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How can your school counselor help you in your college admission process?

Posted on: October 13, 2022

Nearly all high schools today have a special student counselor. These counselors are appointed for the well-being of students. They look after the emotional and psychological needs of a student. As a student of a high school, you are allowed to go to them during school hours and discuss your problem. But do you know that these counselors can also help you in your college admission process , Here's how you can take a great deal of advice from your high school counselors for your college admissions-

  • There are many students who have absolutely no idea of the college admission process. There is absolute confusion about where and how to start. This is when your school counselor can give you much-needed advice. You can ask them to develop a small map of steps for you that you can follow up. This can start from researching the colleges to the application process and furthermore.
  • Many students are confused about what they want to pursue ahead in life. School counselors have specially designed tests for this problem. By giving such a test you may be able to assess your area of interest which you can further follow in life
  • Counselors also have an idea of all the scholarships that you will be eligible for. You can go to their office and get a list of all the scholarships that you can apply for.
  • In order to make your application stand out from the rest, you may take some tips from your counselor. These people have experienced professionals and thus have a great deal of understanding about things like application writing.

How can your school counselor help you in your college admission process?

Posted on: October 13, 2022

Nearly all high schools today have a special student counselor. These counselors are appointed for the well-being of students. They look after the emotional and psychological needs of a student. As a student of a high school, you are allowed to go to them during school hours and discuss your problem. But do you know that these counselors can also help you in your college admission process , Here's how you can take a great deal of advice from your high school counselors for your college admissions-

  • There are many students who have absolutely no idea of the college admission process. There is absolute confusion about where and how to start. This is when your school counselor can give you much-needed advice. You can ask them to develop a small map of steps for you that you can follow up. This can start from researching the colleges to the application process and furthermore.
  • Many students are confused about what they want to pursue ahead in life. School counselors have specially designed tests for this problem. By giving such a test you may be able to assess your area of interest which you can further follow in life
  • Counselors also have an idea of all the scholarships that you will be eligible for. You can go to their office and get a list of all the scholarships that you can apply for.
  • In order to make your application stand out from the rest, you may take some tips from your counselor. These people have experienced professionals and thus have a great deal of understanding about things like application writing.

Degrees to earn the most amount of money

Posted on: October 12, 2022

The main purpose of studying is to get a good job. The meaning of a good job might be different for everyone in terms of work environment and annual growth. But one thing that remains constant to define a good job is a good salary. We must admit that there are certain degrees that provide a good boost to your business from the beginning only. Whereas in other degrees you have to make your way up slowly and steadily.  Earning Extra money from the beginning has never done any harm to anyone. Here are the degrees and disciplines that can land jobs with good salaries as a fresher also-

  • Business

Very obviously this degree helps you in earning money early as it teaches you how to earn money. Business is a very versatile discipline consisting of different branches like finance, marketing, data analysis, human resource management, and whatnot. You will get to learn everything from micro to macroeconomics and financing etc. You can expect to earn around US$47,850 per year.

  • Economics

It is very much like a business degree in terms of the versatility that it offers. It is applicable to almost everything in today's world which is why it is so much in demand. Your daily work will include taking the given data to analyze the financial trends and predict consumer behavior. You can earn up to US$52,000 per year as an economist.

  • Biomedical engineering

Medicine without technology is incomplete. It is because of technology that today we're able to find cures for ailments that were once considered incurable. Biomedical engineers learn to combine the knowledge of medicine and technology together. This is a very important profession in today's world where we are facing medical emergencies like COVID-19. As a biomedical engineer, you can earn around US$52,814 per year.

  • Nursing

Has it ever occurred to you how much health professionals are in demand these days? It is very simple that any degree that is associated with medicine is likely to be highly paid. Similar is the case with nursing. As a professionally trained nurse, you will learn to look after recovering patients under the supervision of a doctor. You can expect to earn around US$58,928 per year as a nurse.

UK universities likely to experience increase of international students

Posted on: October 12, 2022

There has been a massive increase of 34% in international students studying in the UK from 2016-17 to 2020-21. India and China have always been huge markets for the UK as thousands of students come here annually to study. But lately, there has been an increase in the number of international students coming from countries like the US, Nigeria, and Pakistan. For many years China has been the number one exporter of international students to the UK. But this year it has been reported that the number of international students that went to the UK surpassed the number of international students from China. China and India are the two most populated countries in the world. This means that both of these countries will always have a huge impact on the Education market of the UK. But it is also very important for the UK to focus on other potential markets besides these two countries and not be dependent on just them. The number of student visas issued to Pakistan has grown by 377% in 2022 as compared to 2019. In 2019 merely 4,900 student visas were given to international students whereas the number grew to 23500 by June of 2025. Currently, the top non-EU countries getting the most UK student visas are-

  • India
  • China
  • Nigeria
  • Pakistan
  • United States

Whereas the top EU countries getting the most number of UK student visas are-

  • France
  • Germany
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Greece

Top universities in the world as per Times Higher Education rankings 2023

Posted on: October 12, 2022

The Times higher education group has released its list of top universities for the year 2023. Although these ranking criterias are met with a lot of criticism every year, they still hold a lot of prominences. THE rankings take a lot of parameters like infrastructure, graduation rate, faculty and after graduation employment rate et cetera into consideration. The 2023 rankings for the best universities have been released. Like most years the United States of America has been the most represented country in these rankings. 1799 universities from 104 different regions have been assessed carefully. Here are the top 25 universities for this year-

  • University of Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Rank 2- Harvard University, United States
  • Rank 3- University of Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Stanford University, United States
  • Rank 5- Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States
  • Rank 6- California Institute of Technology, United States
  • Rank 7- Princeton University, United States
  • Rank 8- University of California, Berkeley
  • Rank 9- Yale University, United States
  • Rank 10- Imperial College London, United Kingdom
  • Rank 11- Columbia University, United States
  • ETH Zurich, Switzerland
  • Rank 13- The University of Chicago, United States
  • Rank 14- University of Pennsylvania, United States
  • Rank 15- Johns Hopkins University, United States
  • Rank 16- Tsinghua University, China
  • Tank 17- Peking University, China
  • Rank 18- University of Toronto, Canada
  • Rank 19- National University of Singapore, Singapore
  • Rank 20- Cornell University, United States
  • Rank 21- University of California, Los Angeles, United States
  • Rank 22- UCL, United Kingdom
  • Rank 23- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, United States
  • Rank 24- New York University, United States
  • Rank 25- Duke University, United States

Best colleges in the USA as per the US News 2023 rankings

Posted on: October 12, 2022

The US  News has released its annual rankings of the best universities in the USA for the year 2023. You will be surprised to know that not even one public educational institute has been featured in this list. This ranking system carefully analyses all the public as well as private educational institutes to draw its rankings. The top five colleges and the USA for the year 2023 as per the US news are

  • Princeton University
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Yale University, Stanford University, and Harvard University (tie)--
  • University of Chicago
  • The University of Pennsylvania and John Hopkins University (tie)
  • California Institute of Technology
  • Northwestern University and Duke University (tie)

Affordable countries for pursuing your BSc in nursing

Posted on: October 11, 2022

Finding universities that offer courses in BSC nursing for affordable prices can be hard. On an average, a nursing degree can cost you 116,400 Australian dollars in Australia and 111,720 pounds in the UK. For an average individual, this amount is equal to their savings for their whole life. This is why today we have bought for your list of countries where pursuing BSC nursing won't attack your life savings. This country is-

  • Norway

Norway tops this list as it offers the cheapest Education with world-class facilities. No one has to pay any tuition fees here as education is provided for almost new costs. Although students might have to pay a semester fee of around 32 to 60 euros. The best part about studying in Norway is that it's one of the most progressive countries in the world with a top-notch happiness index. Universities you can consider studying at in Norway include the University of Agder and VID Specialised University.

  • Hungary

In enter past few years, Hungary has worked really hard in order to improve its education system. This is why many universities from Hungary have made a place for themselves in the top 1000 universities of the world. You can expect to pay around US$4,844.30 per year as tuition fees. The University of Debrecen, the University of Szeged, and the University of Pécs are two famous universities in Hungary offering BSc in Nursing at low tuition fees.

  • United Kingdom

You will be surprised to know that the UK also has some very affordable options when it comes to pursuing a BSc in nursing. Glasgow Caledonian University, Teesside University, and Middlesex University London are some examples where fees can start from as low as 13,000 pounds (US$14,354).

  • Russia

Russia is known for offering medical courses at a lower price. What makes Russia even more suitable is the low living costs that this country offers. You can study for a nursing degree in Russia for as low as US$1,800 per year. Some good Russian universities for pursuing nursing are the Vitebsk State Order of Peoples’ Friendship Medical University and Kazan State Medical University.

Sports scholarship for students in Europe and the UK

Posted on: October 11, 2022

Many students must be aware of the sports scholarships that a lot of universities offer. Just like merit scholarships and need-based scholarships, universities also offer sports scholarships. These scholarships are offered to students having national or international achievements in the field of different sports. Many universities in the UK and Europe offer a lot of scholarships like these. Some of the universities offering such sports scholarships are-

  • International Sports Scholarship Programme, University of Stirling

The International Sports Scholarship Programme offered by this university extends financial assistance of up to 5,000 pounds per year. The scholarship is offered to both undergraduate and taught postgraduate students. Some of the major sports preferred by the university for granting scholarships are football (men and women), tennis, triathlon, rugby, golf, swimming, and curling.

  • WLV Sports Scholarship Programme, University of Wolverhampton

This university offers three different kinds of scholarship packages to students which are gold, silver, and bronze. Under each package, there is a specific amount that is allotted to the student which is 500 pounds, 1,000 pounds, and 1,500 pounds. Students have selected the package on the basis of the level they are competing in.

  • Newcastle University

Newcastle is a city that is known for sports. So it's no wonder that the universities here offer scholarships especially for students who are good at sports. Newcastle University offers multiple scholarships to students doing exemplary in sports. It also has a special disability sports scholarship.

Best ASEAN universities

Posted on: October 11, 2022

ASEAN stands for Association of Southeast Asian Nations. ASEAN consists of ten South. East Asian countries which have come together to form an alliance just like the EU. These include Malaysia, Myanmar, Brunei, Singapore, Cambodia, Laos, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Today we will discuss the best universities in these nations that should be on your list if you are planning to study in one of these countries. So let's get started-

  • National University of Singapore

Singapore has emerged as a powerhouse of Asia in terms of economic development. This country has emerged as a rising superpower despite its geographical minority. NUS of Singapore was founded in 1905. It has 13 undergraduate schools, 4 graduate schools, and 35 research centers.

  • Universiti Brunei Darussalam

This university is located on the north coast of the island of Borneo. It is an English medium university that is also a flagship University of Brunei. It has 10 academic faculties and 7 research institutions.

  • University of Malaya

This university is the oldest university in Malaysia and also the highest-ranked. It was founded in 1905 which is even before Malaysia got its independence. It is also the leading research university in Malaysia and was ranked among the top 301-350 universities in the world last year.

  • Duy Tan University

This is a private research university in Vietnam located in the heart of Danang. It was established 27 years ago and has an after-graduation employment rate of 95%.

IISc ranked the top most educational institute in India

Posted on: October 11, 2022

The latest round of Times Higher Education rankings is out and the Indian Institute of Science has retained its top position once again. Just like last year, it has left behind all the IITs and IIMs. It has been ranked in the 251-300 band. The University of Oxford has been ranked the best university globally among the 1799 universities from 104 countries. The second place among Indian institutes has been taken by Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences (351-400 overall). It is a university from Himachal Pradesh and has made its debut in the rankings. JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research which is another private research institution has also been ranked second among the Indian institutes. Tamil Nadu’s Alagappa University, a public institution has got third place.

Best universities in Europe for science courses

Posted on: October 10, 2022

A few years ago nobody would have even thought about the world that we are living in right now. If you are sitting in your room, you may just take a look around it and you will notice that everything that you are surrounded with is a byproduct of science. Imagine your life without science and its invention to realize how helpless we will be without it. Since technology has taken over the world so vividly, the need for people who are good at it is more than ever. Tech and science field has created mass employment opportunities for youth around the globe and has solved the problem of unemployment. European universities are known for their quality education in the fields of technology and science. Also, they are much more inexpensive than American and Australian universities. Here are some of the top European universities for students who want to continue their career in the field of science and tech-

  • University of Essex

This university was founded in 1964 and has been relentlessly working for the betterment of the environment. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses by its School of Life Sciences including BSc Ecology and Environmental Biology, BSc Marine Biology, and the innovative new BSc Global Sustainability, as well as MSc Tropical Marine Biology and MSc Marine Science and Sustainable Development at the master’s level.

  • University of Glasgow

This University is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. It is one of the most prestigious universities globally and has been named the Scottish University of the year by Times higher education. The School of Geographical and Earth Sciences offers three undergraduate programs that include Geography, Geology, and Environmental geoscience.

  • Aberystwyth University

This university was established in the year 1872 and has celebrated its 150th anniversary. The university offers a variety of courses to choose from such as the BSc in Environmental Earth Science, the BSc in Biology and Climate Change, the MSc in Environmental Change, Impact and Adaptation, and the MSc in Sustainable and Efficient Food Production.

European universities with no application fees

Posted on: October 10, 2022

European universities are known for charging less tuition fees as compared to the rest of the universities of the world. This is why recently we have seen a much larger inclination among students to study in European universities. It is a win-win situation for them as they get a high-quality education and that too for low prices. But did you know that there are many European universities that don't charge any application fee as well? As surprising as it may sound, it's true and very much believable. Here are some European universities that don't charge any application fees from all international students.

  • University of Cambridge

The University of Cambridge needs no introduction as it is one of the most respected universities in the world. It is a highly selective university with an acceptance rate of just 21%. The University of Cambridge offers free waves to students applying for post-graduation. But there are some requirements which are-

  • UK students applying for the fee waiver must be from low-income families.
  • Applications to the Postgraduate School of Life Sciences.
  • International students from the following countries- postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk
  • University of Oxford

The University of Oxford has been cited as the number one university in the whole world numerous times. It has given some of the most renowned scientists, nobel prize winners, and famous personalities. Students can apply for an application fee waiver but there are some requirements-

  • UK students applying for the application fee waiver must be from low-income families.
  • The student must be a refugee
  • International students from low-income countries.
  • A student who is applying for readmission.
  • Applying to related research courses

Is Taiwan better than Hong Kong for international education?

Posted on: October 10, 2022

When choosing between Hong Kong and Taiwan most of the students are not able to come up with one answer. On the surface, both of these countries may seem alike to you but in reality, they are quite different from each other. It is true that both of these countries are known for good quality of education with prices that won't burn your pocket. Taiwan is the right choice for you if you're looking to pursue a course in the field of technology whereas Hong Kong offers a blend of western and eastern education. Let us compare both of these countries-

  • Tuition fees

Taiwan is slightly less expensive than Hong Kong when it comes to tuition fees. The average tuition fee in Hong Kong is between US$11,500 to US$34,000 whereas in Taiwan it is US$1,650 to US$4,560 per year.

  • Scholarships

Both of these countries offer a generous amount of scholarships to international students. In Taiwan you can apply for government scholarships and for Hong Kong you can apply for scholarships such as HKU Belt and Road Scholarship and ADB-Japan Scholarship Program For Developing Countries In Asia & Pacific.

  • Cost of living

Hong Kong is expensive when it comes to the cost of living. Taiwan on the other hand is more affordable. But it is to consider that cost of living is a very subjective expense that can vary from individual to individual.

  • Visa costs

For Taiwan, you would have to apply for a resident visa if your educational program is longer than six months. The Resident visa cost you around US$69.5. For studying in Hong Kong students would have to apply for a student study visa which will cost them around US$67.52.

Canada to make PR system easier

Posted on: October 10, 2022

Immigration Minister of Canada Sean Fraser has announced a five-pillar plan which will make it easier for international students in Canada to get a PR. The plan will include an express entry which will allow IRCTC to invite candidates to the country as per the economic requirement of the country. The plan includes a strategy to convert temporary immigrant workers into permanent residents in order to curb the demand for laborers. Most of students like to stay back in Canada after the completion of their education. Under the post-graduation work permit rules, they are allowed to stay back for a fixed period of time. After this time is over they are constantly under the threat of being thrown out of the country. This plan has been made for their welfare so that no international student has to face such difficulty. Canada on its part has been facing a labor shortage and an all-time low unemployment rate. The Canadian government is in desperate need of human resources and this plan will certainly work to their benefit.

How to tackle recession as an international student?

Posted on: October 08, 2022

The whole world is right now facing the problem of inflation which has caused the crumbling of currencies. The Ukraine -Russia war has been a major aspect in this crisis. Due to this economic problem, everything has become more expensive than it was earlier. The aftermath of this is faced by everyone irrespective of what country they are living in. This has been a lot of problems for international students because international education has already been quite expensive and now with the ongoing situation it has become even costlier. Here are some ways through which you can tackle the problem of inflation as an international student-

  • Consider doing multiple jobs

Now that everything has become so expensive that one has to expand sources of income. This is why it is advisable for international students to work multiple part-time jobs in order to earn more money. This may sound a little disturbing to a lot of people as juggling both work and study is not an easy thing. Doing two jobs at a time increases pressure on students but if you carefully manage your time then anything is possible.

  • Invest in yourself

Start investing in yourself by upgrading your skills. Make yourself acquainted with the latest technology and trends so that you're efficient at your work. This way you will be able to earn more.

  • Stop limiting yourself

Don't put yourself under categories. For instance, if you want to go into the tech field, make sure that you don't limit yourself to one branch of it.

Things to do before your graduation is just about to end

Posted on: October 08, 2022

There are a lot of legal and personal obligations that one must fulfill before their graduation period in an international university is about to end. A lot of students do know about this because of which it causes them a lot of distress. As your savior today, we are here with a list of things that you must start doing when your graduation is on the verge of ending.

  • Visit the career center office

Many students undermine the importance of career centers in their universities. They are a gateway towards internships, job opportunities, and whatnot. Before your graduation is about to end, make sure that you visit the career center office of your college on a regular basis so that you don't miss out on any important opportunities.

  • Start collecting your work references

No matter where you have worked and what small job you have done, it is very important to start collecting all of your work preferences to build up your CV. Each and every small job and Internship matters when it comes to building up your CV.

  • Start applying for a post-study work visa.

If you have plans to stay back in the country that you are studying in, then make sure that you start applying for a post-study work visa once your study tenure is about to end. It is very important to make timely decisions regarding your Visa and stay permit as these things are not done in the last hour.

  • Start applying for jobs as having a good job will increase your probability of staying back in the country even if your study Visa is over. Having a joining letter will help you in getting a work visa so that you can stay back.

Countries that easily offer post study work permits

Posted on: October 08, 2022

Most of the students want to stay back in the country after they have completed their education. This is because the major reason behind investing so much money in their education is to be able to work in that particular country and improve one's standard of living. Some countries have very tough post-study work visa permit rules whereas some countries are very lenient regarding the same. Here is a list of countries that offer post-study work visas easily-

  • Switzerland

Switzerland school of opportunities in both IT as well as tourism sectors. If you're somebody who is interested in the culinary industry then this is the right place for you. Switzerland offers work permits very easily as it has a shortage of labor.

  • Singapore

Singapore is a strong economy dominating the Asian continent even though it is geographically very small in size. The government of Singapore is very gracious with its residents so immigrants can enjoy the benefits of great career opportunities, low tax rates, cheap and reliable public transport, and generous financial packages. The visa norms here are also not very tough.

  • Australia

Australia has maintained its position among the top choices of international students for study abroad. Recently Australia has also amended its own laws related to international students and immigration for attracting more and more students.

  • Canada

Canada has recently been in the news for extending the number of hours students can work part-time. This year Canada has issued a record-breaking number of student visas. This data in itself is proof that studying and working in Canada is not a very tough process.

Universities of Norway to start charging fees from international students

Posted on: October 08, 2022

Students who have researched well about European universities would be aware that most of the universities in Norway do not charge any fees to international students. Education in Norway is free for everyone. But the government has been in discussions recently to change this law and start imposing tuition fees on third-country students. This means that education will still be free for native students and students of the European Union but students from other nations would have to pay for their education. Minister of Education, Ola Borten has said that most of the international students come here to study because of free education, not because they think that the quality of education is very high here. This is why it is time for them to prioritize their own native students and think the best for them. Those who still want to study in Norway can pay their own fees.

What is the CSS profile and how to complete it?

Posted on: October 07, 2022

The CSS profile is your gateway to non-federal scholarships. It is recorded and maintained by the same organization that facilitates SATs. It is needed by 300 educational institutes around the world in order to offer scholarships to an individual. The CSS profile allows families and individuals to put forward whatever reasons they have to justify their inability to pay college tuition fees. This application is majorly needed by private institutions which have bigger endowments to offer. Some examples of the universities that will be considering the CSS application for distributing financial allowances to students are-

  • American University (DC)
  • Brandeis University (MA)
  • College of William & Mary (VA)
  • Duke University (NC)
  • Grinnell College (IA)
  • Stevens Institute of Technology (NJ)
  • University of Michigan—Ann Arbor
  • University of Southern California
  • Worcester Polytechnic Institute (MA)

In order to complete the CSS profile, it is very essential to have a college board account. If you are a student who's ready to get into college and has appeared for SATs then you might already have a college board account which will come in handy while completing your CSS profile. Make sure that you create your profile there. After that, it is very important for you to collect all the necessary documents which are witnesses of your inability to pay tuition fees like your income tax receipts from the same year as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Students who have already completed their FAFSA application can fill in the same information in their CSS applications. In both applications, tax documents of two years prior to the year of joining the College have to be submitted. So for instance, if you want to start college in 2024, you will have to submit your tax documents for the year 2022. After that select colleges that you want to apply to. There is no minimum or maximum number limit when it comes to applying for colleges.

Requirements for studying abroad as an Indian student

Posted on: October 07, 2022

There are certain things that are demanded globally on a mutual level from Indian students when they decide to study abroad. As a study abroad aspirant you must be well acquainted with these so that you can start making the preparations in advance.

  • Application 

It is the initial step in your journey towards studying abroad as you will need to submit your application to different universities stating your biodata upon the basis of which you will be selected or rejected.

  • Academic records

Along with your application, it is also mandatory to submit your academic records as proof of what you have written in your application. This involves your high school mark sheets and mark sheets of other courses that you have done before.

  • Language proficiency test 

As an international student, you also have to prove your ability to communicate in the language of the country you are traveling to. For the purpose of Language proficiency tests have to be undertaken.

  • Statement of purpose

A statement of purpose is like a mirror of your personality. You get to say what you think about yourself and why you think you are a potential candidate for a seat in the given University.

  • Letter of recommendation

A letter of recommendation is generally given by a person in authority in an educational institute like the professor of your previous college or the principal of your high school.

 

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