How to judge paid mentorship for an app, a research paper or another student project. Ask what the mentor teaches and what your child will do themselves.
Does your child need a paid research/project/paper? Read Post »
What do summer programmes, competitions and research add to a college application? Look at what the experience establishes about the student, and what it leaves unanswered.
Will that summer programme actually help your college application? Read Post »
Harvard or IIT in a programme’s name can mean several things. Check who runs it, how students are selected and how much academic work the experience involves.
Is that ‘Harvard’ or ‘IIT’ programme worth your money? Read Post »
A look at published summer programme fees, what they include, and the additional costs Indian families need to budget before committing.
What the big summer programmes actually cost Read Post »
IOQM, AMC, BMO and other maths contests: what the different routes involve and how to choose a starting point for your child.
Choosing a maths olympiad: a guide for parents Read Post »
The four-year F-1 rule is on hold, CPT guidance has tightened, and OPT still exists. A dated guide for Indian students and parents.
F-1, CPT and OPT: What Is Actually Changing? Read Post »
A completed Common App can still feel disconnected. Learn how to check the full application for contradictions, repetition and missing context.
Does Your Application Hold Together? Read Post »
Use this EA and ED readiness test and printable application control sheet to check essays, recommendations, school documents, aid and submission.
Is Your Application Actually Ready for EA or ED? Read Post »
Considering Bocconi or other European universities? Indian families need to plan for different tests, eligibility rules and application dates.
Adding European Universities to Your List? Start Earlier Than You Think Read Post »
Common App international applicants fell 10%, but total applications still rose. What Indian families should infer before changing a US college list.
International Applicants Fell 10%. Has Admission to US Colleges Become Easier? Read Post »
