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Dear ApplicantsMatthias Journey: Understanding The US Admissions System, Pursuing Four Degrees & The Importance of Networking | Ep. 28Matthias joins us once again on Dear Applicants as he dives deeper into the intricacies of his academic journey and reveals secrets behind successful US university admissions. He shares what he would have done differently if he could go back in time, as well as some networking and job hunting tips that can help set you on the path to success.
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2023-12-1539 min
Dear ApplicantsFrom Singapore to the UK: Serene's Experience Studying & Living in the UK and Exploring New Cultures | Ep. 27On this episode of Dear Applicants, we're joined by Serene, a valuable member of the IvyPrep team, as she takes us on a captivating journey through her experience living in the UK. Join us as she unveils the intricacies of cultural differences, reflects on the challenges encountered when embarking on a solo journey abroad, and reminisces about the delightful experiences that enriched her time living in the UK.
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2023-12-0141 min
Dear ApplicantsInside IvyPrep: Justin's Journey To Admissions Consulting & What Makes IvyPrep Different | Ep. 26Welcome to a special episode featuring our CEO at IvyPrep, Justin! Join us as he unfolds his journey from the United States to Southeast Asia, sharing insights on his career in admissions consulting, as well as how his path led him to IvyPrep. Dive deep into the world of university admissions as we uncover the strategies and insights that make IvyPrep unique, as well as the unwavering support IvyPrep provides in guiding students and families through the journey to academic achievement.
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2023-11-171h 09
Dear ApplicantsNavigating the University Admissions Journey: Beatrice's Experience as a Parent | Ep. 25In this episode, we take a closer look at the university admissions process through the eyes of a parent, Beatrice! Join us as she shares her experiences, challenges, and valuable insights, offering a unique perspective on guiding her children through the complex world of university applications.
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2023-11-0333 min
Dear ApplicantsDivya's Postgraduate Journey: From Brown to Cambridge, Interests in Pole Sports & Future Plans | Ep. 24Divya joins us today on Dear Applicants once again to share more about her postgraduate journey at Cambridge! She shares more about how different applying to postgraduate programs is as compared to undergraduate programs, as well as her interests in pole sports that grew during her time in university which led her to her unique plans for the future.
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2023-10-0634 min
Dear ApplicantsAn Insight into Oxford Admissions: Rory's Life at Bailiol College, Exploring Gap Years & Perspectives of the Admission Process | Ep. 23Today, we are joined by Rory, an Oxford graduate, who shares more about his experience at Oxford as well as his thoughts on the Oxbridge admissions process. He shares personal experiences, discusses the significance of extracurricular activities, and offers practical advice on preparing standout personal statements and excelling in interviews. You don't want to miss this episode!
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2023-09-2244 min
Dear ApplicantsCharting a Dream Career: Geraldine's Journey in Education, Kings College & Columbia | Ep. 22In this exciting episode, Geraldine, now an EdTech Partner Manager at AWS, unfolds her unique journey. Starting with her early aspirations that led her to obtaining an MOE scholarship to become a Geography teacher, she delves into her formative experiences during secondary school and the strategic decisions behind studying overseas. As we continue to traverse her academic path, Geraldine shares with us about her enriching experiences at Kings College and Columbia University. Learn what captivated her about Kings, the advantages Columbia offered, and the intriguing shift from an educational role to her current position in a tech company.
2023-09-0142 min
Dear ApplicantsDivya's Journey to Brown: From Exploring Interests in High School To Pursuing Philosophy & Literature at Brown | Ep. 21Divya, one of our Strategists here at IvyPrep, joins us today on Dear Applicants to take us on her inspiring journey through her high school years, where she transformed her passions and interests into pursuing Philosophy and Comparative Literature at Brown. Find out more about her life at UWC, her captivating Common App essay that got her into Brown, as well as some valuable tips she offers to aspiring students dreaming of pursuing their education in the United States.
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2023-08-1839 min
Dear ApplicantsJourneying High School Life: Wendy's Time at SAS, The AP Curriculum & The Road To NYU Stern | Ep. 20In today's episode of Dear Applicants, we have a special guest – Wendy, one of our students – who joins us to share more about her journey from high school to NYU Stern, where she will be in the fall. Learn more about her experience at Singapore American School, the activities she partook in, as well as the internship experience she had which inspired her future career path.
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2023-08-0431 min
Dear ApplicantsA Career In Tech: What's That Like, Transitioning From A Diplomat To Tech & Judy's Experience At NUS & Columbia | Ep. 19On today's episode, we chat with Judy Goh, a Trust & Safety Officer at TikTok, as she brings us through her journey from studying Environmental Studies at NUS, to a Master of Public Administration at Columbia. Find out more about how she transitioned from humanities to tech, and more about what a career in tech might look like!
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2023-07-2136 min
Dear ApplicantsIsaac's Roadmap to University: Crafting a Winning Profile, Cambridge Interviews & Future Pathways | Dear Applicants Ep. 18Isaac, our lead profile-building mentor at IvyPrep chats with us about his roadmap to university from Cambridge to Duke-NUS. Delve into his fascinating array of extracurricular involvements and gain invaluable tips for crafting a winning profile that captivates admissions officers, as well as his insights on transitioning from law to medicine.
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2023-07-071h 05
Dear ApplicantsFrom Sea to Classroom: Jacob's Naval Academy Journey & Insights on SAT Prep | Dear Applicants Ep. 17In this episode, Jacob, our Math SAT teacher here at IvyPrep, joins us to share his unique experiences of serving in the Navy! Discover more about his background and gain valuable insights into the application process. Additionally, hear his thoughts on SAT preparation, particularly in relation to the new digital SAT format.
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2023-06-2325 min
Dear ApplicantsThe Admissions Process: Visakan's Oxford Application & Future Plans | Ep. 16Visakan joins us again on another Dear Applicants episode to share more about his experience applying to universities, namely Oxford. He talks about the process and interviews he faced, as well as shares some tips and insights for students who are planning to apply to university.
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2023-06-1616 min
Dear ApplicantsVisakan's Path To University: From Math Olympiads to Creating Social Impact | Ep. 15Visakan, an accomplished 18-year-old graduate of Raffles Institution joins us on today's episode of the Dear Applicants podcast and shares his journey of discovering and pursuing his interests. He shares how he went from math olympiads to tutoring, writing a book, and ultimately founding his own non-profit organization to promote financial literacy.
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2023-06-0928 min
Dear ApplicantsBeyond Academics: Life at Yale-NUS & The Admissions Consulting Space | Ep. 14Pragya joins us on another episode of Dear Applicants as she shares more about her journey at Yale-NUS. From her involvement in various extracurricular activities to her role as a residential college advisor, she also delves into her career in the admissions consulting space, shedding light on its mechanics and emphasizing the value of seeking guidance from a consultant.
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2023-06-0214 min
Dear ApplicantsExploring Opportunities: Growing Up in India, Studying Abroad in Singapore | Ep. 13Join Pragya, one of IvyPrep's client advisors, this week on Dear Applicants as she takes us on a captivating journey from her childhood in Amritsar, India, to her decision to pursue higher education in vibrant Singapore at Yale-NUS College. Gain unique insights into the experiences, challenges, and personal growth she encountered during her time moving to Singapore.
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2023-05-2921 min
Dear ApplicantsMasters at Cambridge: Life on Campus & The Differences Between UK and US | Ep. 12On today's episode of Dear Applicants, Brandon joins us again to share more about his experience studying at Cambridge for his Masters, and the differences he noted between studying in the United States and the United Kingdom. He also gives some insights about his current role as a consultant here at IvyPrep.
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2023-05-1914 min
Dear ApplicantsFrom Boarding School to Cornell: How's Life Studying Abroad? | Ep. 11Brandon, one of our consultants here at IvyPrep, joins us today to share about his experience studying abroad, from Norway at UWC, to the United States at Cornell. He shares with us his journey on deciding to study overseas, the unique opportunities he obtained whilst studying in boarding school, and his admissions journey to Cornell.
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2023-05-1221 min
Dear ApplicantsA Teacher's Journey: Studying at Rutgers & Discovering Passion | Ep. 10On today's episode, Faith joins us once again to share more about her experience studying in Rutgers University. We also delve into her journey of becoming an educator, from her early days as a school teacher to her current position running the SAT program at IvyPrep. Join us as we explore her fascinating insights and valuable lessons learned along the way.
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2023-05-0517 min
Dear ApplicantsGrowing Up in the US vs Singapore: The Differences in Life and Education | Ep. 9Have you wondered how different growing up is in the United States as compared to Singapore? On today's episode, Faith, one of our teachers shares her experience growing up in Toms River in New Jersey, her interests and passion, and how her journey of being an educator started.
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2023-04-2821 min
Dear ApplicantsDeciding On Your Dream University: The Decision Process & Getting Accepted | Ep. 8How can you make better decisions on where to study in the future? On today's episode, Megan joins us once again to share more about her university admissions experience, from the initial decision-making process to the actual experience of finally getting accepted to Cornell!
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2023-04-2116 min
Dear ApplicantsWhat Makes A Successful Profile: Passions, Opportunities & Independence | Ep. 7Megan, an IvyPrep student, joins us today to talk about her experience being a student while venturing into other opportunities that build her profile.In this week's episode, she shares more about her experience going through boarding school, her passion for computer science, and even her own sticker business!
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2023-04-1422 min
Dear ApplicantsLife at UCLA: Choosing US Universities & Debunking Myths | Ep. 6Hugo, our client advisor, joins us once again on Dear Applicants to share more about his experience studying at UCLA! He shares more about his decision-making process whilst choosing the many universities available to him at the time, why he ended up choosing UCLA, and he debunks some myths about studying at UCLA.
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2023-03-3118 min
Dear ApplicantsThe Community College Pathway: How Does It Work & Hugo's Experience | Ep. 5Our very own client advisor Hugo joins us on Dear Applicants today to share his unconventional journey of overcoming challenges and pursuing his education in the United States!
From studying at Foothill Community College to UCLA, he opens up about the decisions he had to make and the unique experiences he had along the way. Stay tuned for next week's episode as he dives deeper into his experiences at UCLA!
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2023-03-2426 min
Dear ApplicantsUnleashing Your Potential at Grade 11: Essay Competitions & Passion Projects | Ep. 4IvyPrep's LEAP Scholarship student, Jason joins us today on Dear Applicants to share his fascinating journey with us, which we're sure will inspire and motivate many aspiring students out there.
A current UWCSEA Student, he talks about his experience joining essay competitions and winning the John Locke Essay Writing Competition, and his activities beyond the classroom, while sharing some of his future plans after graduating from high school.
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2023-03-1040 min
Dear ApplicantsThe Flexibility of U.S Education: Graduating With 4 Degrees & Life at Penn | Ep. 3Penn graduate Matthias chats with us about his application process and experience studying at the University of Pennsylvania.
A former Raffles Institution student, he shares with us about his journey from completing his A-Levels to obtaining the SAF Overseas Scholarship, while providing insights into the university admissions process, the transition of moving from Singapore to the United States, and his life at UPenn.
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2023-02-2439 min
Dear ApplicantsThe Yale Experience: Flexibility, Delicious College Food & Shopping Week | Ep. 2Yale Graduate Qihan shares about his university application journey - and his college experience.
Qihan came from Singapore, Hwa Chong Institution, taking the A-levels, been through 2 years of National Service (Army), and eventually landed him a spot at Yale.
He talks about the elements and life experiences that brought his college application together and also recounts the experiences he had in college - the NS stories that created much self-reflection, the friends he made, the crazy hall food rush at 6pm, and many more.
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2023-02-1044 min
Dear ApplicantsStudying at UPenn: The Admissions Process, Life in the US & Toast-Mobiles? | Ep. 1If you have always wanted an insider's sharing about what an Ivy League University experience is like, we've brought on Petra.
Petra came from a South East Asian international school and eventually went to the University of Pennsylvania.
Sharing with our host Jonty, Petra talks about what she enjoyed most about studying in the US, her 'philly' experience - great weather, outdoor sports, toast mobiles - and all the other great stuff that made her US experience phenomenal.
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2023-01-2726 min