How to Make Your University Application Impressive

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HOW TO MAKE YOUR UNIVERSITY APPLICATION IMPRESSIVE

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Being accepted to the "dream university" is a main focus for many high school students. They stress and worry about how they can make their application the most outstanding, in order to impress the universities they are applying to. To ensure that students are properly prepared, it's important to consider steps students should take before, during and after the application process that can help them to achieve admittance. If students are able to optimize the aspects that go into their application, it will allow them to succeed and receive an offer from their "dream university". Quick Overview: How To Make Your University Application Impressive Before You Begin - YCIS & the University Guidance Programme - Teams, Associations & Clubs - Volunteering & Work Experience During the Application Process - Needed - Possible Requirements After You're Finished - Waiting? - Accepted?

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HOW TO MAKE YOUR UNIVERSITY APPLICATION IMPRESSIVE

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Before You Begin

• ResearchWhere do you want to go? What are your top three university choices?What degree do you want to take? Is that degree offered at your university of choice?Are there any specific requirements needed for that school or degree?

• The two areas that you can prepare for now in order to increase your application quality: 1. Academic 2. Extracurricular Activities

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Before You Begin

YCIS & the University Guidance ProgrammeProvides students with a

University Guidance Counsellor who is

charged with helping foster students’ skills, abilities, and interests.

Teams, Associations & Clubs

Get involved in a club that is related to your future

goals. Start your own association

or organisation.Play on a sports team and show your dedication and

passion for it.

Volunteering & Work Experience

Help out around the community.

Get a job that shows your passion in the degree you

are applying for.Show dedication and

enthusiasm, whether you are volunteering or working.

AcademicExtra-curricular

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During the Application Process

Fill out your application honestly and passionately.

Finish early, if possible, as this shows enthusiasm and

motivation.

Remember that universities focus on the qualities of:• Leadership• Community service• Personal growth

Basic tips to remember while filling out your

application

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During the Application Process

GPA (US and Canada)

Exam scores or predicted results (SAT, ACT, UCAS Tariff Points, A Levels, International Baccalaureate)

Personal Statement

Basic Subject Completion

Needed:Resume

English Proficiency Exam

Art Portfolio

Specific Subject Completion

Possible Requirements:

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After You’re Done

Waiting?

Make sure that you have sent your official transcripts and reports once they are ready.

Universities may ask to interview you before acceptance.

Keep track of the university’s important events and dates.

Application Done…

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After You’re Done

Accepted?

Make sure the acceptance is official, usually official letters

are mailed to your home address You will need to

respond to any offers you receive with a clear yes or

noGet everything prepared for your new adventure

(visa application, housing arrangements,

transportation, etc.)

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