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Top Summer Programmes: Boston University’s Research in Science & Engineering (RISE)

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RISE offers two tracks: Internship and Practicum. Internship Track: If you choose the Internship track you will have the opportunity to work on research projects for 40 hours per week with distinguished faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students.

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Applying to Stanford as an International Student

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While there is no minimum GPA for consideration by Stanford, your transcript is the most important aspect of your application bar none. You can have favorite subjects and classes, but that should come through in your essays — not in your transcript. In your transcript, everything you take should look like your favorite class.

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Applying to Hamilton College as an International Student

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When they look at your transcript, they want to see that you’ve taken the hardest courses that you have access to — and that you’ve excelled in them. You may not love a particular academic area, but your transcript shouldn’t betray that. Remember, too, though, that you can also take initiative and create opportunities for yourself.

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Can You Go to College With a GED?

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Also, school admission requirements vary, so do some research and find out what information you'll need to submit, such as letters of recommendation, transcripts, and other documents. To earn your GED diploma, which is equivalent to a high school diploma, you'll need to sit for and pass a series of GED tests. What Is the GED?

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Applying to Columbia University as an International Student

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Courses + Grades What Columbia wants to see when they look at your transcript is that you’ve received the best grades possible in the hardest classes you have access to. Many students also supplement their transcript with summer academic intensives, which isn’t a bad idea especially if your school lacks depth in a particular area.

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What You Need to Know About Brandeis University

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Students also benefit from easy access to diverse cultural opportunities and internships. 80 application fee Official copies of all high school transcripts. Transcripts must include official grades from all years of secondary school. Optional standardized test scores. A completed Early Decision Agreement Form.

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University of California, Santa Barbara

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Application Components Complete the UC application and add the high school transcripts. Standardized Test Score: The University of California is test blind. They are also given the chance to connect with internships locally, statewide, and nationally. They have a holistic review of the application process.