Have some extra time during your summer break? Read a few of these books to effortlessly prepare for the SAT in your spare time. These books are the ideal SAT summer reading list. A warning, though, you may enjoy them. SAT Summer Reading List Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe… Read More »SAT Summer Reading List
With the late registration deadline for the June SAT right around the corner, you’re probably deciding whether to take the test or wait until October. Here’s our advice: don’t take the June SAT. Now, here are our reasons: 1. It’s finals time! If your school is on a schedule similar… Read More »Why You Shouldn’t Take the June SAT
Applying to business school? With the lazy days of summer approaching in Dubai, this is the perfect time for you to start your MBA applications so you don’t have to rush through the process. Here’s our advice: 1. Start thinking about the types of programs you’re interested in. Do you… Read More »Applying to Business School? Start NOW!
Here’s a question we are asked frequently: Are the Verbal Sections of the GMAT and SAT like the TOEFL? Our non-native English-speaking students often assume that the verbal section of the SAT or GMAT will be just like the TOEFL. However, the GMAT and SAT could not be more different… Read More »Ask APPLY ME: Are the Verbal Sections of the GMAT and SAT like the TOEFL?
No matter what test you are preparing for or what guide you are using, if you do the things on this list, you are guaranteed to increase your verbal score. Some strategies are long term, while others should be implemented on test day. All of them work. 1. Read more.… Read More »5 Strategies Guaranteed to Increase Your Verbal Score
More and more universities are asking students to submit a student or activity resume’. Like a professional resume’, an activity resume lists your participation in organizations (e.g. Student Council) and any leadership positions you’ve held. Unlike a typical resume’, it doesn’t really list your work experience because it’s unlikely you’ve… Read More »Five Ways to Improve Your Activity Resume’
Here’s a question we are asked frequently: Should I apply to MBA programs in Round 3 or 4? We’re 17 days into the New Year and Round 2 deadlines at many business schools have already passed. If you’re debating whether to apply in Round 3 or Round 4, we’ll make… Read More »Ask APPLY ME: Should I apply to MBA programs in Round 3 or 4?
With the end of fall term and the holidays approaching, many students assume it’s too late to apply to universities in the US, UK, Canada, and Europe. If your friends have already sent off their applications, they may be telling you that it’s too late to apply and you will… Read More »It’s NOT too late to apply!
A student recently sent us this list. We think it’s a great review of what NOT to do. No matter what test you’re studying for or which schools you’re applying to, avoiding these mistakes can really improve your writing. HOW TO WRITE GOOD ENGLISH by Sally Bulford (reprinted without permission… Read More »How to Write Good English
The College Board has released a great college application timeline that will take you from start to finish in the entire process. You can download and print out the timeline here. Be sure to stick it on your wall and use it as a checklist! Extra College Application Timeline Tips… Read More »College Application Timeline for International Students