Ryse Insights

Join our community talk, "Navigating University Admission: A Guide for Singapore-Based Students and Parents," featuring insights from a former faculty member who served on SUTD and SIT admissions committees. Learn key strategies for local and international admissions, and why starting early benefits younger students building their portfolios. Get practical tips and answers to your questions. Register now via OnePA.

Join us for two community sessions designed to guide families through critical education decisions. Learn about post-PSLE secondary school selection (AL scores vs DSA pathways) on Nov 1 at Siglap South CC, and university admissions strategies for local, US & UK institutions on Nov 23 at Thomson CC. Open to all parents and students seeking expert guidance on Singapore's education system.

As we approach the crucial final month before major examinations: PSLE, O-levels and A-levels, success lies not in how many hours you study, but in strategic preparation. The most successful candidates understand exactly what each grade requires and focus their energy accordingly. Singapore's system rewards balanced performance over subject mastery, making smart revision strategies essential for optimal results.

The US new proposal on 4-year cap on F-1 student visas ends decades of 'duration of status' admissions, creating unprecedented uncertainty for international students. With 80% of Asian students relying on informal guidance, professional educational consultants like Ryse Education become critical for navigating policy volatility and developing strategic alternatives across Asia's rising education destinations.

Engineering Innovation Challenge judge shares key tips: Build a functional prototype, manage budget smartly, master Arduino and IoT app programming, hone soldering skills, and utilize CAD and 3D printing. Leverage makerspaces, build a diverse team, and seek mentorship early. These efforts build impactful projects and strengthen university applications, especially for Ivy League and Oxbridge hopefuls.

Singapore's brightest students, including PSC scholars, choose top overseas universities over NUS and NTU. Discover how global exposure, powerful networks, and strategic portfolio-building give them the edge in securing elite scholarships and international careers. Ambitious parents and students: learn why stepping beyond local shores is the secret to world-class success.

Discover the untold issues behind Singapore’s glittering scholarship award ceremonies. Learn why guarantors face huge risks, how xenophobia erupts when foreign scholars abscond, and what happens when the spotlight fades. Think twice before you sign. Read the fine print and see the shadows behind the glamour.

A 16-year-old’s DSA-JC Humanities journey: blending scale modelling, history book prizes, and WWII research. My 1/72 Eastern Front diorama and essay showcase passion, creativity, and deep historical understanding. Ideal for a unique DSA portfolio.

At Ryse Education, we believe college visits help students see themselves as future scholars and leaders, whether through school trips, parental support, or personal initiative. One visit can turn dreams into real plans.

In Singapore’s competitive academic scene, standout recommendation letters make a difference. Start early, be upfront with teachers, and have backup options so you secure strong, personal endorsements for your university application.

Starting early is key for students aiming at top universities like Oxbridge or the Ivy League. Read how I guided my student Jay from Secondary 3 at ACSI, helping him build a strong academic and super-curricular portfolio, win competitions, and grow in confidence, leading to his Cambridge Engineering offer. Discover why early, holistic preparation matters in today’s admissions landscape, and how you can map your child’s journey too.