How to craft a compelling personal statement

In the fifth of her 12-part series, Katherine Ernst Mehta talks about how to write a really compelling essay, which can make help distinguish your application.

5 postgraduate scholarships for art and design students

If you want to study art and design abroad and are worried about where the money will come from - we're here to help. Check out these 5 international art and design scholarships.

Creative Resumes and CVs: Your Secret Weapon

Writing a resume? Make use of Adobe's tools to make it look super professional!

School research - finding the right fit

In this concluding article of her 12-part monthly series, Katherine Ernst Mehta offers some great advice on choosing universities and colleges to apply to

Top 5 tips for getting into globally competitive engineering programs

Inside info on how to put forward your strongest application, from the University of Toronto’s director of recruitment for the engineering faculty

US Supreme Court Rules University Can Use Race in Admissions

The ruling’s key message is that admissions officials can continue to consider race as a factor among many in ensuring a diverse student body.

Seeking the Ultimate SAT Score

For most students who want to attend an elite US college, the SAT is more than a test. It is one of life’s landmarks. Your very first step towards getting into your dream undergrad school hinges on getting a high score in one of two standardized tests, the SAT or the ACT.

Harvard cancels admission offers to 10 students who shared obscene and racist memes

Decency wins out over great SAT scores as university officials take a strong stand against jokes about the Holocaust, child sexual abuse, and ethnic minority groups

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.

Develop Your Essay Writing Skills

As students we are not taught that an essay is composed of both content and style. So how do we develop this skill before applying to university?