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Benefits of Taking AP (Advanced Placement) Classes in High School

Let us face it, high school is challenging. Students must maintain good grades, take standardized tests like the SAT/ACT and IELTS/TOEFL, apply to college, and keep up with extracurriculars apart from juggling other aspects of their lives. The last thing one may choose to do is take on an extremely demanding course, especially one that is not obligatory. However, now more than ever, we recommend you consider it. Here are five ways AP classes can be worthwhile - 1. Preparation for University AP classes can be as demanding as introductory university courses. They...

Measures to Make Up for Learning Loss

It is safe to say that this has been the most difficult school year for students across the world. The impact of COVID19 has left millions of children out of regular school - a considerable number of whom have had imperative exams postponed and their performance & test scores affected. There is no doubt that gaps in learning will have consequences that will impact the coming years and thus expose myriad challenges for the future. Studies about the extent of learning loss among school children have found that pupils are two...

5 Sure Tips to Help You Navigate Your Journey to University

Applying to university can be an overwhelming process. You are bound to face tough competition especially if you are targeting some of the best schools around the world. Most institutions have a rigorous yet common admissions process; however, it’s not just excellent transcripts (the weightiest document in your application) and test scores that help you secure an acceptance into your dream college, there’s a lot more to it!  The admissions process is not just quantitative but also qualitative! Here are some tips to help you get started:  Challenge Yourself Academically...

How Does High School GPA Affect College Admissions Process?

Getting into elite colleges and universities is a goal for many high school students. Realizing this goal, however, is often a dilemma for students and parents headed towards the dreaded admissions process! There’s all sorts of information and misinformation—about what matters most when it comes to college admissions. Well, for the record, a student’s high school GPA is what matters the most. Even though GPAs are not the only piece examined by admissions officers, it is one of the most important factors in determining winners for scholarships and admissions. What is a...

Qatar’s One-Stop Solution for Academic Enrichment

  Getting into elite colleges and universities is a goal for many high school students. Realizing this goal, however, is often a dilemma for students and parents headed towards the dreaded admissions process! Regardless of the curriculum a student receives education in, most universities expect top grades in the highest level qualifications available for school students, along with strong standardized test scores and excellence in co-curricular activities. As a solid academic track-record is a crucial aspect of the journey to higher studies, StudyPlus Education provides the platform to help achieve it...

What Is a Good SAT Score?

Simply put, a perfect SAT score is 1600, the minimum is 400 and the average score for the class of 2019 was 1080. These numbers, however, do not really tell you the exact score that you are going to need for colleges and universities of your choice. High SAT scores drive merit-based awards at many schools. Thus, earning a top percentile can simultaneously save you a fair amount of money. Students must remember that being in the top ten percentile on the SAT does not guarantee college admission. It is...