Tips for a Successful Application

Be Honest

International admissions staff see thousands of applications every year and are very experienced in telling the difference between a good and an exaggerated application.

Letters of Recommendation

Choose the people who write your letters of recommendation very carefully.  They should know you and be able to talk about your strengths in detail.

Application Essays

The statement of purpose or application essays are your opportunities to impress an admission officer with your interest in and range of knowledge of your chosen subject.  Invest sufficient time in these to ensure that they reflect all of your abilities and ambitions.

Preparation for Tests

Ensure that you have prepared well for any supporting tests that you are required to take as part of your application.  Should it be necessary, enroll in a preparatory program before you sit any test.

Additional Information

Send additional information if you think it will reflect well on your application.  Additional letters of recommendation from employers or evidence of your extracurricular activities can be very important.

Be Well-planed and Meet Deadlines

Make sure that you are aware of all of the deadlines and that you are prepared ahead of time to ensure that all aspects of your application are complete.  Be aware that an incomplete application can delay a decision at any stage in the process.