It is advised to finalise your university 10-12 months before taking admission.
While assessing the university, you must check their placement records, scholarship details, admission process and the culture of the country.
Numerous students in India pursue education in foreign universities. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, around 1.5 million Indian students are currently studying abroad as per the data till January 2023. Each year, several students aspire to study at foreign universities and with the right process they secure admission to prestigious universities. There are a bunch of counsellors who help aspiring students secure admission. Let us take a look at some of the necessary steps which are important for securing admission to foreign universities.
Decide Course and University
The primary step which is required to secure admission to a foreign university is to decide the academic course you are willing to enrol in. This will help you streamline your choices and build a better career path. After deciding on the course, you need to browse through the universities which offer the course.
While assessing the university, you must check their placement records, scholarship details, admission process and the culture of the country. It is important to be well aware of the country you are willing to visit for your education.
Tuition Costs
Studying abroad is usually quite expensive. Therefore, it is advised to make a budget before selecting the university. After this, compare the expenses and fees of the university with your self-made budget. Many universities also give 100 per cent scholarships, so you must be aware of this possibility as well. Student loans are also available to help students in securing admission to foreign universities.
Register for the Entrance Exam
If there is an entrance exam for admission to the selected course then you must apply for it. Studying abroad requires aptitude tests like SAT, GMAT and GRE. You also have to pass the compulsory language tests like IELTS, TOEFL and PTE for language proficiency.
It is also important to gather all your important documents. It includes your high school mark sheet, Class 12 mark sheet, graduation degree, Letter Of Recommendation (LOR) if you are doing the job and other important documents. Vaibhav Gupta, co-founder of iSchoolConnect Inc., an AI-based company says that students need to finalise their university 10-12 months before taking admission.
Part-time Job
After securing admission, you must also apply for part-time jobs near your university. It will help you survive in the country. Many international students manage their expenses by doing part-time jobs while studying.