international education | University Bound

jzlevison

Aug 27, 20232 min

The U.S. Affirmative Action Ruling Reverberates Abroad

For my high-school students in Europe, the news from the U.S. usually has the feel of dispatches from a distant, parallel universe. But...

jzlevison

Apr 30, 20224 min

Being Smart About Admissions Means Managing Uncertainty

May 1 used to be hailed in the US as College Decision Day, since that was the deadline by which students had to accept or decline their...

jzlevison

Feb 6, 20223 min

Don't Get Lost In Translation

What’s the difference between a course and a major? Or a Baccalaureate and a Bachelor’s? There is not only an ocean between the US and...

jzlevison

Aug 30, 20213 min

The Early Decision Decision

Early or regular decision? In addition to managing tests, grades, research, recommendations, resumes, essays, and deadlines, many...

jzlevison

Jul 6, 20213 min

The Truth About the College Essay

When it comes to writing the college essay, it seems like everyone has advice. Precisely because it is personal and subjective, the...

jzlevison

Jun 1, 20213 min

The Pandemic's Lesson of Resilience

Resilience is the new buzzword in university admissions. And maybe it’s the key to pandemic survival and recovery, and maybe it’s a key...

jzlevison

Apr 12, 20213 min

International Students: You Can Qualify for U.S. Financial Aid

As senior-year students spend these weeks mulling over their university options, too many feel like they’re facing a financial brick...

jzlevison

Mar 20, 20211 min

The UB4U Library Launch

The UB4U Library is open for business. It’s an easy, visual, one-stop, no-cost knowledge shop for university-bound students and families....