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Hey! So I’m in going in to my last year of high school in the UK, and want to apply for Harvard undergraduate Legal Studies, but I’m only taking 3 subjects at school. My grades are good, and I work hard, also volunteer and do some extracurricular activities. Would I have a chance of being accepted because of my low amount of subjects? If not, is there any other colleges you could recommend where I can do undergraduate Legal Studies? It has to have dorms though. My main priority is Harvard, but I just need honest advice. Also need a scholarship!! There’s no way I can afford an Ivy League, any advice helps.
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Baljit’s Answer
Hi Olivia,
I get what you're going through. I studied law and got my JD from the University of Central England, now the University of Birmingham. Have you thought about moving to the U.S.? I moved there after graduating, and although it was challenging, it was worth it. Studying law in the UK has its advantages too. There are many well-known schools there, and the work opportunities and grants can help with finances. Also if you can squeeze in another subject it would help your chances.
I get what you're going through. I studied law and got my JD from the University of Central England, now the University of Birmingham. Have you thought about moving to the U.S.? I moved there after graduating, and although it was challenging, it was worth it. Studying law in the UK has its advantages too. There are many well-known schools there, and the work opportunities and grants can help with finances. Also if you can squeeze in another subject it would help your chances.
Yes! If I was to study there I would move of course, most likely student accommodation.
Olivia
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Good Day Olivia!
Cornell Launches New Online Law Masters. Enquire about the new online MSLS program at Cornell's campus in Ithaca, New York. The program—unlike most LL.M.s—does not require a first degree in law. SEE https://www.lawschool.cornell.edu/academics/degree-programs/msls-program/ ALSO There are 100% coverage scholarships at Cornell University for UK students.
https://globalscholarships.com/institutions/cornell-university/ Currently only 3% of applicants are accepted into Harvard. Your Grade Point Average needs to be in the top 1% to 5% of the distribution of academic results. To gain exemplary results requires very good nutrition indeed. The best strategy is seven small meals a day with fluids like green tea and moderate amounts of low glycemic index carbohydrates like pumpernickel rye bread. Have 2 hours study then a meal break. The glycemic load of a single slice of pumpernickel rye is estimated to be 5, which is minimal. To 1 to 2 slices of pumpernickel rye bread add a small amount (30 to 60 grams) of protein food like lean meat, chicken, fish, egg, cheese, or a glass of milk. Have a piece of fruit several times a day. You can replace a slice of the pumpernickel with 1/2 cup of baked beans at any time. Add salads liberally at any time. 1 to 2 tablespoons of fish oil or cod liver oil or extra virgin olive oil a day alternating between each choice.
GOD BLESS.
Cornell Launches New Online Law Masters. Enquire about the new online MSLS program at Cornell's campus in Ithaca, New York. The program—unlike most LL.M.s—does not require a first degree in law. SEE https://www.lawschool.cornell.edu/academics/degree-programs/msls-program/ ALSO There are 100% coverage scholarships at Cornell University for UK students.
https://globalscholarships.com/institutions/cornell-university/ Currently only 3% of applicants are accepted into Harvard. Your Grade Point Average needs to be in the top 1% to 5% of the distribution of academic results. To gain exemplary results requires very good nutrition indeed. The best strategy is seven small meals a day with fluids like green tea and moderate amounts of low glycemic index carbohydrates like pumpernickel rye bread. Have 2 hours study then a meal break. The glycemic load of a single slice of pumpernickel rye is estimated to be 5, which is minimal. To 1 to 2 slices of pumpernickel rye bread add a small amount (30 to 60 grams) of protein food like lean meat, chicken, fish, egg, cheese, or a glass of milk. Have a piece of fruit several times a day. You can replace a slice of the pumpernickel with 1/2 cup of baked beans at any time. Add salads liberally at any time. 1 to 2 tablespoons of fish oil or cod liver oil or extra virgin olive oil a day alternating between each choice.
GOD BLESS.
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello, Olivia !
Students in England who want to apply to Harvard University in the U.S. would need to have their General Certificate of Secondary Education (it's not a high school diploma like in the U.S.) and also the results/report of their A Levels which is more like the U.S. high school diploma, but more advanced. Most likely, Harvard will need those and that would qualify you to apply. Of course, you will definitely need to verify this with an official representative of Harvard as I am not one.
No one can tell you if you'd be accepted to Harvard or any other college for that matter. The process consists of applying and then waiting to hear back about whether or not you've been accepted. In case you didn't explore this yet, I will advise that Harvard's acceptance rate for International Students is quite low at under 5%. That means out of all the international students that apply to Harvard, they choose less than 5% who have applied. It is indeed considered very competitive, so as you see, there are stronger things to consider than your amount of classes taken in secondary school.
Another important thing is that Harvard does not have an undergraduate Law Program, but you can Major in Political Science or Government. I also want to mention that it will be very important for you to study law and go to law school and take the Bar in the country you definitely want to practice in. If you do the Harvard path, pass the bar in the U.S., you practice as an attorney in the U.S. - more info about this, too, so ask an English solicitor or a college professor in your country about the lots more additional information.
Since you've asked, yes, Harvard has dorms and the freshman get guaranteed housing in the dorms. Harvard is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts on the East Coast of the United States, a lovely state with four seasons. It's cold in the Winter and humid in the Summer.
To choose a different college other than Harvard, you will have to do the exploring first hand and look for Universities that offer either a Political Science or Government major for your Bachelors Degree. Most colleges in the U.S. do not have a Law School for undergraduate study and even if you see online a school that states "pre-law", that just means you Major in government or political science or something else. You will learn how to be a lawyer once you go to Law School.
As for Scholarships, at the time you are about to apply to a specific and definitely chosen University, you can then explore the scholarships that the particular University offers and other outside scholarships. Your city may have scholarships for UK students who study in the U.S. so do a search at that time to see what is available. You still have to get your General Certificate of Secondary Education and complete your A Levels, know exactly what college you'll go to and the exact major. There are scholarships for students that are majoring in certain subjects, too. As a foreign student, if you go to Harvard, you can receive Federal Student Financial Aid from Harvard just like the American students. You have a lot of time to explore the complex and the many details before you make your plans.
Very important: to know all about Harvard, you can contact a representative in England at The Harvard Club of the UK. It is very important that you contact them so they can help you accurately navigate what you're thinking about and give you the best information.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
Students in England who want to apply to Harvard University in the U.S. would need to have their General Certificate of Secondary Education (it's not a high school diploma like in the U.S.) and also the results/report of their A Levels which is more like the U.S. high school diploma, but more advanced. Most likely, Harvard will need those and that would qualify you to apply. Of course, you will definitely need to verify this with an official representative of Harvard as I am not one.
No one can tell you if you'd be accepted to Harvard or any other college for that matter. The process consists of applying and then waiting to hear back about whether or not you've been accepted. In case you didn't explore this yet, I will advise that Harvard's acceptance rate for International Students is quite low at under 5%. That means out of all the international students that apply to Harvard, they choose less than 5% who have applied. It is indeed considered very competitive, so as you see, there are stronger things to consider than your amount of classes taken in secondary school.
Another important thing is that Harvard does not have an undergraduate Law Program, but you can Major in Political Science or Government. I also want to mention that it will be very important for you to study law and go to law school and take the Bar in the country you definitely want to practice in. If you do the Harvard path, pass the bar in the U.S., you practice as an attorney in the U.S. - more info about this, too, so ask an English solicitor or a college professor in your country about the lots more additional information.
Since you've asked, yes, Harvard has dorms and the freshman get guaranteed housing in the dorms. Harvard is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts on the East Coast of the United States, a lovely state with four seasons. It's cold in the Winter and humid in the Summer.
To choose a different college other than Harvard, you will have to do the exploring first hand and look for Universities that offer either a Political Science or Government major for your Bachelors Degree. Most colleges in the U.S. do not have a Law School for undergraduate study and even if you see online a school that states "pre-law", that just means you Major in government or political science or something else. You will learn how to be a lawyer once you go to Law School.
As for Scholarships, at the time you are about to apply to a specific and definitely chosen University, you can then explore the scholarships that the particular University offers and other outside scholarships. Your city may have scholarships for UK students who study in the U.S. so do a search at that time to see what is available. You still have to get your General Certificate of Secondary Education and complete your A Levels, know exactly what college you'll go to and the exact major. There are scholarships for students that are majoring in certain subjects, too. As a foreign student, if you go to Harvard, you can receive Federal Student Financial Aid from Harvard just like the American students. You have a lot of time to explore the complex and the many details before you make your plans.
Very important: to know all about Harvard, you can contact a representative in England at The Harvard Club of the UK. It is very important that you contact them so they can help you accurately navigate what you're thinking about and give you the best information.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
Thankyou so much for the advice! Sadly in the UK we finish high school at 16, so the only exams I would have taken at that time are my GCSE’s my A levels are when u go to college. Are the A levels a requirement? Even for the undergraduate studies?
Olivia
Yes, I know that UK secondary ends at age 16, but you wouldn't get an equivalent to a U.S. High School Diploma until completing your A levels. Talk with your academic advisor about this as well as the Harvard Representatives to double check this information, but American colleges do require a High School Diploma or a High School Equivalency Diploma for admissions.
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Suzanna’s Answer
Talk to you school's counselor about your Harvard prospects. They have the best historical data on what types of students from your school, if any, have been successful. If Harvard hasn't accepted anyone from your school in the past few years, it will be very hard; not impossible, but hard. Honestly speaking, Harvard is looking for top students (and legacy students), so you'd need to be confident that you are one of top in your class, academically and extracurricularly. Good luck! Remember, you'll do great regardless of where you go!
No one from my school has ever went to an Ivy League, or even out of the UK, also we don’t tend to have school councillors here, but I’ll keep on trying.
Olivia
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Tanaka’s Answer
Hie Olivia,
You are on the right track.
3 subjects are more than enough if you are at a Senior year in high school.
As for scholarship application you can search on the Harvard university website or Frank Knox Memorial Fellowship is known for giving scholarships for international students to study at Harvard.
You are on the right track.
3 subjects are more than enough if you are at a Senior year in high school.
As for scholarship application you can search on the Harvard university website or Frank Knox Memorial Fellowship is known for giving scholarships for international students to study at Harvard.
Thank you for the advice.
Olivia