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2024 Open Seminar: Focusing on Activities & Competitions

We had our first open seminar of the 2024 Fall semester on September 26, focusing on Activities & Competitions. The presentation covered key aspects of the college application process, such as application requirements, standardized testing, and the critical role of extracurricular activities (ECs). It provided a clear timeline outlining when students should begin preparing for […]...

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2024 SSI College Visit – Northeastern University

Northeastern University Northeastern University offers a dynamic and global approach to education, providing students with a world-class academic experience across multiple campuses and unique learning opportunities. Campuses Northeastern’s campus network extends across key global cities, allowing students to experience diverse cultural and academic settings: Boston (main campus) London Oakland Ne...

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2024 SSI College Visit – Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University (JHU) offers a dynamic academic environment and unparalleled opportunities for research and professional development. Academics and Research: -68% of students pursue a double major or minor. -JHU remains the #1 research university, with 80% of undergraduates gaining at least one research experience, supported by $3.4 billion in research funding. -98% of students […]...

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2024 SSI College Visit – Washington University

On Tuesday, September 3, students had the opportunity to learn about Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) during an insightful session led by a university representative, Mr. Andrew Wesselmann. The visit provided a detailed overview of what makes WashU a distinctive choice for higher education. As a mid-sized, private research institution, WashU offers students significant […]...

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2024 SSI College Visit – UC Irvine

2024 SSI College Visit – UC Irvine

UC Irvine is one of the 10 UC campuses located in California, USA. The university is known for academic excellence, a focus on interdisciplinary and experiential study, and learning opportunities designed to allow students the chance to make a real-world impact during their undergraduate years. 1.Academic Excellence-About 29,000 undergraduate enrollments-About 7,000 graduate enrollments-One-year r...

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2024 SSI College Visit – Singapore Management University

On Thursday, August 29th, our students had the opportunity to learn about Singapore Management University (SMU) during an informative session led by an admissions representative, Mr. Jeffrey Ang, from the university. The visit was part of our ongoing efforts to provide students with insights into global educational opportunities. SMU, the youngest of Singapore’s public universities, [&hellip...

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