Student Speak: This is why I applied early decision to Emory

Preparing for the next chapter in your student life can be a daunting prospect. But, as long as you think clearly and prepare well, there's nothing to worry about. In the first of our new Student Speak series, Aniketh Khutia, an alumnus of the Knowledge@Wharton High School's summer program, takes us through his application process.

Demystifying The College Essay

Scared of those college application essays that must be written if you're applying to university abroad? Start early, write numerous drafts, and choose a topic that allows you to talk about yourself, advises University of Chicago rising freshman Hassaan Ejaz.

Admission plans and strategies: Early Decision, Early Action & Regular Decision

In the ninth of her 12-part series, Katherine Ernst Mehta discusses various admission plans for undergraduate students so that they can better plan their admissions process.

Study International Business Management at St Mary's University

Applications are open for the new MSc in International Business Management at St Mary’s University, London, starting this September. Work experience and a business studies background are not required.

Grad School 101: How you can use grad school rankings to find the right program

With so many factors to consider while picking grad programs, rankings can be a valuable tool to narrow your decisions- if they are used right. In the second part of Grad School 101 series, learn how and where rankings matter.

How a great essay got a high-school senior into 5 Ivy League schools and Stanford

Find out what kind of writing gets you into schools where acceptance rates are as low as 4.7%

Foreign student applications to US colleges up despite Trump policies

Freshman applications from international students to major US colleges for the next academic year remain intact, but the future looks hazy.

New components of the US university application

Increasingly, US universities and colleges are trying new ways to get to know prospective students. Here are some tips to approach the video essay, diversity statement, and other new components.

The application process to study in Ireland, explained in a single chart

This handy timeline helps you plan everything: choosing universities, working on your application, taking standardized tests, and preparing for your visa and travel.

Essays by Real University of Washington Pre-Law Students

Most law schools require a personal statement. Others may allow a diversity statement and/or an addendum.