Book Review: Mathematical Mindsets

Stanford University Professor Jo Boaler's book provides a proven, practical roadmap to mathematics success for any student at any age

A guide to understanding standardized tests

SAT, ACT, IELTS, TOEFL… don’t let the acronyms put you in a tizzy! In this third instalment of our 12-part series on US college admissions, we explain what the tests do, and whether you need to take them

More than 1 million international students in the US but new enrollments are decreasing

The Open Doors report proves beyond doubt that US is still the number one choice for international students. But, will it stay that way? There is reason for doubt.

US Colleges to Answer How They Will Conduct Fall Reopening between Mid-May and late June

The shape of what the fall semester in August will look like is still coming into focus, but most US colleges are planning for in-person classes.

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.

An Engineer's Guide to Surviving Grad School

The US education system teaches you to be self-reliant in a way you cannot imagine back home. From your courses to your evening meal, everything is up to you. This is a complete education -- a life education!

Here's your chance to change the world – one good idea at a time

The World Bank and the Wharton School are organizing the annual Ideas for Action competition for high school students. Here’s what you need to know.

Students at US Colleges Have Pizza Delivered by a Starship Robot

The small battery-powered bots have delivered over 10,000 meals from local businesses to university buildings and dorms in George Mason University.

Demonstrated interest - what it is and why it matters

In the eighth of her twelve-part series, Katherine Ernst Mehta talks about demonstrated interest and how it can increase your chances of being accepted by a US university.

The End of Jobs: Money, Meaning and Freedom by Taylor Pearson

This book is a must-read for Millenials as technology is threatening traditional jobs, while making entrepreneurship safer and more profitable.