UK vs US Admissions: What’s the Real Difference (and Which One’s for You)?
UK vs US Admissions: What’s the Real Difference? Here’s the situation: You want to study abroad. You’ve got ambition, you’ve been daydreaming about university campuses halfway across the world, you have a Pinterest board ready about how your dorm would look and now you’re stuck choosing where! You’re stuck choosing between the UK and the […]
EARLY DECISION V/S REGULAR DECISION: WHICH COLLEGE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
EARLY DECISION V/S REGULAR DECISION: WHICH COLLEGE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Trying to choose between Early Decision and Regular Decision? You’re not alone. For many students, picking the right college application deadline can feel just as stressful as choosing the right college itself. It’s one of those decisions that doesn’t seem huge at […]
WHAT DO UK ADMISSION OFFICERS REALLY LOOK FOR?
WHAT DO UK ADMISSION OFFICERS REALLY LOOK FOR? When most people imagine applying to U.K. universities, whether that’s Oxford, Edinburgh, UCL, or Imperial, they tend to focus mostly on grades and the UCAS form. But there’s more going on behind the scenes. U.K. admissions tutors don’t simply want top exam scores. They’re looking for students […]
A PARENTS’ GUIDE
A PARENTS’ GUIDE Study abroad consultancy guide for parents Your child has finally convinced you to let them explore studying abroad and we caught you here looking at the pros and cons of it. It is, undoubtedly, a great investment but comes along with the uncertainties and confusions. It is great unless you become a […]
WHAT DO U.S ADMISSION OFFICERS REALLY LOOK FOR?
WHAT DO U.S ADMISSION OFFICERS REALLY LOOK FOR? Study abroad US application guide When you first think of applying to U.S. colleges, you probably imagine grades, test scores, and some glowing recommendations. But let us let you in on a little secret: that’s just part of the story. Study abroad US application guide U.S. admissions […]
DECODING COLLEGE APPLICATION PORTALS
DECODING COLLEGE APPLICATION PORTALS College application portals for study abroad If applying to college abroad feels like a maze to you, trust us you’re not alone. Every country has its own portal, its own set of quirks, and just enough fine print to make you want to scream into a pillow. But hey, that’s what […]
THE ROLE OF EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
THE ROLE OF EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS Extracurricular activities for study abroad admissions Let’s be real: college admissions used to be simple(ish). You had the grades and the scores, and that’s all it took to get in. Extracurricular activities for study abroad admissions But now? Now, you could be valedictorian, math Olympiad champ, and […]
HOW TO WRITE THE PERFECT COMMON APP ESSAY
HOW TO WRITE THE PERFECT COMMON APP ESSAY “The universe is made of stories, not of atoms.” – Muriel Rukeyser Perfect Common App “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” – Maya Angelou “And now, my watch begins.” – You, staring at a blank Google Doc If you’ve been staring […]
WHEN SHOULD YOU START PREPARING FOR UNDERGRAD ADMISSIONS ABROAD?
WHEN SHOULD YOU START PREPARING FOR UNDERGRAD ADMISSIONS ABROAD? Undergrad admissions abroad No one likes being told what to do. Especially when it comes to future, college applications, or anything that sounds even close to something like “start early”. But if you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “There’s still time, right?” or “I’ll figure it out […]
COMMON STUDY ABROAD MYTHS BUSTED BY NORTHGATE EDUCATION
COMMON STUDY ABROAD MYTHS BUSTED BY NORTHGATE EDUCATION Study Abroad So, you’re thinking about studying abroad? Big move, hectic schedule, heavy packing, exciting future. But now everyone, even your great grandmother, suddenly has opinions- “Too expensive.” “Only smart kids go.” “You’ll get lost and live off instant noodles forever.” Terrifying. But breathe. Before you […]
