Ireland has always ranked among the world's most beautiful countries, blessed with nature's best views. However, in recent times, it has gone beyond that tag. Owing to infrastructural advancements and economic growth, the country has emerged as a new technology hub; a tech hub not just of Europe but the entire world. Some of the leading brands have extensive presence in Ireland, from Apple and Alphabet to IBM and Microsoft. And they are continuously expanding. The country homes thousands of tech startups. Over the years, it has exported many innovative…
You have an excellent academic background with great grades in your exams. So, you applied for admission to some of the world's leading universities abroad. Now guess how many students have gotten "great grades" in their exams as well? Exactly: many! In that case, how do the admission committees decide which applicant to pick and who to reject? This is where Statement of Purpose or SOP comes to play a key difference-maker. Helps you stand out Also called a letter of intent, SOP enables you to stand out in the…
India has the largest expatriate population in the world. Nepal, the USA, and Saudi Arabia have the highest number of NRIs, followed by Malaysia, UAE, UK, South Africa, Canada, Myanmar, and Mauritius. While all these countries are great, are they also fitting for ambitious individuals who want better career opportunities, desired personal growth, and good quality of life? The answer is: Not necessarily! The mentioned countries are "popular", but they aren't the best ones. In addition to some of these, there are several other nations that are an excellent choice…
It's much more than just about affordable education. There are plenty of reasons that make Germany one of the best destination countries for international students. And if you want to study abroad but are confused about where to complete your Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in, this European country could possibly be the best choice. World-Renowned Universities Technische Universität München, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin, and KIT, Karlsruher Institutfür Technologie are some of the names that rank among the world's leading universities. They are known to offer high-quality…
You score perfect marks in your exams… And you have a strong academic track record… Does that guarantee you a spot at any top university in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, or anywhere in the world? Not likely. The admission committee at leading universities goes beyond the GPA. They opt for a holistic approach, considering many other factors in applicants. We discussed this in a separate post. Check out MIT, Stanford, Harvard: What Do They Look for In International Students Students who want to study abroad – and in a…
If you have graduated from any of the top American universities, you would automatically be positioned for great career opportunities. But then getting there is a big challenge in itself. Even if you're good academically and have sufficient financial backing to support your college education, finding a spot in a reputed university is far from easy. That's because admission committees at universities look for more than just your grades. One of the reasons why and how globally renowned institutes in the US have maintained their repute and brand value is…
The likes of the USA and Australia remain a go-to destination for international students. However, in recent times, more students are looking at (and opting for) other options. In that, Ireland has emerged as one of the favorite names. If you're looking to go abroad to pursue higher education, Ireland might just be a perfect country for you. And there are plenty of reasons why! Here are 7 reasons why international students love Ireland and why you should choose this study-abroad destination as well: 1. World-class education infrastructure Ireland is…
The pandemic has affected not just the educational process but also the entire ecosystem. The conversation has now moved past FROM which universities abroad have adopted the test-optional policy TO whether standardized tests like SAT and ACT should even be a part of the college admission process. The universities in the U.S. have been debating for some time whether SAT scores should be considered, among other factors, as an admission criteria. "We are also well aware of the multiple shortcomings of the tests. Even before the pandemic, we had been…
You score perfect marks in your exams… And you have a strong academic track record… Does that guarantee you a spot at any top university in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, or anywhere in the world? Not likely. The admission committee at leading universities goes beyond the GPA. They opt for a holistic approach, considering many other factors in applicants. We discussed this in a separate post. Check out MIT, Stanford, Harvard: What Do They Look for In International Students Students who want to study abroad – and in a…
Canada is one of the top destinations for Indians who want to live abroad. In recent times though, in addition to being preferred by the working professionals, the country has also turned head of the Indian students. While Canada already attracted many students from abroad, this trend has deepened in recent times. This comes on the back of the shifting needs and priorities of students who want to study overseas. They are now more aware or perceptive of the quality of life they want along with the quality of education.…