Week of Oct 9 2023
Global Learners, Lifelong Service
ALL ABOUT WELLBEING
Class of 2027
We are coming up on the end of quarter 1. Be sure to get any late work in ASAP!
Class of 2026
We are coming up on the end of quarter 1. Be sure to get any late work in ASAP!
Class of 2025
You should start to research universities!
Class of 2024
Predicted scores will be emailed to you on Oct 16th. Please talk to me with any concerns.
Resource of the Week
Great resource that helps you understand university systems within a wide rPange of countries!
Looking ahead at summer programs? Did you know ISY keeps a summer program list and it contains programs from around the world!
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
Study Medicine in the UK
Brunel University in London
Join Medical Doorway and Brunel University for this global webinar on 10th October 2023. Guest speaker Chris Holloway from Brunel University will be joining us to give you the low down on applying, securing a seat and studying at Brunel.
The medical programme at Brunel University is specifically for international students which given the increasing competition is a welcome addition for those determined to study in the UK. In addition, applications can be made outside of UCAS providing a fifth opportunity for aspiring medical students. This webinar is open for students, parents and college counsellors.
We would be delighted for you to join us on 10th October at 1pm (UK) for this unique opportunity to ask questions directly to the Medial Doorway team and Brunel University in London.
Register for the Brunel University Webinar Here!
Upcoming VirtU-8 Virtual Events
Greetings from Chapman and the VirtU-8 Team!
We are about to offer our final fall virtual sessions to engage high school freshman, sophomores, juniors, their parents, and counselors with programming helpful to the college-search process
Who are we? Your trusted and longtime colleagues from:
Event Format
35-minute conversation with university representatives or-current students. It’s a great way to learn about our respective institutions.
25-minute virtual fair with the opportunity to talk with and ask questions of each institution, individually. Chapman will have a current student supporting the virtual portion of the session.
Registration for our events is for counselors, students, and parents. Click here to-register for one or multiple VirtU-8 events.-It’s a great format to learn about each school in an efficient, comfortable way!
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 8 a.m. Eastern Time (timezone converter)
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 8 p.m. Eastern Time (timezone converter)
National University of Singapore
NUS College will be conducting a series of webinars for our prospective students and families to familiarise with our curriculum, residential life, pastoral support and admissions process. To kick off this application cycle, our first webinar zeros in on the student life at NUS College as our programme consists of a mandatory 2-year residential component.
Our students are eager to share their stories with you and below are the details for the webinar. We would appreciate it if you could share this with your students, colleagues and possibly your PSG.
Title: NUS College & Student Life
Date: 14th October 2023, Saturday
Time: 2pm Singapore time
Registration link: Webinar Registration - Zoom
Registration links for upcoming Outreach activities can be found on the Events page.
University Events Upcoming
Glion Institute of Higher Education - in person visit!
Would you like to attend university in Switzerland or London? How about learning about business through hands-on activities and be able to apply concepts right away in the real world? Glion is a hospitality school, one of the most respected in the world, where you learn about business through the lens of hotel and restaurant managing. And, they are coming to our campus!
Monday, October 16
Lunch time
Make sure you stop by and say hi!
University of Toronto
My colleague from the University of Toronto, Mr. Jonathan Spears, attended the MISCA Fall University Fair. I would like to take this opportunity to now provide an invitation to our University of Toronto virtual information session that will be taking place on Wednesday, October 18th from 6:30-7:30PM (Yangon time).
While we will unfortunately not be coming to Myanmar this year, we would love to keep you and your students updated on the University of Toronto as they map out their undergraduate options after high school. During this one-hour session, we will cover our undergraduate faculties and programs, admission requirements, application process, scholarships, and more. Included at the end of the presentation will of course be a Q&A, where students and parents are able to ask any questions they have – we welcome all questions. Please note that we will be focusing on undergraduate programs only. The Zoom link will be shared a few days prior to the presentation date.
I have created a promotional one-pager for your use and reference which can be downloaded using the link here: https://we.tl/t-a3z25hEHue
Students can also register using the following link: https://apply.adm.utoronto.ca/register/?id=90f92756-97a6-44eb-b378-11ad844b3a09
University of Bath (UK)
Students are invited to join our webinar series to explore how a science degree from Bath could shape their future. Hear from graduates, learn more about boosting employability on placement, and get questions answered by our panel of staff and students.
Sign up to our webinars
Physics webinar - Tuesday 24 October, 12.30-1.30pm BST
Pharmacy webinar - Thursday 26 October, 12.30-1.30pm BST
Chemistry webinar - Tuesday 31 October, 12.30-1.30pm GMT
Mathematics webinar - Wednesday 1 November, 12.30-1.30pm GMT
Pharmacology webinar - Thursday 2 December, 12.30-1.30pm GMT
Bocconi Masterclass in Economics and Finance
Thursday 26 October 2023 at 6:00pm (CET)
Cognitive Economics
This lecture will illustrate the role of human cognitive factors in financial markets, in consumer markets and in politics, and discuss recent approaches to integrate these factors in economic models, modifying the rational actor paradigm in realistic ways.
Scholarship Opportunities
Internships/Summer or Winter Programs/University Opportunities
Study Medicine in London
Medical Doorway are delighted announce that applications are now open for the 2024 enrolment on the MBBS programme at Brunel University in London.
The MBBS offered by Brunel is only open to international students, creating another pathway for students who want a UK medical qualification. The number of medical school seats for international students in London is at a premium. The Brunel University programme offers a fantastic opportunity for aspiring doctors who want the added convince and experience of studying and living in one of the world's most connected capitals.
Applications can be made directly and 100% free with Medical Doorway giving applicants a fifth option in addition to their four UCAS choices.
For the 2024 admission, A-level candidates will be required to gain an AAB which must include Biology or Chemistry plus one additional science from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths. IB candidates should have, or be expected to achieve, a total score of at least 36 points with Higher Level 6 in either Chemistry or Biology and a second science at Higher Level 5 (Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics).
The tuition fees are currently £49,395 per academic year.
For more information check out the Brunel University section of our website or e-mail us at hello@medicaldoorway.com.
BURSA
My name is Leo Chang, and I am the External Vice President of the Burmese Student Association (BURSA) at UCLA. I am reaching out to your school to inform you of this year’s annual UC application workshop for the Burmese seniors.
Similar to past years, we are looking to connect with Burmese seniors in order to assist them with their UC applications during the stressful application season by providing them with guidance and mentorship. Students will be provided resources ranging from personal statement essay assistance to major and interest exploration. We have hosted students from all over California and international students from Myanmar. This year, we will also be introducing one-on-one mentoring, where one of your seniors will be paired with one of our board members; your senior will have this resource until the end of the UC application season, allowing them to schedule meetings and ask questions in accordance to their own schedule.
The introductory phase of this event, where general information and student-mentoring pairings will be given, will take place on Friday, October 20th at 9 P.M (PDT) on Zoom. The RSVP/interest form (linked below) for this introductory event is provided below, and the deadline to register is Sunday, October 15th. Even if your student cannot make the October 20th event, the mentorship opportunity is still open to them, and they can still be paired with one of our student mentors. All activities we host are entirely free, with no cost for your school or students.
We remain steadfast in our mission to offer Burmese and Burmese American students, an underrepresented minority group, more opportunities to interact with older students of similar cultural backgrounds. Students will not only be able to attain a richer perspective on navigating through the next chapter of their lives at a university or college, but also receive support and validation surrounding challenges and struggles unique to Burmese and Burmese Americans students, such as lack of representation and community. One of the core missions of our organization is to enable Burmese and Burmese American students to learn from the experiences of those who have come before them so that they do not walk alone in their academic endeavors. Through our programs, we aim to provide valuable resources for all Burmese and Burmese American students, hoping to create a warm and welcoming space for all members of our community.
Feel free to email us with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you soon!
RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/tLp9UKbUbtVFwu4VA
Students who used to study within Myanmar and are now at universities or in internships across the US have teamed up to form a network that wants to give back to high school students within Myanmar.
On the left is their flyer. If you would like free mentorship, help with your university research, filling out applications or writing essays, go to their website and they will find someone to help you.
University News
Fordham Univeristy
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
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.
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.
Williams
This university gives 60% of its international students scholarships. Have a look at https://www.williams.edu/admission-aid/