Education

How to deal with college finals stress


By Cole Claybourn Final exam week and the weeks leading up to it can be an especially stressful time for college students. While some stress may stem from poor time management and preparation, students may also worry about how a low test score could affect their course grade and future goals. Plus, many courses have end-of-term projects due...

5 passion projects that admission officers loved


By Violet W What is the secret to getting an acceptance letter versus a rejection? Ultimately, it comes down to the resume. Accepted students have more than just strong academics; they also have been heavily involved in school clubs, volunteer work, and other extracurricular activities. We've interviewed dozens of admissions officers and students at top schools, BS/MD programs,...

Zakir Naik: Extremism in the name of Religion and Brotherhood


By Vipul Tamhane Zakir Naik is a controversial figure within the Islamic world, and his influence on Islam is a matter of debate. He has been linked to militant groups like Al-Qaeda and has been charged for showing his support. He has also been charged with involvement in various illicit activities in support of terrorism...

Urban, Suburban and Rural Colleges: How to Choose


By Cole Claybourn Location is one of the many important factors prospective students weigh when choosing where to go to college. This decision isn't just about how far they'll be from home – it's also about the kind of place they're in, whether that's a big city, a small college town or the quiet countryside. Each setting – urban,...

Terrorism factory of the world in transition


 How Taliban vs ISIS and Pakistan’s economic crisis reflects on global terrorism  By Vipul Tamhane The regime change in Afghanistan brought a Taliban again to power but it was not the same puppet Taliban which played in the hands of its ISI handlers at Rawalpindi. China was a big stakeholder in the development and was looking...

Studying Abroad as a Premed Student: What to Know By Rachel Rizal, MD


With the COVID-19 pandemic all but over, college students are once again considering study abroad opportunities. Studying abroad can provide unique cultural, personal and professional growth experiences. Premedical students who pursue health-related classes, volunteering and internships while abroad can learn about how medicine works in other countries. These experiences give them insights into other health care system...

How to appeal a Financial Aid Award


By Violet W As school decisions begin to be announced, students and their families should review their financial aid offers and calculate the actual cost of attending the university. Most universities allow financial aid appeals, but the process and reasons that they will accept for a change in financial aid offers can vary greatly. If you...

How to support a kid with test anxiety


By Andrew Warner   It's normal for students to feel nervous before or during a test. But when test time consistently brings symptoms like a headache, shortness of breath or difficulty concentrating, it may indicate something more serious: test anxiety. Test anxiety is fairly common, with researchers estimating that somewhere between 25-40 percent of students in the U.S. experience it....

Retaking the MCAT: What to Know


Taking the MCAT is a hurdle that U.S. medical school hopefuls must clear, and deciding whether to retake the exam after an unsatisfactory first effort should involve several considerations, experts say. Why is the MCAT important?   Med schools consider multiple factors when making admissions decisions, such as undergraduate GPA, grades in certain science courses, personal statements and letters of recommendation....