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ILUMIN Blog

Helpful tips about college admissions, test preparation and just being a better student, leader and person from ILUMIN Education.

Webinar Transcript: Last Minute Summer Plans

Elton Lin

Today Katie and Sarah will be with us introducing these different options, programs, and really just debriefing this entire process of how to plan out a summer. So we'll be talking a little bit more about that, and then we'll go through all the different options we have available.

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How to Plan for Teachers Letters of Recommendation

Elton Lin

Good letters of recommendation can give colleges insight into the applicant from the teachers’ point of view, revealing personal or academic qualities about the student that grades don’t cover. These letters provide nuance and additional context to reinforce what’s already in the application and vouch for an applicant’s character both as a student and as a human being.

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Affording your Education – Or, Planning for Financial Aid

Elton Lin

It’s expensive to go to college. Whether you are a student about to attend a university for the first time or a parent who wants your child or children to have the best shot in the world, it’s important to educate yourself about financial aid.

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International Schools to Consider: Australia

Elton Lin

If you’re looking for great research opportunities and top-tier higher education, then schools in Australia may be just the thing for you.

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Webinar Transcript: Crafting a Cohesive College List

Elton Lin

This webinar was conducted on March 24, 2021; certain details or statistics may have changed by the time you are reading this transcript. Please request a free consultation if you’d like to get more specific information for your student.

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International Schools to Consider: Hong Kong

Elton Lin

Our last two introductions to international schools—those in Canada and the United Kingdom—may have taken us across the Atlantic Ocean, but now our attention turns towards the many higher education opportunities that lie across the Pacific. As you decide to which colleges you'll be applying this application season, consider putting schools in Hong Kong on your list.

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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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