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Can international students get an internship in the White House?

Posted on: August 16, 2022

White House is one of the most influential and powerful government buildings in the whole world. Like any other government administrative building, the White House also offers internship opportunities to young students. If you are a student who wants to pursue litigation and law-related professions in the future, doing an internship in the White House will be really advantageous for both your career as well as your personal demeanor development. It is very obvious that students who are natural US citizens by birth can apply for this internship. There is no such rule that prohibits international students from applying for an internship in the White House. The eligibility criteria for applying is that the student needs to be at least 18 years old. He or she must be enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program. The university or school that the student has graduated from must be an internationally accredited and recognized one. Selected students get the opportunity to work in 24 different departments of the White House serving the Biden-Harris government. Before your final selection, your security eligibility is also determined through the following parameters-

  • An applicant’s connection to foreign governments
  • Criminal history 
  • Financial debts
  • Tax compliance 
  • Prior drug use (including marijuana, regardless of whether the marijuana use was permitted under state law)

How to secure an internship in the most renowned tech companies

Posted on: August 16, 2022

A major goal for most university students is to secure an internship in a prestigious working place. During summertime, a lot of companies start offering internships to students which also pays them well. Some of the top companies such as Google, Apple, and Microsoft among others offer high-paying internship opportunities to students in the field of tech. But these internship opportunities are very competitive with thousands of students competing for each seat every year. But this doesn't mean that getting an internship in these high-profile companies is impossible. If you're ambitious, you know what it takes to reach the top level. Perseverance is the key to getting anything that you want in life. Build your social network, be active on LinkedIn and acquire as many extra skills as you can. Make sure that your CV looks very dynamic and versatile so that the management thinks that you are a multitasker who is an asset to the company in every way possible. Stay up to date with everything that is going around in your industry and work dynamics. Never stop learning and never be complacent with yourself in life.

Students demand for an extra attempt for JEE Mains 2022 exam

Posted on: August 16, 2022

The result of JEE Mains exam 2022 was announced on August 8, 2022. Since the announcement of the result, students have extended their discontentment regarding the same stating that there have been many technological glitches and mistakes in the result. Students are demanding the court intervene and help them since the National Testing Agency is not taking their complaints into consideration. Many students have complained that they have been marked absent in the final result although they have appeared for the exam. This is a blunder and mistake and needs to be looked upon. Many students have complained about the wrong calculation of marks in the final result. Now students are demanding an extra attempt at the JEE mains exam 2022 and are very likely to organize stage protests regarding the same. Twitter has been flooded with tweets of students demanding another attempt at the exam. NTA has still not issued any official statement on the matter.

How colleges decide which student to choose?

Posted on: August 16, 2022

Colleges have become exceedingly competitive these days. In order to get selected you don't only have to be academically proficient but also need to have a wide set of extracurricular activities that you are good at. Each application is analyzed and checked very precisely before coming to any conclusion. There are a number of parameters that all the colleges consider mutually on common ground while selecting students. The first and foremost thing that colleges seek in students these days is consistency. The youth these days lack consistency the most. It is believed that they start something but do not have the patience to end it. That is why all the colleges will look at your academic graph from grades 9th to 12th to draw an overall conclusion of how consistent and devoted you have been in your studies throughout high school. The second most important thing is your involvement in extracurricular activities and social work. All the colleges would like to have leaders in their alumni network and hence they look for outgoing and initiative-taking students. Your personal statement also plays a very important role in your selection process. Many times students have been selected for prestigious universities and colleges even though they did not have a very remarkable academic record or extracurricular record. This is because universities and colleges look for students with intriguing and curious personalities. Make sure that you don't copy your personal statement from anyone and write things that you truly mean.

Indian students to be prioritised by the UK High commission for giving visas

Posted on: August 13, 2022

On August 13, 2022, a statement from the UK high commission in Delhi was released in which they said that super priority and priority visas will soon be released for Indian students in which they will be offered the UK visa on an early and priority basis. They also said that in the coming few weeks the need for UK visas are expected to grow and thus all those students who are planning to study in the UK should apply for their visa as soon as possible. Earlier the UK high commission had extended its apologies for the delay in giving visas to students who had applied for a very long period of time. In their apology, they stated that since the borders of the country have opened roughly after two years of the pandemic, the administration is facing a hard time dealing with the sudden surge of visa applications. Additionally, reasons like technological errors and Russia's invasion of Ukraine were also given as some of the issues why the UK high commission faced delays in issuing visas to students and other people.

Top universities in France for pursuing bachelor's degree

Posted on: August 13, 2022

France is famous for a lot of luxury brands and for its fashion throughout the whole world. Its capital Paris is also known as the fashion capital of the whole world. French people believe in obtaining an education that is a good amalgamation of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. France is the parent country of brands like L'Oreal Paris, Airbus, Orange, and Total, etc and thus starting your career here can be highly advantageous for you. Here is a list of the top 10 French universities along with their QS World University Rankings 2022 that you can consider for pursuing your bachelor's degree-

  • Universite PSL ( 44)
  • Polytechnique Institute of Paris ( 49)
  • Paris-Saclay University    (86)
  • Sciences Po    (261)
  • University of Paris    (261)    
  • University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne    (290)    
  • Université Grenoble Alpes    (314)    
  • Aix Marseille University    (501)    
  • Paris School of Business    (N/A)
  • Paris College of Arts    (N/A)

Everything you need to know before applying to study in Singapore

Posted on: August 13, 2022

A lot of you may have heard about the affluent culture of Singapore in movies and TV shows. Although this country is very small in terms of its geographical area, its influence on the world is very much opposed to its occupied area. Singapore is also one of the most expensive countries in the world when it comes to living expenses. If you are a student who is about to go to Singapore for education or is planning to, here are some facts that you would want to know about the country-

  • The temperature here is very high and over the coming years, it is likely to increase even more. Singapore suffers from a high level of global warming which also adds humidity which remains at an average of 84%. 
  • Singapore has some of the world's top-ranked universities which including the National University of Singapore ranking 11th globally and first in Asia. Nanyang Technological University is ranked 19th globally.
  • Singapore is a great country if you are a travel freak. You have the opportunity to explore the best of both worlds, that is you can experience luxurious and technologically advanced cities as well as rural countryside deprived of any unnatural interventions.
  • Staying in rented apartments or even buying property can be very expensive in Singapore as Singapore annually comes in the top five most expensive cities in the world when it comes to accommodation.

Courses that can get you high-paying jobs

Posted on: August 13, 2022

The reason why a lot of people pursue higher education is to earn more. There is a generally perceived opinion that the more degrees you have, the more amount of money you'll be able to earn. But over the past few years, this idea has been opposed by the new generation who believe that it's not the degrees that matter but your actual skill set that plays a greater role in getting you your dream job and salary. Here is a list of courses that can get you high-paying jobs-

Computer engineering

Students who pursue this degree create hardware and film web by using the principles of electrical engineering and computer science. These are then used in the making of things such as aircraft,  self-driving cars like Tesla, medical devices, communication systems, consumer electronics, and more. Careers in this field include-

  •  Computer engineer
  • Computer architecture developer 
  • Systems Engineer 
  • Network Engineer 
  • Firmware Engineer 
  • Mobile device engineer 
  • Quality control (QC) engineer

Computer science

These people deal with computational operations and explore hardware and software structures. While studying this you will tackle problems involving Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Cloud and Network Infrastructure, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), and more. Careers in this field include-

  • Game developer
  • Software engineer
  • Software Developer
  • IT consultant
  • Database administrator
  • UX designer
  • Mobile app developer
  • Project manager
  • Information security analyst
  • Systems architect
  • AI engineer

Software engineer

Software engineers look after the needs and requirements of the software-related spectrum. In order to design new software is they have to learn different machine languages such as JavaScript, Java, C#, Python, and PHP. People graduating with this degree can become-

  • Application developers
  • Database administrators
  • Game developers
  • Software testers
  • Web designers
  • Software engineer

Electrical engineering

Students studying this degree will learn about electrical-related technology. They will know how amplifiers, semiconductors, and reverse engineering works. Important careers from this degree are-

  • Acoustic consultant 
  • Broadcast engineer
  • CAD technician
  • Electrical engineer
  • Network Engineer
  • System Analyst

How to make your kids kindergarten ready?

Posted on: August 12, 2022

Starting kindergarten education for your child is a memorable moment for each and every parent. It is their first step toward the social world and preparation for what is to come in the future. Every child is different in terms of how well they adapt in school. In this article, we will discuss what things you can do as a parent to ensure a smooth transition of your child into a student. The best way to make your child comfortable in Kindergarten is by sending them as early as possible. The more the child learns to stay at home in comfortable surroundings, the more rigid his or her behavior is likely to get. Saying goodbye to them can be very emotional for a lot of mothers as most likely the child will cry for the initial days. But learning to say goodbye to them with a strong face is very important not only for them but for the child as well. Children very often copy what they see so being strong in front of them will also give them a confidence boost. Make sure that you bid them goodbye as soon as you can and leave without letting them pull up any tantrums. At home try to have as many positive conversations with them as you can about the playschool. This will help them in developing communication skills which will come in handy when they go out.

Different ways you can arrange money for studying abroad

Posted on: August 12, 2022

Studying abroad is a dream for many students as well as parents. But arranging the capital money for the same is not a cakewalk for everyone. On average, you need at least 20 to 25 lakhs INR in order to study abroad in a good college or university abroad. Not everyone has this kind of amount available to them and even if they have they can't afford to spend it on education. In situations like these banks and money lending institutions provide help. You should be very careful while assessing loans offered by different banks as each of them have an interest-rate structure of its own. Try to search and analyze each and every loan available in the market for education purposes and try to find what works best in your situation. The best way is to start investing early in the education of your children. You can buy policies where you have to pay annual installments and on their maturity, you will get a good amount of money that can sustain your child's study abroad plans. This step is helpful for all the parents whose children are right now in younger classes and they want to send them abroad. Also while taking help from any financial institution, clarify all things they will cover under the loan. Many times a lot of financial institutions cover only the tuition fee of the student excluding other essential costs like travel, insurance, accommodation and books et cetera.

How to overcome your anxiety while studying abroad?

Posted on: August 12, 2022

Studying abroad can be a nerve-wracking experience for a lot of students. It's already very stressful to leave your family and settle in a completely different environment while managing everything on your own. A lot of students may experience anxiety during this situation which can make everything even worse. Having anxiety issues is very disadvantageous during studying abroad as things may start appearing even bigger of a deal than they actually are. As a student living alone and far from home, it is important to maintain your calm and be as emotionally strong as you can. Always choose the program of your choice that you are interested in and passionate about. Having a deep understanding of your program and whatever you are studying provides you with a sense of contentment and keeps you away from any anxious thoughts. Make sure that you stay in touch with all your close ones including friends and family. The world is now closer than ever through virtual modes of communication where you can video call and see your close ones right in front of you who are sitting thousands of miles away. On the days when you feel too overwhelmed with your emotions try to write them down in a journal. Journalling is a very good habit that helps in venting out suppressed emotions and thoughts that have been bottled up in you for a long period of time. If things get too messed up make sure you consult a therapist as soon as you can because prioritizing your mental health is your biggest responsibility for yourself.

NEET UG 2022 answer key to be out on 17th August 2022

Posted on: August 12, 2022

As per the latest media reports, the National Testing Agency is likely to release the answer key of NEET UG 2022 tomorrow. Students across the country and even out of India who have given this exam have been eagerly waiting for the answer key to be released. The answer key will be available on the official website of NTA neet.nta.nic.in. The NEET OMR sheet will also be released along with the answer key. Through the answer, key candidates will be able to calculate their total marks before the final results are out along with the ranks. Although there has been no official announcement made by NTA regarding the same, it is very likely that the answer sheet will be out very soon. This year over 18,00,00 students had given the exam for admission in MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BSMS, BUMS, BHMS, and other UG medical courses in approved and recognized Medical, Dental, AYUSH, and other Colleges, deemed Universities, and Institutes like AIIMS and JIPMER in India.

Scholarships for international students in Australia

Posted on: August 11, 2022

Australia's one of the most expensive countries in the world when it comes to education and accommodation. But Studying here is totally worth it as the country has a very high GDP and lots of jobs. This means an international student can potentially earn way more than he or she invests in his education if he or chooses to study and after that work in Australia. Also, Australia offers a lot of scholarships to international students on a merit and need basis. Here is a list of scholarships for international students can apply if they are looking forward to studying in Australia-

  • Australian National University (ANU) Chancellor’s International Scholarship

This is a merit-based scholarship that is open to all international students and has 200 seats. It is divided into 12 different categories and At an undergraduate level, students get a fee waiver of 25% of their total fees.

  • James Cook University (JCU) Vice Chancellor’s International Student Scholarship

This is one of the most popular scholarships in Australia where a scholarship amount of up to AU$85,000 is awarded to the student. This is a merit-based scholarship and students scoring only above 85% are allowed to apply.

  • La Trobe University’s Vice-Chancellor Excellence Scholarship — India and Sri Lanka

This is a scholarship specially meant for international students coming from India and Sri Lanka where they have an opportunity to get a hundred percent tuition fee waiver. The selection is done on the basis of academic and extracurricular assessments.

  • Southern Cross University, Outstanding Academic Excellence Scholarship

The scholarship is open to students studying Bachelor of Engineering System (Honours) and Bachelor of Science programs at the Lismore campus, and the Bachelor of Science degree at Coffs Harbour. It is one of the most renowned Australian scholarships where students can get up to AU$60,000 which is divided into $15,000 per annum for four years of the complete study duration.

What is international education like in Japan post the pandemic?

Posted on: August 11, 2022

Japan is a country that is famous for making the utmost utilization of its human resources and building a strong economy out of nothing. During the Covid pandemic, the schools and educational institutes of Japan incurred huge losses with almost 25% of the language schools claiming to be running out of business. The post-Covid restrictions in Japan were very strict which denied the entry of international students in Japan for a really long period of time even when a lot of other countries had already opened their entry gates for international students. But since March 2022, the restrictions have been eased up to a great extent. But in the time students who were initially planning to go to Japan dropped their plans of studying there and opted for some other country due to the delays that the government of Japan was creating in letting international students enter the country. The pandemic has also created an influenced the students that had already been studying in Japan before the pandemic. Employment ratios among international students in Japan have fallen with them not being able to get placed in Japanese industries Even after obtaining education in Japan itself. Although Japan has launched a lot of online programs in order to keep up with the trend of online education, a lot of skill sets that the Japanese education system believes in are not easy to be taught through the virtual means of teaching.

Schools in the US that offer an overall growth to students

Posted on: August 11, 2022

Universities these days don't only ask you to get good academic scores but also look for overall characteristics and intellectual development in students. Skills like these are learned during your schooling days so evidently it makes sense that choosing a good school is a major step towards getting into your dream University. If you are looking for good schools in the USA that provide an overall development to students then save this article for yourself. 

  • North Cedar Academy

This is a Day boarding school for students from ages 13 to 19 where Educating students is done through community-oriented learning in vibrant circumstances such as forest explorations, trekking, and near Lakesides. Graduates from school or good in higher order thinking skills and problem-solving.

  • Concord Academy

This is a Day boarding school with 400 students from classes 9 to 12 studying a versatile curriculum. This School is best suitable for students who have creative instincts in them. Students here have the opportunity to select their electives in every semester which allows them to explore and understand their potential.

  • George School

This is known as a global school with students from 37 different countries out of which 41% of them are of color. It is a day boarding co-ed school with 540 students from classes 9th to 12th. The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.

  • New Hampton School

It is a coed school built on a huge area of 340 acres with a stunning campus consisting of residential houses, libraries, research labs, computer labs and classrooms. Students here or promoted to be themselves and to enjoy the process of learning and gaining knowledge. The community here is known to be very happy and inclusive.

Universities in the US that don't charge any tuition fee for masters degrees

Posted on: August 11, 2022

The United States of America is a dream for many students to study in. Getting an American visa is also not a very easy job. Also, America is undeniably One of the most expensive countries in the world. So getting a scholarship to study in the USA is almost a necessity. Here is a list of tuition-free universities that offer master's degrees to international students-

  • University of the People

It was founded in 2009 and is the first non-profit University in the US. All that you need to pay is the application fee of US$60 and US$300 as the cost assessment fee. MBA will cost approximately US$3,660.

  • Curtis Institute of Music

This Institute offers various courses in music to students like comprehensive musical training covering composition, orchestral instruments, piano, guitar, organ, and opera. It offers a 100% fee waiver to students regardless of their financial status.

  • Princeton University

Your Master's in Public and International Affairs Degree can be fully sponsored by the School of Public and international affairs at Princeton University.

  • Columbia University

It is a prestigious university known for offering courses in artificial intelligence, finance, robotics, and economics, etc. 

Universities to consider if you want to purani literature degree in the UK

Posted on: August 10, 2022

Literature is a degree that is pursued by people enthusiastic about books and stories. It is a very sought-after degree and a lot of people are interested in it. The UK is famous for its history of great writers and different periods of literature and is also famous for some of the most well-known universities in the world like Oxford, Cambridge, and Durham. But getting into these universities can be very tough and hence here are the best universities that you can consider for yourself if you are thinking of pursuing a bachelor's in English-

  • Loughborough University

This is ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK and is considered very prestigious in the UK. The Bachelors in English program is very flexible and subjective approach oriented.

  • Royal Holloway, University of London

The university encompasses the true essence of British architecture in its campus. The course offered here in English takes you through the world of English, American and global literature. You will also learn creative writing here.

  • University of Kent

Kent is known as the historical center of the UK and that significance is dominant in the course offered by the University of Kent that teaches students British, Irish, American, Indigenous, Postcolonial, and World literature.

How to get transferred into an Ivy League university?

Posted on: August 10, 2022

Many students share a common dream of going to an ivy league university but very actually get to achieve that dream. Getting into these universities may seem like an impossible task until and unless you are an extraordinary student with impeccable achievements. But you can get transferred into these universities midway through your course. This is very much possible and all the ivy league universities accept transfer applications. The requirements are subjective for every university and you would have to check as per the university that you want to get into. In some cases, you might even be allowed to change your program as well. But every student must remember that the university selection board are very clever people who are easily able to identify if you are lying. Make sure that you don't lie about anything as it is a major red flag for these universities when they are going through the selection process.

What are three year medical degrees?

Posted on: August 10, 2022

Studying medicine can be a very long and detailed journey. Medical degrees are generally longer to finish than degrees such as engineering, business, and others related to art and literature. But wouldn't you be surprised if you came to know that you could finish your medical degree in three years instead of four years? Over the past few years, a lot of medical colleges have been launching programs known as accelerated medical degrees where you have the opportunity to complete your regular four-year medical degree in a span of just three years. These degrees are designed for students who want to complete their studies as early as possible with a lesser amount of investment in their education. Around 30 universities across Canada and the United States of America offer this accelerated medical degree program. Some of these universities are McMaster University Medical School in Ontario, Canada, Medical College of Wisconsin's Green Bay and Central Wisconsin campuses, and New York University's Manhattan-based Grossman School of Medicine and its Long Island School of Medicine, etc. There is not much difference between a regular four years medical degree and an accelerated medical day.

Challenges for international students in colleges

Posted on: August 10, 2022

International students have to go through a lot of challenges in the course of their degree. They are more vulnerable to problems such as financial risks, security-related problems, doing part-time jobs and maintaining groceries, etc. Here is a list of some of the most common problems that are encountered by international students on a daily basis-

  • Doing new and different kinds of assignments every day.
  • Professors will not pay attention to students on a personal level.
  • Students are bound to face a culture shock and may not even get food options of their own choice.
  • Meeting people that you get along with and share something common can also be a very rare thing.
  • Understanding the culture of a new country will also take some time.

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