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18 ST EDWARD’S CHRONICLE

Global Citizens

This year saw a large increase in applications across the board with most US institutions reporting a 20% increase. New York University, for example, read over 100,000 applications for the first time in its history. Competition was fierce yet many current St Edward’s pupils and OSE received multiple offers. In recent years there has been a surge of interest in universities in North America and Canada as our pupils consider the type of further education which will best suit their diverse interests and skills and widen their nets accordingly. Steve Fenoglio, US Admissions Advisor, brings us up to date.

Athena Bonnefoy , The University of Virginia Milly Bracey OSE , University of Southern California Liia Ishmuratova , Parsons School of Design, New York Alexandre Jennison University of British Columbia, Vancouver

Cheyenne Rahimian , University of California, San Diego Sofiia Shapovalova , New York University (or possibly Imperial College) Nia Willis , Columbia, New York, and Trinity College Dublin, dual BA programme

Canadian universities were also a popular choice this year with McGill, University of British Columbia and University of Toronto all extending offers to our pupils. Among others, the following will take up places in the US and Canada this September:

Nia Willis with her Thomas Chamberlain Medal

New York University

Northeastern University, Boston

‘Well done to all applicants who put in long hours crafting inspiring personal statements and earning high marks in their studies. St Edward’s creates individuals who are ready to solve problems and contribute to society. International universities continue to value our approach to learning and personal development.’ Steve Fenoglio