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How to Write a Successful Research Grant Application

Trishnee Bhurosy | May 17, 2018

Writing a research grant application, as with most things, is an acquired skill. But, with practice and by applying a few successful techniques, you can increase your odds of receiving a research grant. As an academic and behavioral scientist, I have realized the importance of developing the skills necessary for writing a good grant proposal. […]

Homestay: A Unique Housing Option for International Students

Abigail Byle | May 1, 2018

For many international students, attending university overseas is the first time that they will be away from home on their own. One of the most difficult parts of adjusting to life in a new country is often becoming familiar with a new culture and a new city. Although there are a number of housing options […]

Finding an On-Campus Job

Trishnee Bhurosy | April 27, 2018

Over the years, as an international student, I have realized that it takes a village to secure an on-campus job. It can take months and sometimes years of preparation. Before working on my PhD in the U.S., I knew little about the strategies and resources that I could use within my institution to find a […]

How to Apply to Canadian Universities and Colleges

Abigail Byle | April 3, 2018

Canadian universities and colleges provide high-quality post-secondary education, and they are accepting more and more applications from international students. However, there are some unique characteristics of post-secondary education in Canada to keep in mind. One important distinction is that, in Canada, universities refer only to schools that offer full degree programs, such as a bachelor’s […]

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College and University in Canada: What Is the Difference?

Shaunna-Marie Kerr | March 29, 2018

Roughly 53 percent of Canadians over the age of 15 have completed some level of postsecondary education, attending either a university, college, vocational school, or collège d’enseignement général et professionnel (CÉGEP). In Canada, each province or territory is responsible for designating schools at the post-secondary level, and each post-secondary institution has its own set of […]

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Best Practices for Switching Fields of Study

Yixin Zhao | March 22, 2018

If you were on an admissions committee, what do you think your expectation would be of a student who majored in a different field than the one they are applying for? What would be your concerns? Sometimes it can be a good thing to change your career focus and put yourself back on the right […]

Determining College Fit: Five Steps to Narrowing Down Your College List

Zaragoza Guerra | March 16, 2018

There are over 5,000 colleges and universities in the U.S. Big, small, urban, rural—name what you are looking for, and you are bound to find it. As a consequence, it can be easy for international students to become overwhelmed with choices or to stick to schools well known around the world. Either scenario, however, could […]

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Financial Aid Options for International Students at Canadian Universities

Abigail Byle | March 9, 2018

Canadian universities are seeing ever-increasing numbers of international students, but these students often face challenges, such as high tuition and fees. Most of the universities in Canada are publicly funded, which helps to keep tuition fees lower than in some other countries, while still offering a high-quality education. Unfortunately, however, most financial aid options at […]

The U.S. Admissions Process: Admitting Classmates, Not Just Students

Zaragoza Guerra | March 5, 2018

Just what is the college admission sweet spot? In other words, what is that magic combination of grades, test scores, activities, and essays that will wow a U.S. admissions officer and get an international applicant admitted? Truth be told, it is hard to peg. Mostly because it varies from school to school, year to year, […]

Applying to Safety, Target, and Reach Schools

Emily Toffelmire | February 28, 2018

Harvard. Yale. Stanford. MIT. These are all universities you have probably heard of, and for good reason: They are among the most highly ranked, prestigious universities in the U.S. That also means they are very, very hard to get into. With schools this elite, a perfect SAT or ACT score and a flawless transcript are […]

How to Prepare for the IELTS Test with New Resources from IDP

IDP | February 22, 2018

You finally did it. You booked your IELTS test. You spent countless hours learning English. Vocabulary worksheets, essay homework, oral presentations, grammar correction—the list goes on and on. And now it is time for the big test. It is the test for immigration, the test for academic acceptance, and the test for pay scales. You […]

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A Guide to Universities in North America for Students with Special Needs

StudyPortals | February 21, 2018

The great thing about the modern age is that we understand that everybody deserves a chance despite physical challenges. And, with people like Ludwig van Beethoven, Franklin Roosevelt, Helen Keller, and Frida Kahlo, who broke barriers and showed the world they were more than their disabilities, it is no wonder universities want to make their […]

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