I’m a grade 11 student wanting to go into a commerce program next year. Preferably Schulich or Rotman since I live in Toronto.
My ECS….
-Part-time job since grade 9
-DECA regional participant
-Junior Achievement Central Ontario since grade 10 (POTY candidate/finalist, Leadership in HR award candidate, and Changemaker scholarship finalist in that 2 year span)
-Co-head/executive of my schools United Way Foundation
-Several different volunteering experiences
My questions for you are….
-What were your top 6 courses + GA (%)?
-What were your ECS throughout high school?
-What programs did you get into (and committed to)?
-Anything EC wise you recommend me doing in my Gr. 12 to boost my competitiveness in the application process?
Thank you so much in advance!!

I am deeply thankful for the opportunities I had during my time during USC, and as I reflect back I am I was deeply appreciative that a university hear me and listened to my pleas to become Independent for financial aid purposes.
As a first generation and low income student, living under immense instability all my life, bouncing between houses, living under different roofs, almost flunking high school, and even struggling to reconcile with my parents after the events that have put me through. My dad left me at a young age, approximately 14 and 15, to move out of the country without telling me. When I was 8, my mom jumped around different states without my consent, to seek job, and literally created her own family with her husband. And, I lived with an external family, and It was so difficult, because I felt so ostracized and confused why I existed if neither my parents nor my external family loved me.
I struggled with mental health issues, which prevented me from achieving my best potential, and it was so difficult to reach out to different organizations or groups during my time at USC, from the inefficient Engemann Student Health services, from crippling clinical depression that made going to class inpossible, and a myraid of issues that prevented me from thriving in all areas of life. By focusing on one area, which were academics, I was able to graduate Phi Beta Kappa, along with the many need-based and merit-based scholarships that made it feasible to attend, but I would continue to struggle postgrad because I have no home, no family, and I no longer had the financial support of USC.
I decided to brave through a part-time job to save enough money, so I can reach out to my estranged mom who abandoned me indirectly, and I saved, saved, saved, saved, and I saved enough to buy a ticket to see her. It pained me as I purchased the air flight ticket, as an environmentalist, to buy that commerical ticket -- when deep inside I have done everything I have done to reduce as much greenhouse emissions.
And, I endured tremendous amounts of verbal and domestic abuse, becuase I wanted to switch from background in the humanities to that of STEM, and day-and-night I would sneak into multiple local libraries, on top of using the local community college tutoring services, where a kind tutor listened to my maudlin life stories, and he told me under his tutelage I would relearn all of mathematics to succeed up to Calculus 2. Under a condensed, accelerated path, I studied endlessly, reviewing every possible resource, so I could succeed. Luckily, putting the tuition under my credit card — credit I built working multiple work study jobs and part-time jobs — I managed to put the several thousands on there. I had to beg for nearby restaurants and dining hall for food to meet the demand that mathematics put me through.
In the mean time, I took on unpaid internships related to technology, and I was able to succeed in this opportunity to study at Stanford this summer toward Math51: Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, and Modern Applications; CS106A Programming Methodology; and hopefully this Philosophy course. I hope to use this opportunity to further my education this summer, as I remain in an ambiguous anticipatory period, whether I will get off the waitlist of this graduate school program, which would foster a strongly trajectory toward a successful career to become self-independent.
I already do so much, and it has been exhausting. I have yet to tap into the Trojan Network, and I am afraid that after enduring so much silent domestic abuse, I don't know where I can live. I know this is not the happy postgrad story you wanted, but I would like help. I know what it is like for students who come from nuclear, stable families, and it follows them for the rest of their life, and I see how happy and successful they are. I have worked hard all my life, and I want to be successful.
I already worked so hard toward completing Calculus 2 and on my way to completing Calculus 3 while strongly committed to pursuing a future in STEM, with a strong opportunity to get off a waitlist. But now I hope that Trojans can please help me out by offering any paid internships/jobs, providing solid advice, or sharing financial tools/strategies/alternative funding to pay for summer classes, and other means to help me get on my feet.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read this. In the mean time, I am using every free resource under the sun to keep going, keep fighting, because I want to make a life I cannot stop thinking about. And, I understand how difficult it is so share my life story, so I hope you can sympathize.

Demographics

• Gender: Male
• Race/Ethnicity: Indian
• Residence: Massachusetts
• Income Bracket: Upper Middle Class
• Type of School: Mediocre Public school
• Hooks: Immigrant but US Citizen
• Intended Majors & Minors: Applied Math, AI, Entrepreneurship, Engineering & Computer Science

Academics

• GPA (UW/W): 4.0/4.6
• Rank (or percentile): 8/300
• Classes: 12 APs, 3 Dual-Enrolments
• Senior Year Course Load: 3 APs (Computer Science, Chemistry, Psychology) 3 Dual-Enrolments (MIT OCW Linear Algebra, MIT OCW Multivariable Calc, English), Teacher Assistant for Calculus and Teacher Assistant for AP Physics C

Standardized Testing

• SAT: 1570 (770RW, 800M)
• AP Exams: Calculus AB (5), Physics 1 (5), Statistics (5), World History (5), Physics C: Mechanics (5), Calculus BC (5), AP CSP (4), US History (4), Lang (3)
• AMC 12: 136.5 (Top 200)

Awards/Honors

• Coca-Cola Scholar (150 Selected from 100K+)
• Harvard Guest Speaker on AI & ChatGPT in Education (6K+ Listeners). The Harvard Gazette wrote an article on me.
• MIT Hackathon 3rd place winner 2x (AI Recipe Generator & AI Therapist)
• Presented at International Education & Social Justice Conference (Peer-reviewed) at University of Hawaii
• MIT LLCipher Summer Program (3% Acceptance Rate). Invited back as Guest Speaker the following year.
• Wrote Boston Globe Article on AI & ChatGPT in Education
• AMC 12 Distinction (2x) and AIME Qual (2x)
• President's Volunteer Service Gold Award
• AP Scholar with Distinction & AP Scholar with Honor
• Multiple other Math Competition, Model UN, and Marching Band Awards

Extracurriculars/Activities

• MIT Lincoln Laboratory Summer Intern: Advanced Research in AI & Networking (1% Acceptance Rate). Internship primarily for Grad and Undergrad students. Received a return offer for summer before college.
• Writer: 110+ articles on Medium with 200K+ reads. Published by the Boston Globe and other publications.
• Antarctic Research: Climate Research and Data Analysis at UW-Madison.
• MA State House Internship: Worked for State Rep. Wrote a policy brief on AI. Promoted to Campaign Manager in 2024.
• Math Team Coach & Captain: Coach students and top scorer. 4x Regional Champions (First time in history). 2x AIME qual and 2x AMC Distinction (AMC Score: 136.5).
• Students of Color Affinity Group President: Mentor students and lead professional development workshops; presented at International Education & Social Justice Conference at University of Hawaii.
• AP Physics C & Calculus Teacher Assistant: Help teach 70+ seniors at my school (ran out of classes hence TA lol).
• Model UN President: Perfect record and multiple awards at regional conferences.
• Karate Black Belt: 10+ years and help teach classes.
• Marching Band: 2nd in USBands Nationals (3x).
• Coding Instructor: Taught kids how to code in Python and JavaScript.
• Sales Head & Data Analyst at National STEM Honor Society: Promoted STEM education to underrepresented populations.
• JV Tennis: Doubles Player

Letters of Recommendation

• AP Calculus Teacher
• Math Department Head and Physics TeacheMath Team Coach
• MIT Lincoln Lab Research Mentor (MIT Alum)
• Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Director of my school (Harvard Alum)
• Massachusetts State Representative

Essay Summaries

• Common App: During the pandemic, I found personal growth and a deeper understanding of myself and society through writing, which led me to explore artificial intelligence and its applications, culminating in an internship at MIT and advocacy work, and inspiring my entrepreneurial ambitions.
• Community Disruption: When the pandemic disrupted my activities, I leveraged online platforms to continue learning and leading, discovering new interests in AI and entrepreneurship, and demonstrating resilience by revitalizing my school’s clubs and engaging in new ventures, setting the stage for my future in innovation.
• Additional Information: Links to various articles and videos, and other activities and awards.
• Supplementals: Some were very reflective about my identity, activities, and goals in life. Others were light-hearted and quirky. They were very personalized to the school and emphasized how I fit in, what I would bring to the school, and how I would use the school as a catalyst for my entrepreneurial ventures.
• Additional Uploads: Uploaded my Resume, portfolio of Articles, and a summary of my Research at MIT Lincoln Lab.

Interviews

• Harvard (REA): Great Conversation and said Harvard would have to fight MIT for me. 9/10
• MIT: My Interviewer was very disinterested and didn't care. It was 15 minutes and he said if I don't get in then who would. 6/10
• Princeton: It was a great conversation and said he would fight for me. 8/10
• Yale: It was also a good conversation and she said she would fight for me. 8/10
• UPenn M&T: Guy kept asking technical questions and I was lost. But in the end, he said I did good and he would fight for me, even though interviews don’t matter too much. 7/10
• Dartmouth: Lady was super impressed and said if I don’t get in then she is quitting doing interviews for Dartmouth. 9/10

College Results
Accepted

• WPI (with Max Scholarship, Half off)
• UW-Madison
• Northeastern (with Max Scholarship, Half off)
• Georgia Tech for CS (Early Action)
• Cornell (Meinig Family Cornell National Scholar)
• Dartmouth
• Duke
• UPenn (Waitlisted M&T)
• Harvard (Waitlisted → Accepted)
• Princeton (Committed)

Waitlisted

• UMich (Early Action)
• Vanderbilt

Rejected

• USC (lol)
• Yale
• Stanford
• MIT (This one hurt)

Reflections:
I'm super grateful and happy with my decisions. I have committed to Princeton, and it definitely is the best fit for me. College results this year were very random, but I couldn’t be more thankful to get into the #1 undergraduate university. I was worried that since most of my application was MIT-related (Research, classes, Letters of Rec, Awards, Activities), other universities would think I was going there and reject me. College results were super random and stressful, but it worked out better than I could have ever imagined. It's funny how I got waitlisted and rejected from all my target schools (Vandy, UMich, USC) but then got into most of my reach schools.
Advice for Future Applicants:
Be authentic. There is no formula that gets you in. Sure, you have to do a couple of things like getting good grades and SAT scores and having some unique activities and awards, but especially for Top 10 schools, you just have to be unique and authentic. I didn't have any connections or background (like private school and college counselor) that provided me with opportunities. I was literally the first kid ever from my school to get into Princeton. I was authentic and hardworking, did stuff I enjoyed, and one thing led to another. I also spent a lot of time on essays and my application. 50% of the work is actually doing stuff, and the other 50% is showcasing it in your college application. Also, have balance in life. I had a lot of fun in high school and enjoyed the stuff I did. Live life with no regrets. Feel free to DM me.

I’ve been rejected from a top US firm after a vacation scheme.
Throughout the scheme I got praise from grad rec, trainees, my supervisor and other partners about my personality and commitment to the scheme.
I thought I did so well that I withdrew from other firms as I was confident in converting.
This was my first VS and is my first cycle. The competition is fierce but I believed I did very well. I was the only underrepresented one in many aspects on the scheme but I did not let this stop me.
I’m happy I got to experience it but now it’s left me in this weird void of what to do next. I planned on quitting my job and doing a masters in September not possible now as I have no security of a TC after it’s completed. (From a very reputable university)
Most direct TC applications open are to firms I did Vs applications to so cannot apply or they’re US firms with an intake of 3/4 trainees. A levels are my downfall so I tend to get rejected based off of those alone. Non RG. 1st Class grade.
The people they gave the TC’s too are all Oxbridge and Durham. Most already held TC offers elsewhere. They’ve never taken on a non RG trainee so maybe I was naive to think I had a chance in the first place.
I have another VS next month but the standard of the US firm has made me not want to sell myself short going to small firm as this other VS. I will still embrace the experience and hope to get a TC.
I also have a Bar scholarship and place Jan25 start. So I have limited time to get a TC before commencing this route into law or rejecting it all together. I want to be a solicitor now and not a barrister.
Feeling like there’s no hope to get a TC and if I had a better educational background I probably would’ve converted the first VS.
I will now reject the masters offer I got for September and I’m not sure what to even do now.

Hi po! I'm a BSN passer and I just wanted to know what: a) study materials, b) school supplies, c) study habits, and d) laptop —would you recommend for me. Also, can you list any/all of the subjects that I might study this first year? I don't plan to advance study, briefing lang po. And is it hard po ba to get latin honors in BSN, I really need that high grades po for future application of scholarship once I try to get into a med school.
Thank you so much for any responses!

Hello everyone!
I’m planning to pursue an MBA in Germany either this year or the next and am looking to connect with others who have similar plans. It would be great to share insights, resources, and support each other through the application process. If you’re also considering an MBA in Germany, feel free to reach out! We can discuss our preferred universities, the application process, scholarships, living arrangements, and more. Looking forward to connecting with future classmates!
Best regards, u/Sayanch14

Hello everyone!
I’m planning to pursue an MBA in Germany either this year or the next and am looking to connect with others who have similar plans. It would be great to share insights, resources, and support each other through the application process. If you’re also considering an MBA in Germany, feel free to reach out! We can discuss our preferred universities, the application process, scholarships, living arrangements, and more. Looking forward to connecting with future classmates!
Best regards, u/Sayanch14

For those reading, do you have any advice on whether I stand a fighting chance at the schools mentioned below? I’m hoping to apply to these schools this Fall 2024 for admission to Fall 2025. Any advice or helpful criticism is welcome and appreciated, thanks!
Demographics: - Male - Hispanic/Latino - First-Generation / URM - U.S. Citizen - Low Family Income (on external/outside full-ride scholarship for both undergrad/grad school)
Intended Programs: Ph.D. in CS - Machine Learning Focus M.S. in CS (thesis-based) - Machine Learning Focus

• MIT
• Stanford
• CMU
• Berkeley
• UCLA
• UCSD
• UCI
• UCD
• UCSC

Current University: - Top 30 CS program in the U.S.
GPA: - 3.96/4.00
GRE: - Unsure if I want to take it (some M.S programs require it)
Research Experience : 1. Undergraduate Research Assistant Machine learning role - with Professor [X] - October 2023 to Present - Possible authorship by October 2024

1. Undergraduate Research Assistant Machine learning role - with Professor [Y] - March 2024 to Present - Unsure about authorship
   
2. Undergraduate Research Assistant Machine learning role - with Professor [Z] - Starting in July 2024 - Unsure about authorship
   

LORs: 1. Professor X 2. Professor Y 3. Professor Z
It might be worth noting that both Professors Y and Z at my university received their Ph.D. and M.S. degrees from MIT (which I’m also planning on applying to for Ph.D., and possibly to the same lab they did their work in). Not sure if that’ll help in that specific application.
Other Experience: 1. Product Management Intern (Covid 2021) 2. MIT HackMIT Participant (Covid 2021) 3. MIT Blueprint Hackathon Judge (Covid 2022) 4. AI/ML club member at current university 5. ACM club member at current university 6. *Hoping to become a Teaching Assistant in Fall 2024 7. *Hoping to take graduate level classes in Fall 2024

Hi everyone, I’ve been privileged to receive offers for:
NUS Math + CS Double Major with NUS Merit Scholarship
NTU DSAI with TAISP Scholarship
And I’m honestly quite torn between the 2. This is how I’m considering between the 2 choices and would appreciate some feedback!
NUS: I don’t have any experience with CS basically, and I am doing other stuff on the side such that I barely have any time to try it out before the deadline for decision (24th May). Whereas for Math, I’ve always had interest and aptitude since young, so I know I’ll be able to do well in it if I put my mind to it. So for NUS, I like how I am given the freedom to drop CS if need be. To me, I do feel that Math is a super safe choice for me, just that I am not sure how lucrative of a job I can land after graduation only with Math (without the CS major) since I am not too interested in the research side of Math. I also require accommodation as I live far from both universities and Tembusu has not gotten back to me 😭. I will be applying for hall as well in the case I choose NUS.
NTU: I am just super scared that I won’t be able to do well in DSAI as I have never tried coding before, or that I have to devote a lot of my time to catch up with others. And DSAI is super specific, I have no backup in the case I realise I don’t have the interest for it. The super specific part also translates to jobs in the future, but I’m less worried about that as TAISP does seem to offer many opportunities to its scholars. Also the fact that it is in its first year is also slightly risky to me. I am not really considering the monetary differences of the scholarship because while NTU definitely offers a better one, that are strings attached, which to me is both a good and bad thing, really just depends on how much I enjoy the course. I also know that actually DSAI consists of half Math and half CS modules, so there shouldn’t be too much differences in what I’m studying, just that I would be restricted to choosing more DS and AI modules as part of the “half CS”.
I think to summarise, the key thing I’m considering is the flexibility of dropping CS as a pro for NUS, and the potential opportunities I would receive in TAISP, and potentially more lucrative job in the future as a pro for NTU. I would really appreciate if anyone could provide me with some valuable advice! Thanks in advance and all the best to everyone else with their university applications :)

Hi everyone,
I'm looking for some realistic advice and insights on my current job search situation in Shanghai. Here’s a bit about my background and what I’m facing:
My Background:

• Nationality: EU citizen
• Education: Studied in the UK for 5 years. I hold a BSc in Computer Science (First-class Honours) and an MSc in Advanced Computer Science (Merit).
• Experience: 3+ years in software development:
  • 2 years at a private company
  • 1 year at a government research agency working on control software for particle accelerators
  • All work experience was before & during my undergrad and postgrad studies (all full-time: office, remote, and placement year).
• Relevant Languages: Fluent in English (though not a native speaker), very limited Mandarin.

Visa Situation:

• Looking to stay in Shanghai for around 2 years.
• My passport doesn't allow long-stay multi-entry L visas. I’ve managed to get a 60-day single-entry L visa before (considered rare for my passport), but I’ve been told by the visa people that I can’t stay longer than 6 months within a 12-month period using short-term L visas.
• Therefore, I need to secure a work (Z) visa or, as a last resort, an X1 student visa (though scholarship applications for this year seem to be closed).

Job Search Efforts:

• Applied to over 200 jobs at 100+ companies (multinationals, domestic companies, schools, etc.) in the past 2 months.
• Used multiple job platforms: LinkedIn, Indeed, GlassDoor, LaowaiCarrer, eChinaCities, HiredChina, SmartShanghai, LiePin (猎聘), and ZhiLianTuiTui (智联推推).
• Applied to a variety of positions: software-related, IT and tech support, CS/Programming & ESL teaching, customer support call centers, SEO optimization, QA/Localisation, marketing, various internships, etc.
• I've been open and flexible in my job search, willing to make sacrifices in career progression for roles I may be overqualified for or not directly related to my background.

Challenges:

• Multinationals seem to only need seniors or team leads with many more years of experience and have, for the most part, ghosted me.
• Expat websites are flooded with listings for teaching jobs that have good benefits and (frustratingly) loose requirements but require native English speakers.
• Many English-related jobs (localization, proofreading, digital content creation, translation QA, user research, etc.) inexplicably require native English speakers. Despite being able to excel in these roles and achieve a high IELTS/TOEFL score if needed, I am deemed unqualified solely due to my passport.
• HR on Chinese job boards have shown a lot of interest in me, but most Chinese companies don’t seem to be currently hiring international talent.

Current Plan:

• Planning to stay in Shanghai later this year for as long as my tourist visa allows, to continue job hunting in person. I am hoping that this will simplify the process and improve my chances. I will have, at most, 3 months on my L visa.
• If during that time I still don't manage to secure work, I really won't know what else to do, as I may not be issued another L visa.

My Question:
I'm currently in a bind. With my background and qualifications, finding a good programming job in Europe wouldn't be too difficult. However, in Shanghai, it's been so challenging to find any job, even those I'm grossly overqualified for, no matter how much I lower my standards regarding career progression and compensation. Although I could find a remote job, that wouldn't solve my visa issue.
Given my qualifications and experience, what are the realistic chances of finding any job in Shanghai that provides a livable wage and normal work hours? Any advice on navigating the job market or improving my odds would be greatly appreciated. Has anyone been in a similar situation or have insights on making this work?
Thank you!

Hey! I am an international student Deaf low-income, first-generation college student, I could not afford the help of paid mentorships, but if any of you got accepted to top universities with full-ride scholarships could help me through the journey with your mentoring.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact me privately. I am willing to provide a detailed letter of self-introduction with my high school transcripts, and TOEFL transcripts SAT. My goal is to apply for a full scholarship to a top private university
I need someone with whom I can discuss and share my plans and ideas for this application cycle, need full counseling, and all subsequent communication can be done with pen and paper, I mainly need counseling on application strategy, school selection, main documents, supplementary documents List of activities
With one move to help me fulfill my MIT dream, I will give it my best shot, and through my hard work and your guidance, I will be able to realize my dream and open up a brand new future.

Hi everyone,
I am an undergraduate student from Bangladesh (Asia) majoring in Economics. I have only two more semesters left before I graduate. My current CGPA is [3.41], and I am aiming to raise it to 3.5 or higher by the end of this semester.
Here is my grade report so far (attached). I have registered for the GRE in September and am targeting a score of 315+.
I am interested in applying for a Master's program in Economics at a university ranked between 300-550 in the USA. Given my academic background and my GRE target score, do you think I have a chance of securing a scholarship at a decent university? If you have any tips or advice on how to improve my application or any specific universities that might be a good fit, I would greatly appreciate it.
Additionally, I have a few topics in mind for my thesis that I hope to publish. I am also currently working with a senior on a research paper that has a 50-50 chance of getting published.
https://preview.redd.it/fjivn4jsjc1d1.jpg?width=794&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2539dfe5b36768cdab0b87efc7650fd0d7b0d047
Thank you in advance for your help!

Hi everyone,
I'm looking for some realistic advice and insights on my current job search situation in Shanghai. Here’s a bit about my background and what I’m facing:
My Background:

• Nationality: EU citizen
• Education: Studied in the UK for 5 years. I hold a BSc in Computer Science (First-class Honours) and an MSc in Advanced Computer Science (Merit).
• Experience: 3+ years in software development:
  • 2 years at a private company
  • 1 year at a government research agency working on control software for particle accelerators
  • All work experience was before & during my undergrad and postgrad studies (all full-time: office, remote, and placement year).
• Relevant Languages: Fluent in English (though not a native speaker), very limited Mandarin.

Visa Situation:

• Looking to stay in Shanghai for around 2 years.
• My passport doesn't allow long-stay multi-entry L visas. I’ve managed to get a 60-day single-entry L visa before (considered rare for my passport), but I’ve been told by the visa people that I can’t stay longer than 6 months within a 12-month period using short-term L visas.
• Therefore, I need to secure a work (Z) visa or, as a last resort, an X1 student visa (though scholarship applications for this year seem to be closed).

Job Search Efforts:

• Applied to over 200 jobs at 100+ companies (multinationals, domestic companies, schools, etc.) in the past 2 months.
• Used multiple job platforms: LinkedIn, Indeed, GlassDoor, LaowaiCarrer, eChinaCities, HiredChina, SmartShanghai, LiePin (猎聘), and ZhiLianTuiTui (智联推推).
• Applied to a variety of positions: software-related, IT and tech support, CS/Programming & ESL teaching, customer support call centers, SEO optimization, QA/Localisation, marketing, various internships, etc.
• I've been open and flexible in my job search, willing to make sacrifices in career progression for roles I may be overqualified for or not directly related to my background.

Challenges:

• Multinationals seem to only need seniors or team leads with many more years of experience and have, for the most part, ghosted me.
• Expat websites are flooded with listings for teaching jobs that have good benefits and (frustratingly) loose requirements but require native English speakers.
• Many English-related jobs (localization, proofreading, digital content creation, translation QA, user research, etc.) inexplicably require native English speakers. Despite being able to excel in these roles and achieve a high IELTS/TOEFL score if needed, I am deemed unqualified solely due to my passport.
• HR on Chinese job boards have shown a lot of interest in me, but most Chinese companies don’t seem to be currently hiring international talent.

Current Plan:

• Planning to stay in Shanghai later this year for as long as my tourist visa allows, to continue job hunting in person. I am hoping that this will simplify the process and improve my chances. I will have, at most, 3 months on my L visa.
• If during that time I still don't manage to secure work, I really won't know what else to do, as I may not be issued another L visa.

My Question:
I'm currently in a bind. With my background and qualifications, finding a good programming job in Europe wouldn't be too difficult. However, in Shanghai, it's been so challenging to find any job, even those I'm grossly overqualified for, no matter how much I lower my standards regarding career progression and compensation. Although I could find a remote job, that wouldn't solve my visa issue.
Given my qualifications and experience, what are the realistic chances of finding any job in Shanghai that provides a livable wage and normal work hours? Any advice on navigating the job market or improving my odds would be greatly appreciated. Has anyone been in a similar situation or have insights on making this work?
Thank you!

It's that time of the year where applications are beginning to close and everyone anxiously waits for their results. To reduce subreddit clutter, a master post has been created for everyone to discuss the results and ask questions. Last year's thread had live chat enabled, but this feature has since been removed from Reddit. To compensate, this post is set to automatically filter by the newest comment first, so please use it like a live chat and discuss with your fellow applicants as much as you please.
WARNING: Any posts about application results will be deleted and rerouted to this thread.

FAQ

Q. When are results released?
A. Results are usually released a month or so after the official application closing date. Sometimes it may take longer if you are applying to a larger consulate.
Q. How will I get my results?
A. Results are usually delivered through email. Some consulates may offer it through other means, but check your emails.
Q. I missed something in my application/forgot something/want to change something but the application is closed, could this affect my results?
A. Once the window for applications is closed, no changes can be made unless in a unique situation. This is a case by case basis and must be asked directly to your consulate or embassy. Whether or not this will effect your results is unknown, but the general thought process should be no effect if its legitimate.
Q. Will I get my documents back?
A. No.
Q. I applied through my university, when will I get my results?
A. University admissions are different than embassy. You would need to contact the university you applied to.
Q. I didn't get the interview, now what?
A. If you didn't get invited to the interview, don't worry. There's many other avenues and paths to higher education in Japan. The MEXT scholarship, in particular, has the University recommended route. This method of applying is completely different from the Embassy recommendation and specific to each school. Search up MEXT Scholarship + School's Name to find out how and where to apply.
JASSO, the Japan Student Services Organization, also offers a range of scholarships for foreign students. Refer to the Study in Japan website for other scholarship opportunities. Many large companies and banks have scholarship opportunities as well for specific fields, especially in STEM.

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I got offered to the aforementioned program (I am international from Malaysia) for Term 1 February 2025, and it is time for me to search several sponsorships/scholarships as early as possible just in case. And this one sponsorship (GrepMARA) needed a "fee structure" for the whole 2 years study; payment fee of each semester. A mandatory requirement to submit it in PDF file only to them.
I thought the fees are already mentioned in the offer letter itself, but it seems GrepMARA needed detailed info; like in some sort of table, if I googled what "fee structure university course" look like is right.🤔 Oh and must include all elective subjects as well.
I looked through UNSW website for so many times on fees section and... it is a bit confusing here and there. So I emailed UNSW last week asking the same thing, but they haven't reply yet.
And the GrepMARA application will soon close this upcoming Friday (24 May 2024 afternoon at our timezone). That particular fee structure is the only document left to be submitted.😅
Hope to hear from you all soon! Any help is appreciated and thank you! 🙇‍♂️