GEMS Supports University Applications to 5 Countries by Elizabeth Hansen https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca Switzerland, the Uk, the US, Canada and the Netherlands en-us 2018-05-14 09:58:18 UTC 2018-11-27 21:32:00 UTC hello@padlet.com e_hansen https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260400153 2018-05-14 10:32:51 UTC https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260400153 e_hansen https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260400200 2018-05-14 10:33:03 UTC https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260400200 Swiss Universities e_hansen https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260401176 There are 12 Swiss Universities recognized as Swiss higher level of educational institutions. They tend to offer degrees in specialised learning. Although there are private educational institutions that offer a more generalized course of study. Swiss Universities have stringent guidelines for their IB applicants. Swiss Application Requirements:
For more specific and updated information on the Swiss Universities please visit their website (link below).
]]> 2018-05-14 10:37:07 UTC https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260401176 US Universities e_hansen https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260404888 There are 2618 accredited US Colleges and Universities. A majority of these programs are 4 year undergraduate liberal arts degree programs (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science).
US Application Requirements:
  • Range from strictly numerical entry  requirements (grades & standardized test scores) to holistic applications (Each University/College sets own criteria and deadlines)
  • Many schools allow students to submit one form called the Common Application/University Application 
  • Selective schools (Ivy League or Top Colleges) usually rank most important academic performance (G9-G12) & standardized test scores 
  • Next competitive schools often require additional student essays, predicted grades, proof of leadership skills, extra curricular activities, talents and teacher & counselor recommendations
For an online overview of the US application requirements please visit the following website (link below). Also, to view the common application click on provided link).
]]> 2018-05-14 10:49:59 UTC https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260404888 US Common App Link e_hansen https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260408908 2018-05-14 11:03:33 UTC https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260408908 Canadian Universities e_hansen https://padlet.com/e_hansen/isj3fgnd8bca/wish/260417597 There are a plethora of highly regarded world-wide Canadian Universities and Programs. The academic system is closer to the liberal arts than the course based system. Students may apply to general programs or faculties within the university.
Canadian Application Requirements:
  • It is academic based
  • Transcripts are evaluated (semester &  predicted grades)
  • Most Universities weight the Grade 10-12 grades
  • For students who complete the IB Diploma (no essays, teacher/counselor recommendations or standardized tests required)
  • For students who complete DP courses standardized tests (SAT/ACT) may be required
  • Points required for an applicant's entry is stated on each Universities' website
  • Students must attend to intended faculties course requirements and take pre-requisite DP courses 
Visit the Canadian Information Center for International Credentials in order to help search Universities and Programs that may fit your future  course of study.
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UK Application Requirements:
  • Usually emphasize year 11 Grades and Grade 12 predicted grades (although take into account G10)
  • Important to take pre-requisite DP course of study that prepares you for your intended subject course of study in university
  • Holistic evaluation system including grades, a teacher/tutor reference, a student written personal statement that highlights reason for your studies and how you are a suitable and a competitive candidate
*Scotland, the birthplace of the liberal arts degree typically offers 4 year degree programs and is more general course of study in the first couple of years and specializes in a subject that you apply for in the last years of study. 
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Dutch Application Requirements:
  • Students with an IB certificate and Diploma are usually accepted into the Unis of Applied Sciences
  • Research Unis require students to achieve at least 30 points and higher on their IB results
  • University Colleges of the Research Universities require a profile of about 35 points
  • They do have general subject areas prospective students need to study (check our College & Universities Handbook)
Please explore this link to help you start a preliminary investigation into the Dutch University System
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