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And it’s not just about the money – a study by the Higher Education Funding Council for Englandfound graduates tend to feel more satis ed with their lives than non-graduates, on top of being more resilient in di cult life situations. At an international school, your child will study with students from all around the world. is gives them the chance to develop an international perspective so valuable in the modern world. ey will learn how to integrate with di erent cultures and build the con dence to start a new life somewhere other than home. is experience is invaluable to getting into a top university as so many higher education providers welcome this global outlook. From Harvard in the US to Oxbridge in the UK, an openness to study abroad destinations will allow your child to make the most of top universities, rather than being limited to a select few. Combined with the added bene t that international schools o en teach in English, your child will leave with the language skills needed to thrive at many universities in English speaking countries or at those that deliver in English. e academic, social and personal enhancement your child will gain from an international school environment will prove invaluable when it comes to applying for universities, especially since top institutions are favourable to the skills they’ll have developed. Your child will have already demonstrated the resilience to live away from home, the self- discipline to achieve without their watchful parents and the ability to mix with other people from a range of cultures. All of this is attractive to a university, who will know your child can adapt to university life in a new country and has the motivation to academically succeed. Ready for College? 49 Top 7 Qualities Universities Look For In Student Applicants • A positive attitude towards study • A passion for the chosen course subject • An ability to think and work independently • An ability to persevere and complete tasks • An inquiring mind • Good written English • An ability to work well in groups