IVY OPTIONS

With the start of each new year, students and parents approach the college admissions process with renewed energy. New calendars, new goals, and a sense of urgency often fuel motivation, but also misconceptions. While understandable, they can detract from what’s truly important during this critical period. Here are three common college admissions myths we’ve encountered: Myth #1 : “We’ll fix everything in Grade 12.” This is one of the most persistent and harmful assumptions i

As high school students and their parents start the college application process, they may feel pressure to sign up for expensive SAT and ACT tutoring. It’s understandable that they want any possible edge, given the competitive nature of college admissions and the growing number of schools that are no longer test-optional. Most recently, McGill University  announced it will require test scores for most majors from American curriculum applicants, while Princeton will mandate th

For younger students, summer programs at universities can be a fantastic way to explore and deepen academic interests. Whether you opt for a program in the US, the UK, Canada or Europe, these opportunities can help you experience higher-level learning and university life. For students in Grades 8-10 (Years 9-11), attending these programs can be beneficial as long as the topic or topics you will study excite you. Look for a university that offers a good-fit program at a time a