IVY OPTIONS

Graduating this spring with a UC Berkeley-Sciences Po dual degree , Theo is thrilled and relieved that he has secured a job at an AI startup in Manhattan, New York. The French native who grew up in Dubai urges international students aspiring to an American college education to be intentional and realistic from the beginning, noting that careful planning is now essential in navigating the shifting US study and work visa policies. IO: Congratulations on your pending graduation

US universities care about recommendation letters, ranking them just behind grades, test scores, and essays. These letters should highlight both your academic strengths and  your character. You’ll undoubtedly get better letters if you choose the right people to write for you and give them smart, targeted information. WHO WILL WRITE FOR YOU? There are three categories of references requested on Common App (and most other applications): Counselor (mandatory) Teachers (mandatory

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