designed to combine college level coursework, academic field trips, and structured extracurricular activities.
USC Summer Programs will be held
USC Summer Programs will be held
Sunday, June 16 - Saturday, July 13, 2024
Sunday, June 16 - Saturday, July 13, 2024
USC Summer Programs Application is now open!
University News
University News
Fordham Univeristy
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION UPDATES
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION UPDATES
We were pleased to enroll a talented incoming class of 2,401 students. View our class profile and read about our students in Fordham News.
We've made some changes to our admission plans. We've added Early Decision II as an option. We've also removed Priority Performance; Dance and Theatre majors will now select Early Action.
We've created three new mission-oriented prompts for our optional short response this year.
With the understanding that not all students have equal access to the same math coursework, we've updated our math preparation guidelines for admission to the Gabelli School of Business.
Fordham has extended its test-optional pilot through Fall 2025.
63% of the Fall 2023 class was admitted without test scores.
Students submitting testing may continue to self-report their test scores.
Early Action/Early Decision I applicants will be able to change their testing status or submit their scores through November 20.
We can accept school documents for Early Action/Early Decision applicants (including recommendation letters!) through November 16. Note: international applicants who are applying for need-based aid will need to submit all documents by November 3.
We're offering a full slate of on-campus and virtual events for prospective students, including our October Open House and November Fall Preview.
Colgate
Fall Series: Informational Webinars for Prospective Students
Fall Series: Informational Webinars for Prospective Students
Learn more about Colgate and the application process
Learn more about Colgate and the application process
A series of virtual events designed to provide a deeper understanding of Colgate and the application process are available to students. Links to register can be found on our website.
As high school students continue their college search process, we encourage them to keep in mind Colgate’s visit options, virtual programming, and application deadlines.
Northeastern University
Our Essay Writing Masterclasses are designed to equip students with the essential tools to succeed in their academic studies. Whether your students are participating in our essay competition or simply seeking to excel in their essay writing for exam success, these masterclasses will help them to get a step ahead.
Tuesday 21st November, 12:30 – 13:30 GMT
Thursday 23rd November, 16:30 – 17:30 GMT
Tuesday 12th December, 12:30 – 13:30 GMT
Thursday 14th December, 16:30 – 17:30 GMT
Our expert staff will dive deep into the art of effective essay planning, formatting, and writing techniques. Your students will gain valuable insights on exploring diverse arguments and essay topics. They will also master the skills of referencing and formatting bibliographies, ensuring their essays are well-researched and academically sound.
We hope you'll encourage your students to sign up for our Essay Writing Masterclasses and see them take their essay writing skills to the next level!
Essay Writing Masterclass information
Northeastern University London Essay Competition
Our selection of essay titles engages across a contemporary range of subjects and questions. See subjects and essay titles.
The following prizes will be awarded:
Overall winner across all essay subjects - £1000
Winner in a subject category - £500
Runner up in a subject category - £250
The deadline for essays to be submitted is 13:00 GMT Sunday 31 December 2023.
We have posters available to promote the Essay Competition in your school. Please request your poster here.
University of the Pacific
Any student from ISY who applies and is accepted to the University of the Pacific qualifies for a 50% tuition discount. Please see Mr. A-G for details.
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