HOW TO WRITE THE PERFECT COMMON APP ESSAY
“The universe is made of stories, not of atoms.” – Muriel Rukeyser “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 at your screen, wondering how to pour your entire personality into […]
WHEN SHOULD YOU START PREPARING FOR 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 after my final exams”, this one’s for you. We’ve worked with hundreds […]
COMMON STUDY ABROAD MYTHS BUSTED BY NORTHGATE EDUCATION
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 pack your bags or abandon the dream completely, let’s bust […]
BEHIND THE SCENES: HOW NORTHGATE MENTORS MAKE STUDY ABROAD DREAMS COME TRUE
What are your dreams made of? Making a mark in a foreign land or does it include getting a (many) degree from a renowned university in the US or UK? What about being able to enjoy a Capri Sun sitting by a lake in the U.S whilst you work on your college assignments and […]
4 TYPES OF SCHOLARSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN USA & HOW TO APPLY
Let’s be real: studying in the US? Not cheap. Scholarships? Absolute lifesavers. But they can also feel like treasure maps written in invisible ink. So here’s a breakdown of the four main types of scholarships available to international undergraduate students in the US, and how to actually apply for them without losing your mind. […]
IMPORTANCE OF BEING GUIDED BY A PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT
Over time, consultants have earned a bad reputation (If you’re a Swiftie, please come back from that song) – not for nothing. It does cost a lot; it does come with trust issues, and in the worst-case scenario, after all that faith in someone, you still don’t get into your dream college. Scary. Imagine […]
