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Webinar Transcript: Freshman and Sophomores: What Should I Be Doing?

Elton Lin

This webinar occurred on March 10, 2021 and featured Anthony Su, Katie Young, and Sarah Yiu.

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International Schools to Consider: The United Kingdom

Elton Lin

As you’re figuring out which colleges to put on your apply-to list, it’s worth glancing away from your state universities and the Ivy Leagues for a moment to consider additional options across the Atlantic Ocean.

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Webinar Transcript: Navigating The Changing Standardized Testing Landscape

Elton Lin

This webinar occurred on February 27, 2021 and featured Anthony Su, Katie Young, and Dayna Meyer. Some of the school policies and changes mentioned in the webinar may have been updated by the time you are reading this article.

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International Schools to Consider: Canada

Elton Lin

While your search may have led you to consider your local state colleges and universities, the Ivies, and liberal arts colleges, there’s a world of excellent colleges you may have overlooked -- those in Canada.

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Does Legacy Matter in Admissions?

Elton Lin

With all its essays, criteria, and complexities, the college admissions process is a thorough one, meant to delve deep and really evaluate the merit of students hoping to join the ranks of their dream schools.

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What You Can Do Now To Prepare For College Essays

Elton Lin

There’s a better chunk of the year until college application deadlines start knocking at the door, but there’s still plenty that college-hopefuls can do now to prepare for one of the heftier parts of applications: the college essay.

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2021 Summer Programs with March Deadlines

Elton Lin

If you’ve missed the January and February deadlines for 2021 summer programs, no need to fear! There are many acclaimed summer programs with applications that close as late as March 17.

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5 Questions For Ilumin Consultant, Sarah Yiu

Elton Lin

We asked Sarah five questions to help you get to know her better.

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Girls Who Code Community Partnership with Ilumin education

Elton Lin

Are you a girl or gender non-binary student who likes computers? Does it fascinate you that it’s possible to tell them what to do, and how to handle user reactions? Do you want to learn how to do that?

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