English-Language Universities in the Netherlands: A Consultant’s Guide to Finding the Right Fit (Part Two)
In Part One of this series, I introduced what makes universities in the Netherlands such a compelling option for international students, and shared my firsthand visits to the Hotel School of The Hague, Leiden University, Utrecht University, and Erasmus University Rotterdam. If you haven’t read that yet, start there — it provides important context for […]
Universities in the Netherlands for International Students: A Consultant’s First-Hand Guide (Part One)
What do you think of when you think of the Netherlands? Canals, cheese, tulips, windmills, charming old cities, and villages. But here’s what more and more global families are discovering: universities in the Netherlands have become one of Europe’s most compelling destinations for international students, with a remarkable range of English-language university programs that deserve […]
What It Really Takes to Get Into the Ivy League (Hint: It’s Not What You Think)
Every year, families ask me the same question: What does it take to get into an Ivy League or other highly selective university in the United States? And every year, I give a version of the same answer: It’s not about checking all the boxes. It’s not about perfect résumés, polished scripts, or even flawless transcripts. It’s […]
Five Ways to Support Your College Student
Sending your child off to college is an exciting milestone—but it can also come with a wave of questions, worries, and emotions. As a parent, you want your student to thrive, but you may wonder when and how to support your college student. The truth is: challenges are a normal part of the college transition. […]
Neurodiverse and Thriving: University Support in the UK
We explore how UK universities support students with learning differences and how to set students up for success!
Helping International Students Find a “Good” College
Almost all the parents with whom I work tell me that they just want their child to go to a “good” college. However, when asked to define the term, they have a harder time explaining what they mean by a “good” college other than they saw the name in a ranking list. And, once you […]
Hidden Gems? Our Visit to Scottish Universities
Come for the warm welcome, stay for the world-class education!
15 Things to Know if You Want to Do Your University Studies Abroad
The Pros and Cons of Attending School Overseas Have you considered doing your university studies outside the United States? Many globally-minded students are strongly considering various international options now, and the good news is that universities around the world are eager to welcome students from around the world to study overseas. For the last 5 […]
Paris is always a good idea!
As the saying goes, Paris is always a good idea! It also makes a great place to get one’s university degree, even if one decides to study completely in English. I started going to Paris back in the days when I was a student and I still get a thrill when I see the fabulous […]
Do you have what it takes to be successful as an international student?
Studying abroad, or anywhere that’s not one’s country of passport, sounds appealing and glamorous to many students. And I encourage study abroad whenever possible, for these experiences can truly broaden one’s perspective, create empathy, and foster even more curiosity about how much we all have to learn about each other. I’ve written about some of […]