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Posted inUniversity Applications

Great Grades Aren’t Enough: What Competitive Universities Want to See From Applicants

You've worked hard. Your grades are excellent. Surely that's enough to get into a top university? Not necessarily. At highly competitive universities, many applicants will meet-and sometimes exceed-the academic requirements. So how do you become a stronger applicant? One of…
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Posted by By Jay Surti September 14, 2026
Your Child Wants to Study Abroad: 7 Things Parents Can do to Help
Posted inParents & Families

Your Child Wants to Study Abroad: 7 Things Parents Can do to Help

If your child wants to study abroad, knowing how much help to give - and when to step back - can be difficult for any parent. There are universities to research, entry requirements to understand, applications to complete and funding…
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Posted by By Jay Surti September 1, 2026
Preparing African Students to Thrive at Global Universities
Posted inStudent Success

Preparing African Students to Thrive at Global Universities

When considering a university course overseas, there are many aspects to think about. Securing a place is only the beginning Much of the conversation about international university education focuses upon one moment: Getting the offer Which universities should they apply…
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Posted by By Jay Surti September 1, 2026

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