By Youthfully on Friday, April 18th, 2025 in Uncategorized. No Comments
What is a Passion Project If you’re a high school student looking to stand out in university applications, launching a passion project is one of the most powerful moves you can make. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, a Passion Project is an independent leadership initiative that did not exist before you came along. What…
By Youthfully on Friday, April 18th, 2025 in Uncategorized. No Comments
A Passion Project can be one of the most powerful ways to stand out in university applications… when done right. But here’s the reality… most students don’t get it right. They fall into common traps that weaken their project’s impact, cause them to lose motivation, or even lead them to abandon it altogether. A well-executed…
By Youthfully on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 in Uncategorized. No Comments
What is the Golden Window? The Golden Window is the crucial period when students can dramatically increase their chances of getting into top universities. It runs from February till the end of May of your Grade 11 year, when students still have time to craft compelling applications. The summer is typically a write-off for students…
By Youthfully on Sunday, September 8th, 2024 in Uncategorized. No Comments
When applying to Ontario universities through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC), students must rank their university choices. This often raises a common question: Does the order of your university choices on OUAC matter for admission? We’ll clarify which universities care about ranking and which do not. If you’ve been on Reddit, you’ve probably seen…
By Youthfully on Saturday, September 7th, 2024 in Uncategorized. No Comments
When applying to universities in Ontario, many students wonder if their Grade 11 marks will be considered. We’ll help clarify things for you, broken down by each university. Are Grade 11 Marks Important for University? Yes, most Ontario universities do consider Grade 11 marks for early admission offers, particularly when Grade 12 marks are not…
By Youthfully on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 in Uncategorized. No Comments
Stanford is not only listed as one of the top universities in America but it’s ranked amongst the top 5 globally. There are dozens of incredible reasons why you would be interested in attending Stanford; world-class education, gorgeous campus/location, financial aid program, and alumni network to name a few. This guide clarifies the admissions process…
By Youthfully on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 in Uncategorized. No Comments
We are not surprised Claremont McKenna College is one of your top choice schools! With strong programs in a wide range of sectors, CMC attracts a diverse student body and prepares individuals to thrive in their chosen careers. This guide aims to clarify the admissions process and offer actionable strategies to enhance your application and…
By Youthfully on Friday, February 16th, 2024 in Uncategorized. No Comments
Students can accomplish more than you think. Our students want to do more than fulfill a community service requirement or settle for a classroom simulation – they want REAL experience and they want to do work that matters to them. These students typically face two primary challenges: Let’s face it; parents, guidance counselors, and teachers…
By Youthfully on Friday, February 9th, 2024 in Uncategorized. No Comments
So you want to be a Bruin… We’re not surprised! UCLA is consistently the top-ranked public university in the country seeking intellectually curious students who are ready to both contribute to and benefit from the UCLA community. This guide aims to clarify the admissions process and offer actionable strategies to enhance your application and chances…
