Athletic Recruitment in US universities

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After her outstanding performance at the Beijing Winter Olympics, Eileen Gu has generated many parents' interest in entering prestigious US universities as student-athletes.

“Deferred” And “Waiting List” Applicants? Here Are The Steps.

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With top universities receiving record amounts of applications each application cycle, even qualified applicants could receive a deferred decision letter.

Ending your essay with a “bang”

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The end of your essay is your last chance to give the reader a deep impression of you, and you want to make it count. Make it vivid and full of impact.

Applying to Australian Universities

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There's a world of universities out there - consider Australia! Learn about the advantages of Australian universities, which to consider, and how to apply.

Getting Started with your UCAS Personal Statement

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Many students struggle with their UCAS personal statements. Indeed, showcasing your academic ability and achievement within 4,000 characters is not an easy task. Learn how important it is to the UK admissions process and what to write about!

School Research Doesn’t Have To Be a Drag!

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There's no need to feel overwhelmed while staring at a school website. Check out our latest blog where we break down the do's and don'ts of school research!

Thinking of Studying in the UK?

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The UK higher education has always been a popular choice for international students because of its world-class institutions and rich cultural diversity, but British universities are not for everybody. Learn the distinctive characteristics of the UK education before deciding if it is the right choice for you!

UK vs US vs Canada vs Australia: Where should you choose to study abroad?

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About The Edge The Edge Learning Center is Hong Kong’s premier Test Preparation, Academic Tutoring, and Admissions Consulting services provider. Founded in 2008, The Edge has helped thousands of students improve their ACT and SAT scores as well as their IB and AP grades. The AC team has just finished off another successful period in which students […]

Fancy a Free Foundation Year at Cambridge?

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A new Foundation Year programme has been launched at Cambridge, offering students from disadvantaged backgrounds a new pathway to undergraduate study. Find out from Karen, our Oxbridge admissions consultant, the details of this exciting opportunity...

Extracurricular Activities During The Pandemic

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The COVID-19 pandemic shouldn't prevent us from pursuing our extracurricular passions. Read on to see how you can adjust your activities and even take up new pursuits!

5 Key Things to Ace Your Admission Interview

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The interview is, for many applicants, one of the most stressful steps in the application process. In virtually every other part of the application, you have time to think, consider, re-write, etc., whereas the interview is unpredictable and requires answers to be given immediately. However, being a good interviewee is a skill just like any other – one that you can improve with practice and preparation. Let’s get into some of the key things you can do to ensure that you ace your interview.

Did the Chicken Come Before the Egg?

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Which comes first, the chicken or the egg? This was a question a good friend of mine at Cambridge studied in detail during the Biological Natural Sciences course (and apparently this old-time riddle can be unscrambled with the principles of evolutionary biology). But picking the right course and university is no chicken and egg scenario, […]

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