How to Best the Application Process: Advice for International Undergraduates

As an international student, applying to a US university is both exciting and daunting. BrainGain magazine brings you useful pointers given by Admissions Officers from the Universities of Chicago, Johns Hopkins, Rice and Vanderbilt, which can help you ace the process. Read more below.

A perfect SAT score isn't everything

Here’s some advice from a UC Berkeley undergrad who aced the SAT – and got rejected by 5 of the 7 Ivy League schools he applied to (don’t worry, things turned out great)

Trump Effect: decline in new student enrolments in the US

In 2016-17, 62,537 Indian students got F1 visas to study in the US, down 16.43% from the previous year, according to the latest Open Doors report.

What is an MBA?

The MBA does not swap your $43,000 tuition bill for a guarantee that you will be able to pay off your student loan in two years and get rich quick. But those who have done a stint in a branded B-school agree that the MBA gives you the quant skills, and connections to opportunities to skip up the corporate ladder.

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

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.

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.