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Since 2008 we have accumulated a wealth of experiences that have strengthened our understanding of families, students, and the education field. From Q&As with students and parents, to articles with tips on excelling through all aspects of the admissions process, we hope our knowledge base offers some insight into the current educational climate.

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Top 4 Tips for High School Summer Interns

One of the best ways high school students can prepare for college is by completing a summer internship. However, securing an internship is just the first step. To make the......

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Rising Seniors: Our Top Four Tips for Making the Most of Your Summer

While other summer breaks may be best used for rest and relaxation, the summer before your senior year is a critical period in the college admissions process. In this article,......

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Top Two Ways To Prepare for Boarding School in the US (K-12)

Whether you’re from Hong Kong, Singapore, Jakarta, or New York, leaving for boarding school in the US can be a scary thing. But it’s also the beginning of an exciting......

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Top 5 Summer Course Questions (and Answers)

This is a question that we get all the time from parents and students: does taking a summer course help improve one’s chances of admission to selective universities? This question......

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What is IB MYP?

The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) is a secondary school course designed for ages 11-16. It is the precursor to the Diploma Programme (DP). MYP has a wide range......

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