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SAT tutoring in London is accessible for all students
Students all over the UK dream of studying at a US university, wherever in the states that may be. Many students have done their research and know that they need to pass their A Levels, maintain good grades, take part in extracurricular activities, have letters of recommendation and receive SAT tutoring in London to prepare … Continue reading “SAT tutoring in London is accessible for all students”
How to prepare UK students for US universities
UK students planning to apply to US universities need to prepare for the admissions process by passing all of their A Levels, maintaining excellent grades throughout their academic career, participating in extracurricular activities or part-time work, receiving letters of recommendations, writing a personal essay, and passing the ACT with a high score. What is the … Continue reading “How to prepare UK students for US universities”
College Admissions Guidance for High School Juniors
With junior year coming to a close, now is the perfect time to start planning for the college application process. A-List College Advisors take the stress and confusion out of the application process by assisting students with selecting colleges, writing their essays, and managing a timeline for key admissions deadlines. Things to do before school finishes… Before leaving school … Continue reading “College Admissions Guidance for High School Juniors”
The application process to US universities does not need to be overwhelming
In general, the thought of sending your student overseas for university can be daunting. For instance, the distance, the time zones, the finance, and the application process can be a lot for young students to navigate on their own. That is why our team at A-List Education UK are eager to help relieve some of … Continue reading “The application process to US universities does not need to be overwhelming”
Overview of SAT Subject Tests
After students sit their SAT or ACT exams, many turn their attention to SAT Subject Test preparation. Many top US universities require students to sit at least two Subject Tests in addition to their ACT or SAT exam for admission. Below you’ll find a comprehensive overview of the different Subject Tests and the preparation involved. … Continue reading “Overview of SAT Subject Tests”
College Visits: NYU & Fordham
A-List’s Director of Advising, Natasha de Sherbinin, recently visited New York University and Fordham University in New York. Check out some information about the schools below! New York University 23,492 undergraduate students 66% acceptance rate 3.7 average GPA 1350-1530 SAT middle 50% 30-34 ACT middle 50% This large urban university is a good fit for … Continue reading “College Visits: NYU & Fordham”
How to get a great score on the ACT
There is a lot of information available on how to get the highest score possible on the ACT, but in reality, the information can sometimes be inaccurate. There are claims that the test in March is easier than any other ACT test during the year and that the SAT is easier than the ACT. However, … Continue reading “How to get a great score on the ACT”
Are you ready to take the SAT?
Choosing to go to university abroad is a huge step for a young adult. A great deal goes into applying for university in your home country, let alone a completely foreign system. Many UK students dream of studying in the US, but there is a lot of work that goes into the process before getting … Continue reading “Are you ready to take the SAT?”
College Visits in D.C. & Maryland
A-List’s Director of Advising, Natasha de Sherbinin, recently visited colleges in the District of Columbia region including University of Maryland, Johns Hopkins, Georgetown, George Washington University, American University, and Loyola Maryland. Check out some information about the schools below! Loyola University Maryland 3,924 undergraduate students 66% acceptance rate 3.5 average GPA 1170-1320 SAT middle 50% … Continue reading “College Visits in D.C. & Maryland”
Portfolio and Creative Supplements
Often times, students applying for creative programmes in areas such as music, visual arts, film, dance or drama are required to submit supplementary materials that demonstrate their talents. These can be particularly daunting and time consuming! Utilising the summer months to create material for these portfolios can be really helpful and ensures that you are … Continue reading “Portfolio and Creative Supplements”