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Should You Pursue a Master's Degree During a Recession?
Admissions & Choosing

Should You Pursue a Master's Degree During a Recession?

If the forecasts are accurate, we are heading toward a post-coronavirus recession on a scale similar to the 2008 financial crisis.

Aug 10, 2020
“Apply as Early as Possible”: Imperial College London Admissions Tips
Admissions & Choosing

“Apply as Early as Possible”: Imperial College London Admissions Tips

Last week, we spoke with Joël McConnell in our latest QSChats on Instagram to learn more about how Imperial College London has adapted its admissions process during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Aug 3, 2020
Winning Strategies for the GRE
Admissions & Choosing

Winning Strategies for the GRE

Preparing for the GRE can feel intimidating. A higher score often means a better chance of getting into your dream graduate school.

Jul 22, 2020
Common Questions About Taking the GRE at Home
Admissions & Choosing

Common Questions About Taking the GRE at Home

Students who want to take the GRE General Test as part of the graduate admissions process can now take the exam online.

Jun 16, 2020
What Do Business Schools Expect from Undergraduate Applicants?
Admissions & Choosing

What Do Business Schools Expect from Undergraduate Applicants?

Business is one of the top undergraduate degree choices for prospective students, and competition for places is fierce. Of course, strong grades can help, but there are other things that can make you stand out from the crowd.

Jun 4, 2020
How to Apply to Wharton’s Round 1 During COVID-19
Admissions & Choosing

How to Apply to Wharton’s Round 1 During COVID-19

It’s MBA application season, but this year, the whole process is a world away from the norm.

May 28, 2020
Taking the GRE at Home: How Does it Work?
Admissions & Choosing

Taking the GRE at Home: How Does it Work?

On May 29, QS is holding an exclusive webinar to answer your questions about the new at-home version of the GRE. Sign up for it here.

May 27, 2020
How to Defer Your University Offer in Australia
Admissions & Choosing

How to Defer Your University Offer in Australia

If you were planning on starting university in 2020, you may be facing feelings of uncertainty in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.

Apr 29, 2020
How to Defer a Canadian University Offer
Admissions & Choosing

How to Defer a Canadian University Offer

If you were planning on starting university in 2020, you may be facing feelings of uncertainty in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.

Apr 29, 2020
Where Can You Study Abroad for Free?
Studying Abroad

Where Can You Study Abroad for Free?

While university fees continue to rise in many parts of the world, some of you might be thinking that getting a recognized degree qualification, either in your home country or abroad, is simply impossible without having a four- or five-figure budget...

Aug 30, 2019
Accounting Vs Finance: Which Should You Study?
Courses

Accounting Vs Finance: Which Should You Study?

It’s all about FAME. And no, we’re not talking about the 1980 American musical film Fame, we’re talking about the popularity of FAME subjects among university students… obviously.

Jun 25, 2019
International Scholarships for Students from Developing Countries
Scholarships & Finance

International Scholarships for Students from Developing Countries

If you’re a student from a developing region of the world – including parts of Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East – you could be eligible for a number of international scholarships aimed at bringing a more diverse and inclusive student...

Jun 25, 2019