Academic Insights : University Planning
February 6, 2026
What Is Graphic Design — and What Can You Do with It? If you love creating visuals, storytelling, and combining art with technology, Graphic Design might be the major for you. Maybe you dream of designing apps, websites, branding, or animation. Graphic Design is all about using creativity and digital tools to communicate ideas visually.…
February 1, 2026
What Is Environmental Science — and What Can You Do with It? If you’re curious about nature, climate, and how humans interact with the environment, Environmental Science might be the major for you. Maybe you dream of protecting wildlife, finding solutions to climate change, or making cities more sustainable. Environmental Science combines biology, chemistry, earth…
November 27, 2025
If you love working with people, organizing experiences, and exploring new places, a Hospitality & Tourism Management major could be a perfect fit. Maybe you dream of running a luxury hotel, organizing unforgettable events, or promoting travel experiences around the world. Hospitality & Tourism Management programs attract students who are outgoing, creative, and interested in…
November 27, 2025
What Is Finance — and What Can You Do with It? If you’re interested in money, markets, and how businesses or individuals make financial decisions, a Finance major could be a great fit. Maybe you dream of managing investments, helping companies grow, or even starting your own business. Finance isn’t just about numbers, it’s about…
September 24, 2025
Accounting Business is one of the most popular areas of study for undergraduates in both the U.S. and Canada, and accounting is one of the most in-demand specializations within business. Some universities offer accounting through a School of Business, while others include it as a major in their arts or commerce programs. So why do…
May 29, 2025
Sports Management Turn your passion for sports into a dynamic career. If you’re a sports lover but not planning to become a professional athlete, there are still exciting careers waiting for you behind the scenes. The global sports industry—worth hundreds of billions of dollars—needs professionals to manage teams, promote events, run facilities, and keep everything…
June 2, 2023
In this issue, you’ll find articles on: Tradeoffs – You Probably Can’t Have It All – When you’re putting together a college list, you will probably find some things you love and some things you’re not crazy about at each school. It’s like choosing a partner. You might have a wish list of 37 characteristics,…
May 16, 2023
In this issue, you’ll find articles on: Studying Abroad – Freshman Year or Later – The opportunity to live and study in a foreign country is seen by students and parents alike as not just a fun part of college but necessary preparation for working in a global economy. But there are many different types of study…
April 11, 2023
In this issue, you’ll find articles on: Qualities of Stem Applicants – In the face of the increasing demand for qualified graduates, competition for seats in STEM programs have become far more rigorous. In order to present a competitive application to a strong STEM program, students need to start preparing themselves as early as possible. These…
September 27, 2022
Are you in Grade 12 and thinking about applying to colleges and universities in the United States? Now is the time to strategize about the timing of your applications. And to do that, you need to know about your “Regular Decision”, “Early Action”, “Early Decision”, and “Rolling Admissions” options. Each of the schools you’re considering…
