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10 Steps to Prepare for an American College
Do you dream of studying in the United States, but aren’t sure where to start? Here are 10 steps you can take to prepare for an American college! 1. Learn about the American higher education system Most undergraduates in the United States pursue a “bachelor’s degree,” a 4-year program that typically begins in August or…
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College Admissions Testing: SAT vs. ACT
If you’ve done some research into college applications in the United States, you’ve likely come across countless schools that require you to send your SAT or ACT scores. What are these exams, and how do you know which one you should take? Read on! What are the SAT and the ACT tests? The Scholastic Assessment…
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What is the SAT?
The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is an exam that helps college admissions offices decide if an applicant has the academic abilities needed to succeed in college. It is offered through a company called the College Board, a non-profit organization that also runs Advanced Placement (AP) testing. The SAT takes between 3 and 4 hours and…
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What is a Liberal Arts School?
If you’ve been researching different international schools, you’ve probably come across something called a “liberal arts college.” For students who were educated outside the United States, this might be an unfamiliar term—just what is a liberal arts school? The term “liberal arts” (sometimes written as “liberal arts and sciences”) dates back to Antiquity: the Ancient…
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Digital SAT Guide 2026: Scores, Strategies & Study Plans
Home / Blog / SAT Preparation Study Guide Digital SAT Guide 2026: Complete Strategies & Score Targets Published: March 31, 2026By YourDreamSchool TeamReading Time: 20 minutes Contents 1. What Is Digital SAT? 2. Test Format & Structure 3. Score Requirements 4. Reading & Writing 5. Math Strategies 6. Adaptive Testing 7. Study Plans 8. SAT…
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Interview with Mathilde, Bachelor of International Relations student at IE University in Spain
Often considered one of the best private universities in Spain, IE University has exceptional campuses in Madrid and Segovia. After completing her baccalauréat in France, Mathilde joined IE’s Bachelor of International Relations program in Segovia. She tells us about her university experience, her favorite courses and the dynamic student life she discovered there! Profile FIRST…
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UCAS : Application and registration UCAS : what is it?
Do you dream of joining a Bachelor’s program at a top UK university? Like thousands of students, you’ll need to put together a UCAS file. UCAS registration: our advice UCAS: But what’s behind those four letters? UCAS stands for University and College Admissions Services.Just like Parcoursup in France, UCAS centralizes all applications issued by British…
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Interview with Juliette, Bachelor of Arts student at McGill University in Canada
Ranked among the top universities in Canada and the world,McGill University offers a wide choice of Bachelors degrees in its ten faculties. Juliette, a French student in her first year of the Bachelor of Arts program in the Faculty of Arts, tells us all about her studies and student life in Montreal. Profile FIRST NAME…
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Interview with Laetitia, Bachelor of Arts and Science student at McGill University in Canada
Le Canada, Montreal and theMcGill UniversityLaetitia had been dreaming of going to university since 10th grade. After graduating with honors from her Baccalauréat général, she fulfilled this dream and entered the famous Canadian university of McGill. As a first-year Bachelor of Arts and Science student in the Faculty of Science, she shares her experience with…
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Interview with Matthias, BSc Management student at the University of Warwick
Ranked among the top 10 English universities (8th according to The Guardian), theUniversity of Warwick has almost 25,000 students, 37% of whom come from abroad. Located in the heart of England, near the city of Coventry, the university offers an ideal learning environment on a modern, dynamic campus. Matthias, a French student in his third…