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What is the IGCSE?

What is IGCSE? The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is an English language-based academic qualification for secondary school students. It is the most popular international qualification for 14......

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AP vs. IB: Which Should I Take?

For which grades are IB and AP subjects offered? One of the most important structural differences between the AP and IB programmes is when they are offered. Students will typically......

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How to Improve Your SSAT Verbal Score

Before we tackle strategies for the SSAT Verbal section, it is important to understand how this portion of the exam is structured. The SSAT Verbal section is divided into two......

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Is IB best for getting into universities abroad?

The answer to this depends on what you want out of your secondary or high school education. The IB program is one of the most popular and internationally recognized curricula,......

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What is the ISEE?

The ISEE ("Independent School Entrance Exam") is a test to assess applicants for admission to private middle and high schools. For students hoping to attend a competitive private middle or......

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