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In-depth analysis of QS, THE, ARWU, and US News university rankings. Admissions guides, study abroad strategies, and campus life insights to help you choose the right university.
Perspectives & Insights
Perspectives
Rankings analysis, admissions guides, and university insights.
Should You Study in Malaysia or Thailand?
If you want to study in Southeast Asia, both Thailand and Malaysia are bound to be top of your list.
Best US Universities for Sports Lovers
If there’s one element of the US university experience that sets it apart from studying in other countries, it’s the American obsession with sports.
7 Unusual Careers with a STEM Degree
Are you a STEM graduate (that is, a graduate of a science, technology, engineering or mathematics degree)? If you are, you might be wondering what else you can do with your degree beyond the typical career paths.
Best Business Schools in the US in 2017
If you want to study business and management in the US, the country leaves you spoiled for choice, with 71 top business schools featured in the latest edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject.
University of Tokyo vs Kyoto University
If you want to study in Japan, there are two top Japanese universities that are likely to be top of your list: the University of Tokyo and Kyoto University, both of which are featured in the global top 40 of the QS World University Rankings® 2018**.
YouTuber Raises Over $11,000 Through Crowdfunding to Pay for Study Abroad
When Farah, a 22-year-old performance poet from Palestine, was informed her scholarship application for studying at Goldsmiths University had been rejected, she feared she might have to give up on her dreams of studying Performance and Culture in...
Why Holding a Vigil for Big Ben is Ridiculous
Scrolling my Twitter feed on my lunch break, I noticed that Big Ben was a trending topic again. Why?
These Are the Best US Campuses for Seeing the Solar Eclipse
On Monday, the US will be treated to a solar eclipse, the first to pass over the country in the 21st century.
Should Universities Ban White Supremacist Speakers?
In the past week, both the University of Florida and Texas A&M University announced they were banning planned white supremacist rallies from campus, citing safety concerns.
How to Use Your Downtime to Boost Your CV
We've all been there. You're sitting nervously in an interview, and the toughest question comes up. "So, tell me about yourself.
How I Survived Clearing (And How You Can Too)
How I Survived Clearing (And How You Can Too)
7 of the Worst Reasons to Do a Master's Degree
Thinking of studying a master’s degree? While in some cases it can be a necessary step towards achieving your dream career, it’s not always a smart move.