The genre of historical fiction has played a key role in presenting the complexities of historical events. Stretching the imagination, it aims to show the possibilities of life during various intersections of time and place.

In our last blog, we laid out the structures of both tests. There is no definite answer on which is “easier” or “better,” as the format is different. But these are the questions that you could ask to help you decide which test is more suitable for you. 1.Where are you applying While TOEFL is […]

As an international applicant to colleges abroad, you are asked to prove your English proficiency. There are two main options: the TOEFL and IELTS. The immediate question is which to take? Which is easier!? There is no absolute answer that applies to all, as it depends on each person’s strength in each language skill. EduSmith […]

This month our senior counselor, Ryan Roels, shares with us fictions written by Southeast Asian writers. Some are them are translated, and some are written originally in English. Check out this list to find out more about what our regional writers see and imagine through stories. 1) Four Reigns – Kukrit Pramoj Through one woman’s life and […]

Join us on August 22nd at The MBA Tour Bangkok to meet Top Business Schools! Applying to business school? Don’t miss this exclusive & free opportunity to network with Columbia, UCLA, Toronto Rotman, IESE, Asia School of Business, BU, and more top business schools at The MBA Tour Bangkok!Join us on Thursday, August 22nd at […]

Science Fiction is another genre that captivates many as one could imagine and create a whole new world and social order. As a sci-fi fan himself, our senior counselor Ryan Roels share with us his favorites. 1) The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy – Douglas Adams A man journeys through space after seeing his house and planet destroyed.A […]

One of the most important factors in the college application process is the Personal Statement, a 650-word essay about a personal story. Reading autobiography could be a great introduction and examples of how a person tells his/her experience. These are our counselor’s top four recommendations! 1. The Autobiography of Malcolm X – Alex Haley A powerful […]

As a Thai student (ISB) who just finished her first year of college in LA (USC), I’d like to believe that I am an expert in this topic. BUT take my advices with a grain of salt; these are just what I experienced in my first year. Hopefully, this will be useful for all you incoming freshies! You […]

Jackson Foshay is our Senior Counselor at Edusmith. He graduated from UCLA and has coached students to top-tier US universities. In this article, he shared his interview lessons from his coaching and interview prep classes with the students. Know the interview type: Your attitude, preparation, and demeanor should change based on the nature of your […]