The University Guys

Akil Bello of Fair Test and I discuss what's going on with US standardized testing in the US context, as well as the history of test-optional admissions.

In this episode, we explore a niche of US Higher Education which may not be immediately apparent to an international audience: the Christian university sector. Kristi Griem, of KC360 , outlines the options available to students and how to find out more. One of these ways could be the upcoming KC360 virtual fair: Students and families are cordially invited to participate on May 19-20, 2020 in the K...

To mark episode 50, the tables are turned, as a new co-host decides to shake things up.

Anna Boyd, of Frankfurt International School , joins me to discuss the process of applying to universities in Germany. For more information and resources provided by Anna, please click here

Ankur Vohra, of O.P. Jindal Global University in New Delhi, India, joins me to discuss the new wave of Indian universities that have disrupted the traditional forms of university study in that country, and which now offer a great opportunity for students. To find out more about JGU, this YouTube video gives an overview. Other universities mentioned in the episode include: Ashoka University Bennett...

Deirbhle O'Reilly of Trinity College Dublin joins me to discuss all the opportunities available to students who choose to study at a university in the Republic of Ireland. To contact Deirbhle, email Deirbhle. OReilly@tcd.ie Useful links are: www.cao.ie – for info on the CAO system www.tcd.ie/study - for info on UG and PG courses, applications etc. www.careersportal.ie – for information on all...

This episode explores the country of Belgium, with some wonderful opportunities available there to study in English. My guest is Vince Cornwell, from Karel de Grote University of Applied Sciences & Arts, an institution where for a very low tuition fee, students receive three international study experiences.

Cuca Acosta from the University of California, Santa Barbara joins me to explore the wonderful system of the University of California. https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/ https://www.ucsb.edu/

Anna Wright, Director of College Counseling at the Benjamin School in Florida , shares her insight on what a full-time college counselor does, and what UK and UK-pattern schools could learn from a very different model of provision for advising students on their university choices.

Juan-Camilo Tamayo of JCT4Education and I discuss the issues - both practical and emotional - facing students and counselors in the light of the current Coronavirus pandemic. Connect with and follow JCT4Education on social media: Twitter: @jct4education Facebook: JCT4Education Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/jct4education/

Jackie Vogl, Associate Vice President for Global Education at SUNY Plattsburgh and I look back over her career in international higher education, discuss the changes that have occurred over that time, and with the benefit of her wisdom look at the current deeply challenging situations that the world is now facing. 

On Friday 20th March 2020, I moderated a Q&A session on the changed university admissions processes in the UK, and for students from the UK holding international offers. Experts Alan Bullock ( Alan Bullock Careers ), Melanie Moorehouse ( St Clare's Oxford ), Mike Nicholson ( University of Bath ) and Anne Richardson ( The American School in London ) answered questions submitted from those...

'La Dolce Vita' - why not think about the opportunity to study in Italy, taught in English? Parker Siddall of Bocconi University and I discuss the different options available to students in Italy, and why they should give serious thought to this country as their higher education destination of choice.

Students considering the USA will often say 'East or West coast' only, not fully understanding how they might be missing out on some amazing opportunities based on an outdated stereotype. To address this, Tim Neil of Sewanee, the University of the South , and I discuss the 'Twenty-First Century South' and why students should not overlook this fantastic region when looking at un...

How does a STEM education in the USA differ from that in other countries? It's a question that students don't ask enough, given how different STEM - and particularly Engineering - works at US universities. In this podcast, Marivi Walker from Florida Tech and I explore this issue.

Chris Ramsey, the Headmaster of Whitgift School in London, has been at the forefront of recent debates about the transition to UK Higher Education from schools over recent years, having served as a member and then chair of the Universities Committee of the Headmasters' and Headmistress' Conference and the Girls' Schools Association.

In my final episode of this mini-series on Canada, I discuss the trends, changes and predictions in Canadian Higher Education with Dan Seneker, Director of Student Recruitment and Retention at Bishop's University in Canada.

Craig Brown, Director of University Guidance at Shawnigan Lake School in Canada, gives me his top tips for any students thinking about applying to universities in Canada.

There's lots of information around about sports at US universities, but what is the situation in Canada? In this episode, I discuss opportunities for talented athletes with Leanne Stillman, Assistant Registrar, International Recruitment and Admissions at the University of Guelph, and her colleague Meaghan Howett. For more information visit  https://www.uoguelph.ca/  and  https://gryphons.ca/

Holly Cram, a former US sports scholar, Great Britain hockey star and founder of AspireUSA and I discuss the realities of life as a sports scholar at university in the USA.

Rob Thomas of Sporting Elite USA and I discuss the key features of US sports scholarships, looking beyond the myths and misunderstandings about this complicated part of international university applications.

UCAS has a wealth of specialist institutions available to students, and Pearson College London is one of my favourites. In this episode, I discuss their unique offerings as well as the wider world of degree apprenticeships with Caroline Cox, their Head of Student Recruitment.

In September 2019, the US National Association for College Admission Counseling, under pressure from the Department of Justice, was forced to change three key rules that govern how US admissions works. In this episode, I discuss the possible impact of these changes with Steve Thomas of Rhodes College.

In this longer episode, I explore the IB Diploma and the context of UK schools and UK universities. Speaking with Pippa Gibbs from Oakham School, Joanna Shearer from ACS Cobham, Mark Stacey from the International School of Brussels and Peter Fidczuk from the International Baccalaureate Organisation, I discuss a wide range of issues involving the IB Diploma.

In this episode I interview Dr Andy Kemp, Head of Senior School at Wells Cathedral School  in England. Our focus is the new suite of GCSEs, giving information that should prove useful to admissions officers assessing these qualifications.