The admission officer from Johns Hopkins University visited Seoul Scholars International on Sep 15th. Academics at JHU Research: Johns Hopkins is America’s first research university and #1 for research investment. 80% of students participate in the research program. Internship: The university offers one-on-one work with academic advisors and faculty mentors to students. Through this personalized...
Admission officers from three US public universities- University of Colorado Boulder, Rutgers, and Wisconsin-Madison visited Seoul Scholars International. They talked about admission checklist and the life on campus. All three universities are using holistic reveiw (SAT/ACT is optional and no minimum GPA) in their admissions. They consider applicant’s performance in rigorous coursework (in variety courses),...
The UCSC has visited our Seoul International Scholars and gave updates in their college admission. 1. The test is conducted with blinds. Admission will not consider an applicant’s test scores, such as SAT/ACT/ even if they are submitted. 2. If you’ve completed all or some high school or secondary school in a country where English...
The University of Miami held a virtual college admission briefing for our SSI. Helpful Info for college applications (from the International Admissions Director at Miami University: Mindy Yiu) Most universities are taking a holistic approach on candidates- more than numbers. Grades are important, scores are important, but you cannot appeal to a top university without...
The UC system consists of campuses of nine departments, and uses one application application system for all schools. The deadline is November 30 and the test is conducted with blinds(can self-report, can only be seen once you’re matriculated for placement purposes). After passing the English proficiency test, sign an offer letter. -waitlist: sign the offer...
The University of Southern California visited Seoul Scholar International. Their international admissions officer explained how to prepare high school students if they want to attend USC. USC is a top 20 university in the U.S. and is a good university in the city. USC previously did not have an early action, but it introduced an...
NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global...
Brandeis University, Case Western University, George Washington University and the University of Rochester will hold an online info session for counselors. Admissions representatives from each of the institutions will answer questions our counselors have about best supporting our students.
