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Tue, 16/08/2022 - 08:20
The Common Application, frequently referred to as the Common App, is a comprehensive all in one university application process.
The non-profit organization has an online application that hosts over...
Mon, 15/08/2022 - 09:42
Attending college paid for with a scholarship is every student’s dream, but surely this is just for college sports students; the athletes amongst us?
This myth is not true. Even though there are...
Mon, 15/08/2022 - 08:51
Choosing the actual university or college you will study at in the U.S is probably one of the most influential decisions you will make about this journey.
It is important that you choose an...
Wed, 10/08/2022 - 20:48
Our guide will help you with one of the hardest parts of applying to university in the UK: choosing which universities to apply to.
With 164 institutions across the country and...
Wed, 10/08/2022 - 10:28
Our range of student tips for budgeting, money and finance offer advice on a number of issues you may encounter at university, including how to save on travel costs, credit card problems, and...
Tue, 09/08/2022 - 14:32
If you wish to embark on a higher education pathway but don’t have the relevant qualifications to do so, the Access to Higher Education Diploma is a Level 3 course that will give you the relevant...
Tue, 09/08/2022 - 11:43
Distance learning degrees really give individuals the ability to study at their own pace and fit educational development around work and home commitments.
For school leavers it can also be...
Mon, 08/08/2022 - 12:15
This year, SQA results are out on Tuesday 6 August 2024.
It’s a day of nervous energy, anticipation and excitement but what actually happens on SQA (Scottish Qualification Awards) results...
Wed, 27/07/2022 - 09:57
Oxford and Cambridge are considered special universities by many people. As presitigious institutions, they are certainly more difficult to get into than other top universities.
If you've decided...
Tue, 26/07/2022 - 17:16
College rankings are one way of assessing which college degrees you might wish to apply for, by looking at what are seen as the "best" colleges out there.
Every year several organisations, including...
Tue, 26/07/2022 - 17:15
Below are a number of links that provide examples of Common App essays. We hope they inspire you and help you to write your own unique essay for your college application. Please do not copy them, as...
Tue, 26/07/2022 - 12:20
Struggling to start writing that dreaded college essay? Unfortunately, not all colleges across the country are members of either the Common Application or the Universal College Application and...
Mon, 11/07/2022 - 10:17
If you are planning on going abroad to volunteer, travel, work or learn, it’s often a good idea to choose a placement with a gap year agency.
These offer a structured placement with the reassurance...
Tue, 28/06/2022 - 09:47
Thinking about an NVQ?
Our National Vocational Qualifications guide will give you lowdown on everything you need to know about what it involves, how to apply, and more.
What is an NVQ?
National...
Tue, 21/06/2022 - 15:44
Now the AS and A-Level reforms have had a few years to bed in, it’s worth looking again at how this changes are continuing to evolve in terms of how they affect you, and how we can help you make the...
Fri, 10/06/2022 - 12:29
Are you trying to choose which A levels to take in sixth form or at college?
What A levels you take is important to make sure you set yourself on the right career path (if you have one in mind...
Wed, 08/06/2022 - 15:08
The UCAS tariff is a points system that measures achievement across a range of qualifications.
UCAS points translate your qualifications and grades into a numerical value. Many...
Wed, 18/05/2022 - 22:09
The Peter Jones Enterprise Academy offers a range of courses, so at least one of them is likely to be suitable for you.
To find out more about what's on offer, take a look at their most recent...
Wed, 18/05/2022 - 17:01
If you have a disability or a particular learning difficulty, it is a good idea to get in touch with each institution you are going to apply to before submitting your UCAS application.
Under the...
Wed, 18/05/2022 - 16:47
For those taking exams in May 2024, students can expect to receive their results on 6 July 2024.
Passing your IB Diploma is a fantastic achievement, one you should be immensely proud of,...