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Aspiring to study Engineering in the USA or Canada: A First-Year High School Student's Guide

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 If you are in form 1 or year/grade 9 and you are dreaming of studying Engineering at a top university in North America then you have an ambitious and exciting goal. For first-year high school students, this dream requires early planning and dedication. The journey to a prestigious engineering school or program starts well before your college or university application. Understanding the Admission Requirements Firstly, it's crucial to understand what top universities in North America are looking for in potential engineering students. Apart from academic excellence, they seek candidates with a strong foundation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects. These requirements set the stage for your high school academic focus. Academic Excellence Work hard and smart to maintain high grades, particularly in math and the sciences, is paramount. If your school offers Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses, take advantage of these. If no...

Uncovering Insights: When and Why to Choose Study Abroad for Your Child

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  Yesterday, one of our clients sent a colleague a YouTube video ( https://youtu.be/06o2xyPNZtQ?si=8XGFPy-bhbF1E_y4 )  of a parent passionately talking about "removing the lid" on parents sending their children to study in various destinations in Europe, North America, and Australia at a young age, meaning right from high school or even earlier. While I share and appreciate many of the fears and anxieties raised in the video, I think two important questions are obvious: WHY and WHEN should you send your child to study in a foreign land, and importantly, is it worth it and SAFE? As someone who has assisted students in applying to many universities abroad, either for high school, undergraduate, or graduate programs, I think the simplest answer to both questions is knowing where your child is now (I mean physically, mentally, culturally, and academically) and for a parent, if it is within your means. So, what is needed is knowledge: knowing to ask yourself and understand you...

Are you a high school senior in Kenya or Accra looking to apply to college in the US or Canada? AFEX Hub can help!

  Are you a high school senior in Kenya or Accra looking to apply to universities in the US or Canada? The process can seem overwhelming, but with the right support, you can navigate it with ease. At AFEX Hub Ltd, we specialize in helping students like you apply to top colleges and universities, as well as securing financial aid to make your education more affordable. Plus, we offer SAT tuition classes to help you prepare for the exam. Follow these steps and let AFEX Hub be your guide to college success: Do your research: First things first, you need to figure out where you want to apply. Take some time to explore different colleges and universities that interest you. Think about location, size, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and cost. Make a list of potential schools to apply to.   Get ready for the SAT or ACT: Almost all colleges in the US and Canada require applicants to take either the SAT or ACT. If you haven't already...