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College Selection Checklist – Undergraduate

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Do you plan to pursue your undergraduate degree abroad? Are you confused about which college to select for your Under Graduation? Wondering where to begin your application procedure? Then we've got you covered! 

Applications abroad require various parts – as well as getting your records, draft articles, plan for interviews, or even more. With feelings of anxiety, high and cutoff times around the corner, it's difficult to remember everything in your application process. Along these lines, before you present your application, check the rundown underneath to ensure you have every one of the appropriate elements of your application:

  1. Application Form(s);Review the application rules completely, particularly the important requirements, deadlines and significant documents . Fill each segment precisely and totally, re-checking for any mistakes. If you have some queries, send an email to the proper admissions committee at the University for better clearness.
  2. Application Fees; These differ from each university you apply to. Check in case you are qualified for a waiver. For instance, candidates for a full-time frame MBA at a the East Coast University can apply for an expense waiver assuming they meet specific rules, including a GMAT score of somewhere around 670 and at least 4 years of work insight.
  3. Supplemental Form(s); Make sure you have all the important application forms. For example, if you are an undergraduate student applying to colleges in the U.S. then in addition to the Common Application, you may be asked to fill a supplemental form.
  4. Transcripts; most institutions require official grades for subjects studied in School (for undergraduates) or College (for postgraduates). Some Universities may ask you to use an academic credit verification service to obtain a course by course report.
  5. Test Scores;you will need to send the official reports of the exam(s) your institution requires directly from the official reporting agency. At the undergraduate level this may be your ACT / SAT I / SAT II results and at the postgraduate level this could be your GRE / GMAT scores. A college may have a separate standardized test submission deadline, which may be different to the application deadline.
  6. English Proficiency Exam; have you taken the TOEFL or IELTS? These are usually required if your native language is not English. Colleges may waive this requirement if certain prerequisites are met, so check each school’s website to be sure.
  7. Resume; does your resume provide a snapshot of all your academic, professional and personal accomplishments? Does it meet the page limit stipulation and/or any other requirements or expectations?
  8. Essays or Statements of Purpose; each college has their own requirements when it comes to essays, so make sure your essays communicate that you are a right fit.
  9. Letter(s) of Recommendation; have your recommenders uploaded their letters yet? Clearly articulate the deadlines to them and don’t hesitate to follow up and remind them as the deadlines get closer.
  10. Additional requirements;if you are applying to a program that needs additional materials e.g. portfolio, ensure you have met all their specifications.
  11. Financial Aid;gather updated tax returns, income statements and list of assets well in time to fill an accurate form, and don’t forget to submit your application by the financial aid priority deadlines. Research and see the various student loan options available to you as well.
  12. Interview; the interview is your critical final step in the application process. Make sure that you spend enough time prepping for the interviewer, as this is when you really have the chance to “wow” your admissions board and/or alumni interviewer. Juggling academic, professional and extracurricular activities along with college application submissions can be difficult, and I’m sure you are looking to ease the load as soon as possible. However, before you press that “submit” button remember to proofread your work one more time. Ask a close family member or friend to review the complete application, as every eye gravitates towards and catches something different.

Review this checklist to make sure you have everything covered!

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