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Written by Olatunji O. O. Education is the key to success in everything one sets out to do in life.Therefore, education is a must to become who you aspire to be and no amount of money spent on knowledge acquisition is too much. If the above statements hold sway, then studying abroad is worth embarking on. I have the greatest pleasure of sharing my study abroad journey and experience with students having the min Read more
Do I apply for a scholarship before sitting for GRE exams? From Uganda
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How should I write my application to satisfy my recommendations. thanks, From Uganda
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Do all colleges accept application fee waivers?
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What do I do if my application fee waiver request is declined?
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Do I need to have a resume to apply for college?
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What are my chances of gaining a USA scholarship
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What SAT score do I need to get admission into a top university?
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Please which schools can accept WASSCE results for admission
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Can 8B help me proofread or provide feedback on my college essay?
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What should I do if I’m rejected from my dream school?
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Should I tell the college about any extenuating circumstances that impacted my grades?
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Who should write my letters of recommendation?
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What should I write about for my college essay/personal statement?
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Should I fill out the Common Application or the Coalition Application?
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How do I find my college's CSS Profile Code?
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Admission > Applications, Paying for School > Planning your finances
If I made a mistake on my application, how do I go about correcting it?
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Should I sign up for optional interview and submit optional material?
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What should one start with the GRE and TOEFL Exams or the University Applications?
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Can 8B work out away in which Students can apply for the Scholarships through this website?
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What is the process of getting application waivers
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What if I don't know the course I want to study? Can I still Apply?
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Should I apply through the Common Application or the Coalition Application?
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How many colleges should I apply to in one year?
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How many universities can I apply for under early decision?
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What is the difference between early action and early decision?
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When are the early action and early decision deadlines?
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How do I answer the 'Why this course' essay question?
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How do I answer the 'Why this college' essay question?
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What are the application deadlines for most colleges in the UK?
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How can i know that i have been selected for this scholarship
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Recommendation letters are one of the most critical items during a college application. With the exception of a few universities, most institutions ask students to provide at least one recommendation letter written by an academic instructor. A letter of recommendation attests to the strengths of a student. It tells the admissions committee what grades cannot. Some universities ask for only one recommendation le Read more
As part of the application process, many universities and colleges require applicants to take part in an admissions interview. An admissions interview gives you the opportunity to learn about the university, and for the university to learn about you. If you’ve been invited for an admissions interview , you have to put your best foot forward. While being invited for this interview doesn’t guarantee admi Read more
When you’re applying to universities abroad, you’ll be required to send in your academic documents—such as your diploma and transcripts. But what if your diploma and transcripts are not in English? The good news is that universities will accept your academic transcripts—as long as they’re accompanied by translated notarized copies . Before we explore how you can get your academic d Read more
How to Apply To For an Undergraduate Course Abroad
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You want to apply for college abroad. But there’s one big challenge: you’re unable to raise the application fees. On average college application fees cost $40. Most universities charge around $50, while highly selective schools (such as Stanford) may charge as much as $75. For many international students, application fees can be a big stumbling block—especially if you’re applying to multipl Read more
