Ex-president Obama had strong feelings about the value of global education, and during his tenure, his immigration policies made it easier for international students to receive the education they wanted. There are a lot of students can learn about the man himself. But, what international students can learn from Obama? If you are feeling lost …
So you’ve exaggerated things on your college application. Maybe you’ve padded it up with thousands of hours that you did not really do community service, fictitious clubs that you founded, or an entirely fabricated personal essay that a counsellor wrote for you. It’s not ideal – not to mention ethical – but it’s not uncommon …
There is much information available to students about the benefits of international study. From having the rich cultural experience to broadening potential work opportunities to studying in some of the world’s most renowned institutions, there are many reasons why over 4.5 million young people are currently studying abroad. But that doesn’t mean it’s the right …
Good news for students who are going to embark on an international study in the UK – you are allowed to find work and gain income to supplement your living funds. However, the exact rules depend on when your visa was issued. This article will outline the rules for those students studying in the UK …
The USA and Canada are both sought after destinations for students looking to study internationally. The USA has long been a popular choice for international students although, of late, its popularity has been steadying. Meanwhile, the popularity of international study in Canada has been on the rise. So which country really offers a better experience …
Are you a prospective undergraduate student looking for ways to fund a Bachelor’s degree in the USA? Do you have US citizenship or permanent residency, and come from a low to the middle-income family? You may be eligible to apply for a Federal Pell Grant to help pay for your studies. What is a Federal …
Post-secondary education has never been more important. A partnership between Arizona State University and Starbucks Corporation is making it possible for U.S. based Starbucks employee partners to receive a bachelor’s degree, tuition free. What is the Starbucks College Achievement Plan? The Starbucks College Achievement Plan is a partnership that has been established between Arizona State …
Established in 1961, Georgia Piedmont Technical College is one of Georgia’s oldest and most respected technical colleges in the USA. The college seeks to prepare individuals with education, hands-on training, and marketable skills that will allow them to competitively enter the workplace in roles geared towards creating a global impact. More than 950 faculty and …
Not only is Canada a great destination for completing the undergraduate or postgraduate study, but there is also a chance to get permanent residency after graduation if your course lasts for a minimum of two years. This makes Canada an even more attractive study destination for international students. Canada has a number of permanent residence …
If you’re planning to study in Japan, you may have been attracted by a culture that juggles Confucianism, Shinto, Buddhism, sumo and samurai on the one hand, and Hayao Miyazaki, Sony, vending machines, touchscreen restaurant menus, avant-garde fashion and anime on the other. Japan is a multifaceted country, with rich culture and traditions on the …
A degree in engineering from one of the UK’s top engineering universities will make the competition in a saturated field that much easier. There are more engineers around today than the world needs, but not all of them have the skills to match with the jobs that are available. Studying at a university with world-class …
A popular destination for international students, Canada offers high-quality education and an opportunity to remain in the country after graduation. It also offers cheaper tuition fees than other English speaking countries, such as America, Australia and the UK. However, the cost of tuition in Canada is still relatively high in comparison to many other countries …
Australia is a fantastic destination for international students to embark on their studies. Offering beaches, sunshine and a laid back lifestyle, over 600,000 international students studied in Australia in 2017. However, there is one considerable drawback with studying in Australia: it is one of the most expensive study destinations in the world. It is estimated …
We don’t mean to scare-monger, considering life is tough for students even without the burden of evaluation by powerful people sitting in a room thousands of miles away going through your application without having met you. But the competition is tough for colleges abroad. Especially if you’re applying to the top schools to which dozens …
Did you know that you don’t have to be accepted into a college or wait for your college plans to be finalized before you can apply for a scholarship? You can start applying as early as your sixteenth birthday. Once you’ve made up your mind to study abroad, there are plenty of good reasons for …