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Discovering About the University of Chicago | A Student's Insight
College Counseling

University of Chicago: A Students View.

My ‘Why UChicago’ essay was longer than most newspaper articles.  Therefore, as you might’ve guessed, I arrived at the University with high expectations. My head was ringing with visions of school-wide scavenger hunts, bizarre class lists, and professors who re-enact

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Setting smart goal
Study Skills

Five Tips to Help You Reach Your Study Goal

At some point in the year, just about every student I work with will comment about having deadlines that they are struggling to meet. For many it is just a short term challenge but for a few it can become a cause of stress and anxiety that impacts on the academic and extra-curricular work together with their relationships with those close to them.

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Importance of Reading Habits in Students for College Admissions
Admissions

Your Reading Habits can help you Win your Dream College

Most colleges expect you to demonstrate critical thinking skills in numerous ways.

The simple reason: they are looking at crafting a well-informed community. A typical classroom environment in the US and UK involves engaging discussions filled with perspectives and counter-perspectives. Moreover, tons of student clubs and organizations drive the campus spirit.

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Who to Ask for a Recommendation Letter for College Application?
College Applications

Who to ask for a Recommendation Letter?

                    It is normal for colleges to ask you to send one or more letters of recommendation as part of your college application. Applications for competitive summer programs are another occasion

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Tips for Successful Online Learning | Strategies for Virtual Learning
Student Life

Tips for Successful Online Study

Students all over the world are having to get used to learning in a new way. Many Ivy Central students have had to adjust to online lessons so here are a few lessons to pass on to anybody who is

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Admissions

Top Qualities Students Should Demonstrate to Colleges.

One of the most common questions college counselors hear is, “How do I get accepted by a particular university?”  While each college or university in the USA has unique criteria, some qualities are universally valued in the admissions process. Here’s

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