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

The Advanced Placement Program - Part 1

Take college level courses through the College Board’s Advanced Placement Program

5 Quick Tips to Tackle Standardized Tests: The College Board

Taking standardized tests are often projected as being overwhelming, stress-filled experiences, but they don’t need to be.

The Advanced Placement Program - Part 2

In Part 1, I explained what Advanced Placement is, what the exams look like, and how students can register for them. In Part 2, I will explain, in detail, what the benefits of taking AP Exams are.

How Should Students Shortlist Colleges?

A critical step when applying to universities abroad, is to select which colleges to apply to. One of the most common ways of shortlisting colleges is to look at rankings. But are rankings really that important? If not, how should students shortlist colleges?