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Modify Your Order: Add or Remove a Credential

Justine D'Souza | February 11, 2019

For any variety of reasons, sometimes the person requesting a credential evaluation will need to modify the order after the process has already started. Should you find yourself in that situation, here are the steps to follow if you need to add or remove a credential from your order. The final decision, however, lies with […]

Effects of a U.S. Government Shutdown on Immigration

Lucy Cheung | February 6, 2019

On December 22, 2018, the United States federal government went into a partial shutdown. It lasted 35 days. This was because President Donald Trump and Congress could not agree on border security funding. The president’s insistence on $5.7 billion in funding to build a border wall along the U.S. southern border—funding that Congress would not […]

Updated for 2019: Preparing for the F-1 Visa Interview

WES Advisor | February 1, 2019

The F-1 student visa interview can be an intimidating experience. Not only do you have to be prepared with the required documentation and receipts, you also need to be ready to answer questions regarding your future plans and motivation behind studying in the U.S. You can prepare for the F-1 visa interview by getting a […]

What Is a Good GRE Score?

WES Advisor | January 29, 2019

If you are planning to go to graduate school in the U.S., you may be required to take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). The GRE is an exam that evaluates your ability to succeed at graduate school. Although not all graduate schools and programs use the GRE as an admissions factor, for those that do, an […]

Keys to Success for International Students in the U.S.

Yetunde Oshinkale | January 28, 2019

More students than ever are leaving their home countries to pursue or continue their higher education. According to data from UNESCO, in 2016 more than 4.8 million students crossed an international border to pursue their study goals. Yet many who go to North America—particularly the United States—remain unaware of the three keys that can unlock […]

How to Select the Right Canadian Province Depending Upon Your Immigration Goals

Ashwin Sakthivel | January 25, 2019

Most people who move to a new country have an immigration goal in mind. Often, they are pursuing one of the following: Better job opportunities A higher standard of living More individual freedom or a more open-minded society However, once you have a country in mind, there are more things to think about. If you […]

Understanding College Admissions in Ontario

Betty Liu | January 18, 2019

International students might want to learn about their academic options in Ontario, Canada. That’s because the province has the largest population in the country. It’s also the most multicultural province, offering a variety of opportunities in business, science, and the arts. But most importantly: Ontario is home to a large number of high-quality colleges and […]

U.S. Financial Aid Options for International Students

Mohsen Alzahrani | January 16, 2019

The United States is one of the most desirable destinations for international students. Many of its higher education institutions are considered the best in the world. According to the Institute of International Education, despite the more recent dip in international student numbers, the recorded number of international students in the U.S. increased from 671,616 in 2008-2009 to […]

How to Upgrade Your WES Credential Evaluation Report

Kelly Acheson | January 10, 2019

Did you know that you can upgrade your completed credential evaluation online through My Account? You can think of an upgrade as an update. It means that you are purchasing a new service or adding a new educational credential to your equivalency report for the U.S. or Canada. What Are Your Upgrade Options? Here are your […]

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11 Survival Strategies for Professionals Migrating to the U.S.

Nadine C. Atkinson-Flowers | January 9, 2019

A move to a new home is typically disruptive and stressful, so imagine all that is involved in relocating to another country! For professionals moving to the United States, planning, organizing, and making checklists are all in order. Invariably, however, a successful transnational relocation will also require a few survival tips. Some are useful before […]

Are U.S. Higher Education Institutions Easy to Get Into, But Hard to Graduate From?

Jianyang (Donna) Mei | January 4, 2019

Many students and parents in China have heard that U.S. higher education institutions (HEIs) are “easy to get into, hard to graduate from.” The U.S. college admissions process is relatively easy, compared to China’s National College Entrance Examination. Therefore, Chinese students feel like it will be easy to apply to colleges and universities in the […]

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Important Sources of Financial Aid for Nigerian Students

WES Advisor | January 3, 2019

Are you a Nigerian student who is hoping to continue your education in the United States? Studying abroad is expensive, especially in the U.S. The total cost of attending a school includes accommodation, food expenses, travel costs, health insurance, textbooks, and tuition fees. But there are some ways that you can reduce your costs. First, […]

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