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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability
no

The Syllabus

Videos
  • Introduction to the course
  • The Realities of Admission: Understanding Options
  • The Realities of Admission: Understanding Timing
  • The Admissions Process and the Course
  • Eight Pieces & Two Questions
  • Being the "Best"
  • The Second Question
  • Different Universities Evaluate Differently
  • Purdue University
  • Montgomery County Community College
  • Rhodes College
  • Santa Clara University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Online Learning Opportunities to Extend Your Skills
Readings
  • FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
  • English Language Testing Information: TOEFL, IELTS, and DET
  • Fall 2020 Admission: For Students Who Have Already Applied
  • Fall 2020 Admission: For Students Who Have Not Applied
  • For All Students: NACAC College Admission Status Update Tool
  • Fall 2021 Admission: SAT & ACT Information
  • Fall 2021 Admission: Test Optional Schools
  • Graduate Admission Information: GRE & GMAT
  • Thoughts on College Rankings
  • "What It Takes” by Ivan Maisel
  • The Selection Process: Online Resources
  • Connect with Our Partner Schools
  • Suggested Readings
  • Instructions for Self-Assessment Quiz 1: Personal Qualities
Practice Exercise
  • Assessment Quiz: Personal Qualities

Videos
  • Importance of Self-Esteem
  • Personal Strengths
  • Study Preferences
  • Academic Qualifications Part 1
  • Academic Qualifications: Testing
  • Non-Academic Qualifications
  • Connecting You with Universities
  • EducationUSA: A U.S. State Department Supported Network
  • EducationUSA Interview Part 1
  • EducationUSA Interview Part 2
  • EducationUSA Interview Part 3
  • EducationUSA Interview Part 4
Readings
  • "5I's" by Eric Furda
  • "4C's" by Eric Furda
  • Notes on Practice Materials and the New SAT
  • "5 College Admission Mistakes International Students Can Avoid" by Amy Rader Kice
  • EducationUSA Resource
  • Additional Resources
  • Instructions for Self-Assessment Quiz 2: Academic Preferences
Practice Exercise
  • Assessment Quiz: Academic Preferences

Videos
  • Beginning your Research
  • Building Your School List
  • Level 1 Research: What You Want
  • Level 1 Research: What is Realistic
  • Level 1 Research: Understanding Your Findings
  • Level 1 Research: Additional Options
  • Level 2 Research
  • Level 3 Research
  • Demonstrated Interest
  • Identifying Reach, Target, and Safety
  • Understanding Deadlines
  • Creating a Plan
  • Financial Aid, Part 1: Cost of a U.S. Education
  • Financial Aid, Part 2: Need-Based Aid
  • Financial Aid, Part 3: Merit-Based Aid
  • Financial Aid, Part 4: Other Types of Funding
  • Financial Aid, Part 5: The Realities of Available Funding
  • Financial Aid, Part 6: Need Blind vs. Need Aware
Readings
  • "Aligning Your Interests With Your College List" by Eric Furda
  • Digging Deeper Into Acceptance Rates
  • Additional Research Resources
  • Articles About the School List
  • Early Admission/Decision Statistics
  • Suggested Reading
  • Financial Aid Resources
  • Exchange Programs and Scholarships

Videos
  • The Application Piece-by-Piece 
  • The First Piece: The Application Form 
  • Academic Documents Part 1
  • Academic Documents Part 2
  • Test Scores: ACT & SAT
  • English Language Proficiency Tests: TOEFL & IELTS
  • Essays 
  • Letters of Recommendation 
  • School Forms
  • Activity List & Résumé
  • Other Requirements
  • Connecting Themes
Readings
  • Application Tips & Notes
  • Understanding Document Requirements
  • Testing Data and Information Resources
  • "That Time I Took the TOEFL" by Meghan McHale
  • "Writing the Essay: Sound Advice from an Expert" by Parke Muth
  • An Essay Should... 
  • "Writing Recommendations" by MIT Admissions
  • "Interviews" by The College Board
  • Essay Resources
  • Letter of Recommendation Resources
  • School Forms Resources
  • Activity List Resources
  • Suggested Reading
  • Instructions for Self-Assessment Quiz: Application Planning
Practice Exercises
  • Assessment Quiz: Application Planning30m
  • Final Examination

Videos
  • Part 1: Getting to Know you
  • Part 2: The Application & Evaluation Processes
  • Part 3: Piece-by-Piece Evaluation
  • Part 4: Additional Information & Advice
  • Part 1: Getting to Know You
  • Part 2: The Application Process
  • Part 3: The Evaluation Processes
  • Part 4: Piece-by-Piece Evaluation
  • Part 5: Additional Information & Advice
  • Part 1: Getting to Know You
  • Part 2: The Application Process
  • Part 3: The Evaluation Processes
  • Part 4: Piece-by-Piece Evaluation
  • Part 5: Additional Information & Advice
  • Part 1: Getting to Know You
  • Part 2: The Application Process
  • Part 3: The Evaluation Processes
  • Part 4: Piece-by-Piece Evaluation
  • Part 5: Additional Information & Advice
  • Part 1: Getting to Know You
  • Part 2: The Application Process
  • Part 3: The Evaluation Processes 
  • Part 4: Piece-by-Piece Evaluation
  • Part 5: Additional Information & Advice
Readings
  • Connect with Montgomery County Community College
  • Connect with Purdue University
  • Connect with Rhodes College
  • Connect with Santa Clara University
  • Connect with University of Pennsylvania

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