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You can find resources at the RI (JC) Library the RJC library and the National Library. (Call number 378) the National Library.
Guidebooks give better advice, but they take more work to read. Use rankings to get names of good schools in your field. Then investigate and eliminate with guidebooks. Rankings use criteria that you might not agree with (e.g. the school's wealth), and they change the criteria every year — that sells more copies. The best guidebooks tell you what you should know before choosing a place to live and work for four years, e.g.
If you have time, compare several good guidebooks. Even if they're all up to date, you might find something crucial in the next one. Guidebooks are available at the Student Services Centre. Write up on 300 colleges (Fiske Guide) Writeups on 300 colleges (Fiske Guide) Teachers: Your tutors vs. US Counselors The first teachers you consult should be your own teachers, not the US counselors. They know quite a bit about studying overseas, and they know you. Talk to teachers in your subject areas. You may learn something new about yourself from your teachers. Maybe you're good enough to turn your favorite subject into a career; maybe you can shoot for the top colleges. If you don't ask, you might never know. After all, your teachers are writing your recommendations in the long run. It's not a bad idea for them to find out more about you either! Presentations: Seniors vs. Admissions officer For your top-choice schools, try to meet both. Your seniors come at better times of the year and know details of student life. Admissions officers' talks are professionally delivered, and they can answer your admissions questions. Your seniors usually come to RI (JC) thick and fast in July and August, while admissions officers usually visit Singapore from December onwards. You'll have to budget your time yourself, but don't leave all your research till the prelims are upon you. Colleges: Websites vs. Brochures Brochures are available from the Student Services Centre, but of course college websites provide much more information, with the latest updates. See the links to college websites, and try looking for these areas yourself:
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