Postgraduate Program

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Postgraduate Program

Our Postgraduate Program is a 1 year course designed for students who have graduated from their High Schools and are seeking the opportunity to strengthen their applications to gain admission to their dream university or college, and cultivate their skills and their personal potential for success in college.

Ages:
17+

Grades:
Postgraduate

Average Class Size:
14

Course Duration:
1 year
 

Start Dates:
September

Language Requirements:
TOEFL 94-101 / IELTS 7 or equivalent

Entry Requirements:
Students must hold a High School Diploma or an international equivalent. All applicants must submit an application form. Domestic applicants need to provide academic transcripts from the last two years. International applicants must provide academic reports in English.

Postgraduate Program Overview

Our Postgraduate Program is ideal for High School graduates who are:

Pursuing a place at their dream university

For students who are unsure which college is right for them or because they did not get into their first-choice college or university.

Student-athletes

For student athletes looking to enhance their athletic skills to improve recruitment opportunities, need to become a more well-rounded scholar or to strengthen and diversify their college or university application

Pursuing a different passion

For High School graduates wishing to pursue a different passion at university or college and require the relevant academic experience for their college or university applications

Wanting to take advanced courses

For ambitious students who want to take more advanced courses which did not fit into their Senior curriculum in order to achieve a place at a more competitive university.

Seeking to improve their SAT score

Taking a Postgraduate course allows students to take electives or take classes that will help them improve their SAT scores.

International students

This Postgraduate Program is ideal for International students who have graduated from their High School but wish to study at a university or college in the U.S, learn about U.S culture and develop study skills necessary for success studying in the U.S.

Why study a Postgraduate Program

From Ivy League to liberal arts colleges, many consider students who have dedicated a year to completing a Postgraduate program as serious about their personal development and, through committing to this course, are demonstrating that they would be an all-round better candidate and future student.

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    Build your academic ability and enhance your skills in specific subject areas
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    Develop your social skills, character, and independence, which is beneficial when transitioning to college life
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    Enjoy more independent learning and living but with support from teachers and dorm parents
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    Improve your English language skills and prepare for the TOEFL exam
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    Have the opportunity to practice essential study skills such as time management, critical thinking, communication, organization and planning, research, leadership and teamwork, and resilience
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    Work with our experienced College Counselors to select the best university and colleges for you, choose appropriate electives and extracurricular activities, build your college applications, prepare for college admittance exams

Core Areas of Study

All students on the Postgraduate Program must take a Math and English elective along with at least two additional electives.

As well as the core areas of study, students can select electives from a wide range of subjects that will allow you to try new areas or develop a subject you enjoy or want to study at university or college. There are a variety of electives to choose from, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Your teachers will help you to select electives to ensure you make the right choices and are building a great profile for your university and college applications.

Student Success

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