Canada – The University Guys https://www.theuniversityguys.com Helping students make successful applications to international universities Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:44:27 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://www.theuniversityguys.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/fav-150x150.png Canada – The University Guys https://www.theuniversityguys.com 32 32 ISC Survey 2020: Where are students going? https://www.theuniversityguys.com/isc-survey-2020-where-are-students-going/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=isc-survey-2020-where-are-students-going Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:44:13 +0000 https://www.theuniversityguys.com/?p=6909 Getting firm data as to where UK students choose to study beyond the UK is always a challenge, so we’re grateful that for the last few years the Independent Schools’ Council has included questions in their annual survey of schools. This information shows that around 5% of UK independent school leavers choose an international university, around half of which are heading to the United States. Here’s the key information: For the 5% of pupils who chose to study outside of the UK, the USA is by far the most popular destination attracting 47% of ISC pupils going to overseas universities…ISC pupils go on to a wide range of overseas universities and this range has been expanding year on year. In 2012, fewer than 400 overseas institutions attracted ISC pupils, now there are 474. Finally, pupils choosing to study overseas are not confined to a small number of ISC schools. Pupils from 56% of ISC schools with Year 13 leavers go on to higher education overseas. The top-10 list makes interesting reading, with some of these universities taking very small proportions of their applicants: University of Hong Kong University of Chicago New York University University of Toronto McGill University University of Pennsylvania Brown University University of Southern California Chinese University of Hong Kong Yale University These trends seem to only be growing, with increasing amounts of interest in international applications. Given the complexities involved, with the USA, in particular, requiring about ten times more work than a UCAS application, it seems as if more UK schools are going to have to resource this provision in the years to come.

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Getting firm data as to where UK students choose to study beyond the UK is always a challenge, so we’re grateful that for the last few years the Independent Schools’ Council has included questions in their annual survey of schools. This information shows that around 5% of UK independent school leavers choose an international university, around half of which are heading to the United States. Here’s the key information:

For the 5% of pupils who chose to study outside of the UK, the USA is by far the most popular destination attracting 47% of ISC pupils going to overseas universities…ISC pupils go on to a wide range of overseas universities and this range has been expanding year on year. In 2012, fewer than 400 overseas institutions attracted ISC pupils, now there are 474. Finally, pupils choosing to study overseas are not confined to a small number of ISC schools. Pupils from 56% of ISC schools with Year 13 leavers go on to higher education overseas.

The top-10 list makes interesting reading, with some of these universities taking very small proportions of their applicants:

  1. University of Hong Kong
  2. University of Chicago
  3. New York University
  4. University of Toronto
  5. McGill University
  6. University of Pennsylvania
  7. Brown University
  8. University of Southern California
  9. Chinese University of Hong Kong
  10. Yale University

These trends seem to only be growing, with increasing amounts of interest in international applications. Given the complexities involved, with the USA, in particular, requiring about ten times more work than a UCAS application, it seems as if more UK schools are going to have to resource this provision in the years to come.

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Supporting students with applications to Canadian Colleges and Universities https://www.theuniversityguys.com/supporting-students-with-applications-to-canadian-colleges-and-universities/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=supporting-students-with-applications-to-canadian-colleges-and-universities Wed, 29 Apr 2020 20:23:28 +0000 https://www.theuniversityguys.com/?p=6038 Chelsea Ljutic of the High Commission of Canada joined David to answer questions about Canadian admissions, after a short overview of the key features of Canadian university and college applications and an overview of the support available to advisers and counselors from the High Commission.

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Chelsea Ljutic of the High Commission of Canada joined David to answer questions about Canadian admissions, after a short overview of the key features of Canadian university and college applications and an overview of the support available to advisers and counselors from the High Commission.

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Highly Selective Universities Town Hall, April 29th 2020 https://www.theuniversityguys.com/highly-selective-universities-town-hall-april-29th-2020/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=highly-selective-universities-town-hall-april-29th-2020 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 20:04:34 +0000 https://www.theuniversityguys.com/?p=6034 Featuring McGill University, the University of Oxford and Vanderbilt University.

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Featuring McGill University, the University of Oxford and Vanderbilt University.

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Finding Fit in US Admissions Webinar https://www.theuniversityguys.com/finding-fit-in-us-admissions-webinar/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=finding-fit-in-us-admissions-webinar Fri, 27 Mar 2020 17:08:38 +0000 https://www.theuniversityguys.com/?p=5860 The post Finding Fit in US Admissions Webinar appeared first on The University Guys.

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Podcast Episode 41: Q&A on Uni entry in 2020 https://www.theuniversityguys.com/podcast-episode-41/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podcast-episode-41 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 11:28:20 +0000 https://www.theuniversityguys.com/?p=5814 On Friday 20th March 2020, I moderated a Q&A session on the changed university admissions processes in the UK, and for students from the UK holding international offers. Experts Alan Bullock (Alan Bullock Careers), Melanie Moorehouse (St Clare’s Oxford), Mike Nicholson (University of Bath) and Anne Richardson (The American School in London) answered questions submitted from those attending the live webinar. Show notes: NACAC link referred to by Anne: https://www.nacacnet.org/college-admission-status-coronavirus

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On Friday 20th March 2020, I moderated a Q&A session on the changed university admissions processes in the UK, and for students from the UK holding international offers.

Experts Alan Bullock (Alan Bullock Careers), Melanie Moorehouse (St Clare’s Oxford), Mike Nicholson (University of Bath) and Anne Richardson (The American School in London) answered questions submitted from those attending the live webinar.

Show notes: NACAC link referred to by Anne: https://www.nacacnet.org/college-admission-status-coronavirus

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Canadian Universities Webinar https://www.theuniversityguys.com/canadian-universities-webinar/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=canadian-universities-webinar Tue, 25 Feb 2020 09:31:15 +0000 http://theuniversityguys.com/2020-2-25-canadian-universities-webinar/ The post Canadian Universities Webinar appeared first on The University Guys.

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Podcast Episode 36: In conversation with Dan Seneker of Bishop’s University https://www.theuniversityguys.com/podcast-episode-36-in-conversation-with-dan-seneker-of-bishops-university/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podcast-episode-36-in-conversation-with-dan-seneker-of-bishops-university Mon, 17 Feb 2020 11:40:58 +0000 http://theuniversityguys.com/2020-2-17-podcast-episode-36-in-conversation-with-dan-seneker-of-bishops-university/ In my final episode of this mini-series on Canada, I discuss the trends, changes and predictions in Canadian Higher Education with Dan Seneker, Director of Student Recruitment and Retention at Bishop’s University in Canada.

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In my final episode of this mini-series on Canada, I discuss the trends, changes and predictions in Canadian Higher Education with Dan Seneker, Director of Student Recruitment and Retention at Bishop’s University in Canada.

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Podcast Episode 35: Top Tips for Canadian Applications, with Craig Brown https://www.theuniversityguys.com/podcast-episode-35-top-tips-for-canadian-applications-with-craig-brown/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podcast-episode-35-top-tips-for-canadian-applications-with-craig-brown Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:20:13 +0000 http://theuniversityguys.com/2020-2-13-podcast-episode-34-top-tips-for-canadian-applications-with-craig-brown/ Craig Brown, Director of University Guidance at Shawnigan Lake School in Canada, gives me his top tips for any students thinking about applying to universities in Canada.

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Craig Brown, Director of University Guidance at Shawnigan Lake School in Canada, gives me his top tips for any students thinking about applying to universities in Canada.

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Podcast Episode 34: Sports at Canadian Universities https://www.theuniversityguys.com/podcast-episode-34-sports-at-canadian-universities/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podcast-episode-34-sports-at-canadian-universities Sat, 08 Feb 2020 10:29:25 +0000 http://theuniversityguys.com/2020-2-8-podcast-episode-34-sports-at-canadian-universities/ There’s lots of information around about sports at US universities, but what is the situation in Canada? In this episode, I discuss opportunities for talented athletes with Leanne Stillman, Assistant Registrar, International Recruitment and Admissions at the University of Guelph, and her colleague Meaghan Howett. For more information visit https://www.uoguelph.ca/ and https://gryphons.ca/

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There’s lots of information around about sports at US universities, but what is the situation in Canada? In this episode, I discuss opportunities for talented athletes with Leanne Stillman, Assistant Registrar, International Recruitment and Admissions at the University of Guelph, and her colleague Meaghan Howett. For more information visit https://www.uoguelph.ca/ and https://gryphons.ca/

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Making the most of a US or international university fair https://www.theuniversityguys.com/making-the-most-of-a-us-or-international-university-fair/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=making-the-most-of-a-us-or-international-university-fair Sat, 21 Sep 2019 20:20:16 +0000 http://ug.hawkeyedesign.co.uk/2019/09/21/2019-9-21-making-the-most-of-a-us-or-international-university-fair/ Around the world, students have opportunities to attend international university fairs. To support students attending these events, here is a guide to making the most out of the opportunities to make a good impression and have questions answered: Key point: Many of the people representing the universities are the actual people who will read your application and who will recommend to their colleague if their university should admit you or not. Therefore, this is more than just a fact-finding exercise, but potentially a key step in your application. Before the fair: Dress in appropriate clothing, either school uniform or smart / smart-casual Consider creating a new email address specifically for college applications. The universities you meet will want to take down a contact email address and having one address for this is quite useful. Make sure the address you choose is appropriate and formal. Plan ahead by looking through who will be attending the fair. Those of you who are in the current application cycle should be preparing questions to ask the representative (and not just simple questions which can be found on the first page of a website). Arrange to speak to your primary advisor about which universities you should aim to speak with. This is a really great opportunity for you to explore the wealth of options out there – don’t simply only speak to those universities you have already heard of. At the fair: Please try to work out who is manning each stand (I can help with this if you are unsure). Rather than wasting your time in queuing to see someone who actually can’t really help you, please come and speak to us so that we can tell you which other stands it is worth your time visiting. When you approach a representative, please introduce yourself formally. Ask questions about the university, either those you have prepared yourself by researching beforehand or using the questions below. Take notes about what you’ve found out. Make sure you get an email address and name of the person you spoke with so that you can follow up via email after the fair. Check back in with us before you leave with your impressions and feedback from your college conversations. After the fair: Review all the materials you have been given, alongside your notes. Follow up via email with the colleges that most interested you. Some possible questions to ask: What makes your college unique? What academic programs is your college most known for? How would you describe the kids that go there? Where do most of them come from? Where do kids hang out on campus? What happens on weekends—are there things to do on campus or in town, or do most kids go home? Are fraternities and sororities a big part of campus life? What are the housing options for freshmen? Do many students live off campus? Is there a sports complex or fitness centre? What are the most popular clubs and activities? What’s the security like on campus? What’s the surrounding area like? Is it easy to get around? What are the most popular majors? How would you describe the academic pressure and workload? What support services are available (academic advisers, tutors, etc.)? What’s the faculty like? How accessible are they outside of class? Are there opportunities for internships? Is there job placement help for graduates? Are any big changes in the works that I should know about?

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Around the world, students have opportunities to attend international university fairs.

To support students attending these events, here is a guide to making the most out of the opportunities to make a good impression and have questions answered:

Key point:

  • Many of the people representing the universities are the actual people who will read your application and who will recommend to their colleague if their university should admit you or not. Therefore, this is more than just a fact-finding exercise, but potentially a key step in your application.

Before the fair:

  • Dress in appropriate clothing, either school uniform or smart / smart-casual

  • Consider creating a new email address specifically for college applications. The universities you meet will want to take down a contact email address and having one address for this is quite useful. Make sure the address you choose is appropriate and formal.

  • Plan ahead by looking through who will be attending the fair. Those of you who are in the current application cycle should be preparing questions to ask the representative (and not just simple questions which can be found on the first page of a website).

  • Arrange to speak to your primary advisor about which universities you should aim to speak with. This is a really great opportunity for you to explore the wealth of options out there – don’t simply only speak to those universities you have already heard of.

At the fair:

  • Please try to work out who is manning each stand (I can help with this if you are unsure). Rather than wasting your time in queuing to see someone who actually can’t really help you, please come and speak to us so that we can tell you which other stands it is worth your time visiting.

  • When you approach a representative, please introduce yourself formally.

  • Ask questions about the university, either those you have prepared yourself by researching beforehand or using the questions below. Take notes about what you’ve found out.

  • Make sure you get an email address and name of the person you spoke with so that you can follow up via email after the fair.

  • Check back in with us before you leave with your impressions and feedback from your college conversations.

After the fair:

  • Review all the materials you have been given, alongside your notes.

  • Follow up via email with the colleges that most interested you.

Some possible questions to ask:

  • What makes your college unique?

  • What academic programs is your college most known for?

  • How would you describe the kids that go there? Where do most of them come from?

  • Where do kids hang out on campus?

  • What happens on weekends—are there things to do on campus or in town, or do most kids go home?

  • Are fraternities and sororities a big part of campus life?

  • What are the housing options for freshmen?

  • Do many students live off campus?

  • Is there a sports complex or fitness centre?

  • What are the most popular clubs and activities?

  • What’s the security like on campus?

  • What’s the surrounding area like? Is it easy to get around?

  • What are the most popular majors?

  • How would you describe the academic pressure and workload?

  • What support services are available (academic advisers, tutors, etc.)?

  • What’s the faculty like? How accessible are they outside of class?

  • Are there opportunities for internships?

  • Is there job placement help for graduates?

  • Are any big changes in the works that I should know about?

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