Program Introduction - Bodhami - International Career Counseling Program - Section 1-5

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
CAREER COUNSELING
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
(ISCP)
Presentation by
BODHAMI PRIVATE LIMITED
AGENDA FOR THE Program Outline
PROGRAM
Session 1 – Abroad Education Overview
• Overall Market Size
• Areas where students need help
• Countries by Intake Size
• Recent Trends
International studies Session 2 – Overall Abroad Study Countries

career counselor certification • Different parameters for selection of country
program • Countries with best living cost
• Countries with best post work opportunities
• Countries with best universities in the world
• Countries with best higher education system
• General intake of students
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PROGRAM
Session 3 – Application Process
• Prerequisites needed before applying

• Examinations needed for various countries and courses - TOEFL,
IELTS, SAT, PTE, GRE, GMAT
• Exam details, cut offs, validity etc.
• Admission Documentation - Academic LOR, Professional LOR,
International career Admission Essay, Goals Essay, Personal Statement, Academic
Transcripts, SOP, Financial Documentations
counselor certification • General Guidelines during application process
program • Loan Applications
Session 4 – College and University Selection
• College and University Selection

• Choosing the right college or university
• 5 Best countries to study MBA
• 5 Best countries to study MS
• Top 10 Student Cities
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PROGRAM
Session 5 – Post Admission
• Post Admission
• After receiving offer
• Student Visa and detailed process
• Flight Tickets, Fees, Visa, Forex
• Accommodation services
International career • General Guidelines
counselor certification
program Session 6 – Country Specific Admission Process
• USA
• UK
• CANADA
• GERMANY
• SINGAPORE
• AUSTRALIA
• FRANCE
• NEW ZEALAND
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PROGRAM
Session 7 – Using Bodhami Career Tools
• Career Pages
• Stream Pages
• Examination Pages
• College Pages
• Resources
International career
Session 8 – Post Program Guideline
counselor certification
•
program •
Demo Case Study
Resources
• Essential Website and Links
• General FAQs
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Abroad Education Overview
Session 1 •
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•
Overall Market Size
Areas where students need help
Countries by Intake Size
• Recent Trends
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Market Size
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INTERNATIONAL STUDIES COUNSELOR NEED
Extensive demand for study abroad career counselors
750,000 3000 CR+ 65 Percent India sends one of the

highest number of students
Indian students went abroad Study abroad counseling Of students going abroad to study abroad and these
for studies Market in India need counseling & guidance
students need extensive
guidance starting from
100,000 55,000+
country & course selection to
1,800
SOP, LOR writing and
Active qualified study Qualified study abroad Average package price of travel related
abroad counselors in India counselors needed in India study abroad counseling recommendations
Source of foreign students : Indian Ministry of External Affairs

AREAS IN WHICH STUDENTS NEED EXTENSIVE HELP
There are multiple areas

Students need Clarity Help with Writing Visa, Loan & Scholarship of study abroad process
on Course & Colleges Essays, LOR, SOP Related Help
where students get
completely confused and
need qualified guidance
Guidance on Legal & Pre & Post Admission Travel & Accommodation
Financial Formalities Processes Related Help
General Intake of
students
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COUNTRY WISE INDIAN STUDENTS IN 2019
Total Indian Student Studying Abroad – 750,000

Destination Rank % Students
USA 1 34
CANADA 2 19
AUSTRALIA 3 15
NEWZELAND 4 7
UK 5 4
GERMANY 6 3
RUSSIAN FEDERATION 7 2.5%
FRANCE 8 1.5%
SINGAPORE 9 1%
NETHERLANDS 10 0.7%
PARAMETERS USED FOR SELECTING THE BEST COUNTRIES TO STUDY
ABROAD IN 2020
Return on
Course Selection Career opportunities
Investment
USA, Canada, Australia,
New Zealand
,UK remains as top 4
countries to study abroad
Value of Degree in India & Other
Culture & Lifestyle
Countries
Popular trends
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TOP COURSES FOR STUDY ABROAD. TOP INDIAN CITIES SENDING STUDENTS ABROAD
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Overall Abroad Study Countries
• Different parameters for selection of country
Session 2
• Countries with best living cost
• Countries with best post work opportunities
• Countries with best universities in the world
• Countries with best higher education system
• General Guidelines for why abroad studies?
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Countries with best
Living cost
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COUNTRIES WITH BEST LIVING COST : COST OF LIVING
Rank Country Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living Index
2 Switzerland 125.69
3 Norway 96.8
5 Japan 86.22 Relative indicator of consumer
10 Singapore 81.13 goods prices, including groceries,
12 Ireland 78.07 restaurants, transportation and
13
14
Hong Kong
France
77.9
76.34
utilities
16 Australia 75.89
21 United States 72.47 High Cost of living means the
22 Sweden 72.31
23 New Zealand 71.83 country is expensive for staying
28 Italy 68.95
30 Germany 66.34
31 Canada 66.18
33 United Kingdom 65.67
35 UAE 62.98
42 Spain 55.27
107 Russia 33.66
134 India 24.12
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COUNTRIES WITH BEST LIVING COST : STUDY COST
Courses MBA MS BE/BTech Total Cost of Study

Countries
USA 21.41 16.99 19.88 There are two major cost which
Canada 13.58L 10.20 11.50
needs to be considered when it
comes to cost of living
Australia 17.30L 18.12 14.35
UK 16.63 14.51 14.38
• Annual university cost
Germany 9.03L 01.58 02.36 • Annual Cost of Living
Singapore 20.08 17.04 12.05
New Zealand 11.42 13.06 10.78
Netherlands 13.82 12.03 07.43
Ireland 12.32 11.86 10.98
France 13.97 11.26 03.25
Sweden NA 10.67 09.17
Switzerland 32 L 24 22
*figures provided are in lakhs www.shiksha.com

COUNTRIES WITH BEST LIVING COST : TOTAL COST
Rank Country
Annual university
costs (Lakh)
Annual cost of
living (Lakh)
Annual total cost
(Lakh)
Total Cost of Study
1 Australia 16 10 26
2 Singapore 11 6 17
There are two major cost which
3 United States 22 9 31
needs to be considered when it
4 United Kingdom 15 9 24
comes to cost of living
5 Switzerland 24 16 40
6 Canada 13 8 21
• Annual university cost
7 France 12 12 24
• Annual Cost of Living
8 New Zeland 12 10 22
9 Germany 3 8 11
10 Netherlands 12 11 24
12 Russia 3 4 7
14 Sweden 9 10 19
Multiple Surveys – High Level-

Costs will vary across cities
Countries with best
post work opportunities
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BEST COUNTRIES WITH POST WORK STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
Australia United States United Kingdom
• Temporary graduate visa • International students can stay and work in • Non-EU students can stay in the UK for
• Graduate Work Stream: international the US, for a total of 12 months (29 months two years to search for a job
students with certain qualifications and skills for STEM graduates) as part of OPT.
can stay in Australia for 18 months. • The OPT (optional practical training) start
• Post Study Work Stream: international date should be within 60 days of finishing
students with MRes and Ph.D. and skills set your degree. Additionally, you need to be
can stay in Australia up to 4 years employed within 90 days of the OPT start
Canada Germany Ireland
• The post-study work scheme in Canada • You can stay in the country for 18 • Ireland offers 12 months of stay back for all
allows you to stay in the country for a months after finishing your course international students finishing a Bachelor
maximum period of 3 years degree in Ireland.
• Post-Graduation Work Permit Program • You need to apply for foreign resident
enabled work – PGWPP - seek employment permit • Postgraduate students are allowed to stay
in Canada for 24 months
STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths

Countries with best
universities in the world
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COUNTRIES WITH BEST UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
Rank Country Top College / University Top Courses preferred by Students
• Princeton University • Business Management
• Harvard University • Computer Science
1 United States of America (USA) • Yale University • Finance and Accounting
• Columbia University • Economics
• Stanford University • Communications
• McGill University • Business Management
2 Canada • The University of British Columbia • Media
• University of Alberta • Engineering
• Simon Fraser University • Computer Science, Hospitality
• University of Cambridge • Social Studies
• University of Oxford • Law
3 United Kingdom (UK) • London School of Economics • Business Management
• Imperial College London • Computer Science
• University of Durham • Communications
• Australian National University • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
4 Australia • The University of New South Wales • Health Care
• The University of Melbourne • Information Technology
• The University of Western Sydney, Monash University • Hotel Management
• University of Auckland, University of Otago • Engineering
• University of Canterbury • Business Studies
5 New Zealand (NZ)
• Victoria University of Wellington • IT/Computing
• Massey University • Tourism & Hotel Management
• Nanyang Technological University (NTU) • Information Technology
• National University of Singapore (NUS) • Management
6 Singapore
• Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) • Finance/Accounting
• Singapore Management University (SMU) • Engineering
• Heidelberg University • Engineering
7 Germany • Technical University of Munich • Business Studies
• Free University of Berlin • IT/Computing
• Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich • Tourism & Hotel Management
Countries with best
higher education system
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COUNTRIES WITH BEST EDUCATION SYSTEM
# RANK University Rankings # RANK University Rankings
1 United States 13 Switzerland

2 United Kingdom 14 Sweden
3 Australia 15 Russia
4 Germany 16 New Zealand
Ranking Criteria's
5 Canada 17 Belgium
6 France 18 Hong Kong SAR • System strength: How strong the
higher education system is in
7 Netherlands 19 Taiwan comparison to the rest of the world
8 China (Mainland) 20 Finland • Access: The number of places
available at the internationally
9 South Korea 21 Argentina
ranked universities in each country
10 Japan 22 Denmark • Flagship institution: The rankings
11 Italy 23 Brazil take into account the standing of
each country’s leading institution
12 Spain 24 Ireland • Economic context: The relative
13 Switzerland 25 Malaysia strength of the system in respect
to the nation’s GDP per capita
Intake Sessions
across countries
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TYPES OF INTAKES ACROSS UNIVERSITIES
1 2 3
FALL SUMMER SPRING

INTAKE INTAKE INTAKE
This is popular intake Available for limited Starts in the January;

among Indian programs and it’s best if you miss the
students, The Fall colleges, the Summer September intake
intake starts in the intake usually starts
month of September around May
Almost all universities Very limited This is common in a

offer this universities offer this lot of universities
COMPARISON FOR FALL AND SPRING INTAKE
Basis Fall Intake Spring Intake
Fall intake is available in almost all May not be available in certain

universities universities. Need to look at the university
University Option availability
website
Most student apply in this period hence Less competition and less number of
changes of acceptance are lesser. Higher people apply hence chances of getting are
Chances of getting through
competition higher.
Courses Options Broader Coarse options Limited Course options

More Opportunities and better networking Lesser opportunities as most scholarships
Scholarships options as academic year starts and funding's are availed
Higher chances of getting as fall students Spring students face the eligibility problem
meet the 9 month internship criteria for of 9 months enrollment condition to intern
Internships
internship applications. with any company as an intern
More options for the jobs are available A limited number of job options are
with a fall student available as most fall students have
Post study work opportunities
picked up opportunities
TIMELINES ACROSS COUNTRIES
COUNTRY TIMEFRAME 1 TIMEFRAME 2 TIMEFRAME 3
Semester 1: Starts late February/early Semester 2: Starts late July/early
March to late May/early June August through to November
Australia
Deadline Deadline
October-November April-May
Term 1: September to December Term 2: January to April Term 3: April to June
UK
Fall: A popular intake among Indian Spring: Starts in the January; it’s best if Summer: Available for limited programs
students, The Fall intake starts in the you miss the September intake and colleges, the Summer intake
month of September usually starts around May
USA
From August to December From January to April From May to August
Fall: A popular intake among Indian Winter: Starts in January; it’s best if Summer: Available for limited programs
students, The Fall intake starts in the you miss the September intake and colleges, the Summer intake
month of September usually starts around April and May
Canada
Deadline Deadline Deadline
December - March September - November January - February
Semester 1: February to June Semester 2: July to November
New Zealand
Autumn/Semester 1: Starts early Spring/Semester 2: Starts late January

September and runs till December through to May
Ireland
Deadline Deadline
February-July September-October
Which intake do Indian students prefer - Indian students mostly look at September intake since it works in line with the completion of school or under-
graduation in India. Also they get better places to get teaching or research assistance, scholarships and internships
Choosing a foreign destination
Things to consider
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CHOOSING FOREIGN DESTINATION
Better infrastructure, quality education and focus on research are factors because of which students use to go to study
abroad. US has established education, UK has most reputed ones, Canada is most preferred destination, Germany is
budget education hot favorite and Australia is upcoming
Course Return on Career Culture & Value of degree

Selection Investment opportunities / Lifestyle in India
Industry reach
Courses like MS has Money that is spend If there is a industry Cultural compatibility Ensure that the degree
great opportunities in on the course and stay nearby or college & acceptance is an has a good value in
US where as French vs the outcome in industrial tie-up its important criterion. India. E.g. MBA.
etc. is best placed in terms of job or salary. easier to get placed Others like accounting
France and Canada. and get a job. Things such as etc. may not be well
Other great options Also tuition fees and language, food or accepted in India
like Germany gives cost of stay differs by Check for the personal habits, ability because of different
low cost options too. country as well. industrial base around to connect with local norms.
the city during people, cosmopolitan
Students at times are Germany, Poland and selection culture due to existing
apprehensive of UK – Norway are very no. of expatriates are
Brexit and Australia economical too important parameters
to consider.
CHOOSING FOREIGN DESTINATION
Important factors for Indian

students when selecting a
university abroad – Source: QS
Application Process
• Prerequisites needed before applying

• Examinations needed for various countries and courses -
Session 3
TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, PTE, GRE, GMAT
• Exam details, cut offs, validity etc.
• Admission Documentation - Academic LOR, Professional
LOR, Admission Essay, Goals Essay, Personal Statement,
Academic Transcripts, SOP, Financial Documentations
• General Guidelines during application process
• Loan Applications
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The Application
Process
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APPLICATION PROCESS
Documentation Required
Application
The application process by

Test Examination Statement of Purpose
Score
Language Score
- SOP / Essay students for applications to
colleges or universities will be
almost the same for most part,
however, there may be additional
Letter of elements or steps required by
Educational
Financial Documents
Documents
Recommendation - each of the university or colleges.
LOR
This section will give a view of

the general application process
Purpose Statement
needed to be followed
Transcripts Admission Essay
(UK)
Prerequisites
Needed before applying
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PREREQUISITES
• Masters program needs BachelorsPrerequisites

1 YEARS OF • Some universities need 12+4 whereas some need 12+3
EDUCATION
XX
• Bachelor or undergraduate of Science may apply for a Graduate
or Masters program in any discipline
• But an undergraduate or Bachelor in Arts or Commerce may not
2 ACADEMIC
be able to apply to science or technology courses
REQUISITES
• Language Proficiency tests are mostly mandatory - TOEFL,

IELTS or a PTE
3 TEST SCORES
• Most programs also require students to take a GRE or GMAT
which are standardised tests that enable the admission
• Well planned finances on tuition fees and also on living cost.

4 BUDGET Check for the country and the requirement accordingly
Test Examinations
Language test and Standard Test
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STUDY ABROAD EXAMINATIONS
Language Test
The Study Abroad exams are

divided into two types
• Language test
Standard Test
• Standard test
Note
The list mentioned is a

comprehensive list and the
requirement may vary based on
country and course applied for
Language Test
Language Test These are test which are given

by students who are non primitive
or native speakers of certain
language e.g. French, Polish,
English, German
Countries like USA, UK, Canada,

Australia etc are English speaking
countries and Indians need to
take the English Language
Proficiency test for studying in
these countries.
• IELTS is the short form for or International English Language Testing System.
• It is an English language test which is taken by students for study, migration or work in
International countries where English is a foreign language.
• Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK and US are countries where IELTS academic test is
accepted
• TOEFL or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is also a popular exam used by
candidates to prove English Language Proficiency.
• TOEFL is accepted by more than 11,000 universities and other institutions in over 150 countries,
including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United States, the U.K., and across Europe and
Asia
• PTE is trusted by universities, colleges and governments around the world. It is the most
unbiased proof of a candidate’s English skills.
• The major difference between IELTS or TOEFL and PTE is that PTE focuses on day to day
English and not high-level English language.
• Popular for countries like UK, New Zealand and Australia
Standardized Test
Standardized These are test which are apart

Test from language test which are
considered by universities to give
admissions to candidates for
specific courses
Note that these test may vary

according to the course and
country the student wishes to
study in.
• The Graduate Management Admission Test is a computer adaptive test intended to assess
certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in
admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA program
• 650 test centers in 114 countries. Score / grade validity: 5 Years
• The Graduate Record Examinations is a standardized test that is accepted by graduate schools
in the United States and Canada. The GRE is owned and administered by Educational Testing
Service. Measures Analytical writing, quantitative reasoning and verbal reasoning
• world’s largest assessment exams accepted for graduate admissions with over 6 lakh aspirants
• The SAT is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in the United States and
Canada. 2.22 million high school graduates took test in 2019
• Skills tested include - Writing, critical reading, mathematics
• Developer / administrator: College Board, Educational Testing Service
• The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions in the United States.
• It is currently administered by ACT, a nonprofit organization of the same name. The ACT test
covers four academic skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science reasoning.
Process, Result, Meaning, Validity
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IELTS ENGLISH TEST
FORMAT FOR IELTS
LISTENING READING WRITING SPEAKING
• Multiple Choice • Multiple Choice • Two separate writing • Three speaking parts in
• Sentence Completion • Sentence Completion tasks in this this section
• Summary Completion • Summary Completion
• Diagram Label • Matching Heading
• Matching Figures
• 30 MINUTES • 60 MINUTES • 60 MINUTES • 11-14 MINUTES

• 40 QUESTIONS • 40 QUESTIONS • 2 QUESTIONS
IELTS ENGLISH TEST
TYPES OF TESTS
IELTS Academic Test IELTS General Test
This test is taken by those students who This test is taken by those who wish to
want to study abroad for higher education migrate to major English speaking
or professional registration abroad. countries like Canada, Australia, and the
UK
Important Note
• The Listening and Speaking sections are common across both the test. The Writing and Reading sections are different
across the tests.
• Reading, Writing, and Listening sections are completed on the same day of the test however, the Speaking section can
be completed either a week before or after the other tests date
IELTS ENGLISH TEST
Band Skill level Description
9 Expert user The test taker has fully operational command of the language. Their use of
English is appropriate, accurate and fluent, and shows complete understanding.
8 Very good user The test taker has fully operational command of the language with only
occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriate usage. They may
misunderstand some things in unfamiliar situations. They handle complex and
detailed argumentation well.
7 Good user The test taker has operational command of the language, though with occasional
inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings in some situations.
They generally handle complex language well and understand detailed reasoning.
6 Competent user The test taker has an effective command of the language despite some
inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings. They can use and
understand fairly complex language, particularly in familiar situations.
5 Modest user The test taker has a partial command of the language and copes with overall
meaning in most situations, although they are likely to make many mistakes. They
should be able to handle basic communication in their own field.
4 Limited user The test taker's basic competence is limited to familiar situations. They frequently
show problems in understanding and expression. They are not able to use
complex language.
3 Extremely limited user The test taker conveys and understands only general meaning in very familiar
situations. There are frequent breakdowns in communication.
2 Intermittent user The test taker has great difficulty understanding spoken and written English.
1 Non-user The test taker has no ability to use the language except a few isolated words.
0 Did not attempt The test taker did not answer the questions.
To calculate the IELTS score, just take out the mean (average) of all the sections scores - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking
IELTS ENGLISH TEST
Exam Registration Fees IELTS Registration
• Registration fee for IELTS is Rs. • Visit British Council - www.ielts.org

14,000 • Create an account with
• Find your nearest test center.
• Register for the IELTS test and pay
online.
Eligibility Criteria Check IELTS results online?
• No minimum education criteria • Step 1: Visit - www.ielts.org

• IELTS test is not recommended for • Step 2: Click on 'Results' link
those under 16 years of age. • Step 3: Select the test date
• No Limit set to number of attempts • Step 4: Submit details and continue
• Exam score is valid for two years • Result will be issued in Test Report
from the date of the result Form (TRF) format
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TOEFL ENGLISH TEST
FORMAT FOR TOEFL
LISTENING READING WRITING SPEAKING
• Answer questions about • Read passages and • Read a passage, listen • Talk about a familiar
brief lectures or respond to questions to a recording, type your topic and discuss
classroom discussions response material you read and
listened to
• 41–57 minutes • 54–72 minutes • 50 minutes • 17 minutes

• 28–39 questions • 30–40 questions • 2 tasks • 4 tasks
TOEFL ENGLISH TEST
Skill Level TOEFL SCORING

Reading Advanced (24–30)
High-Intermediate (18–23) • Each section has a score range of 0–30.
Low-Intermediate (4–17)
• These are added together for a total score of 0–120.
Below Low-Intermediate (0–3)
• An average TOEFL score is around 90. It may vary from 85 to 95.
Listening Advanced (22–30) Anything above 100 is considered a good TOEFL score.
High-Intermediate (17–21)
Below Low-Intermediate (0–8) TOEFL SAMPLE SCORING SHEET
Speaking Advanced (25–30)
Basic (10–15)
Below Basic (0–9)
Writing Advanced (24–30)

Basic (7–12)
Below Basic (0–6)
TOEFL ENGLISH TEST
Exam Registration Fees TOEFL Registration
• Registration fee for TOEFL is • Create new account on -

US$185 https://v2.ereg.ets.org/ereg/public/ju
mp?_p=TEL
• Select Test exam date
• Select Test center
• Make Payment
Eligibility Criteria Check TOEFL results online?
• TOEFL score is valid for two years • For that, all you have to do is log in
• No Specific age criteria or education to your TOEFL account on
qualification or prerequisites to the TOEFL website and click ‘view
appear for the TOEFL test. scores’ to see your scores
• Results available after 10 days of
test
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PTE ENGLISH TEST
TYPES OF TESTS
PTE Academic Exam PTE General Exam
The PTE Academic exam is conducted The PTE General Exam is conducted
round-the-year, for students looking to get thrice in a year in the months of May,
admission to a university or institution. June, and December. The PTE General
The exam consists of four sections, paper-primarily consists of two papers, –
reading, writing, listening and speaking a written paper and a spoken test. The
PTE General Test scores are valid for life
and are used to test the communication
skills of the candidate.
PTE ENGLISH TEST
FORMAT FOR PTE
LISTENING READING SPEAKING AND

WRITING
• Personal Introduction • Reading & Writing Fill in the • Summarize Spoken Text
• Read Aloud Blanks • Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer
• Repeat Sentence • Multiple Choice, Multiple • Fill in the Blanks
• Describe Image Answer • Highlight Correct Summary
• Re-tell Lecture • Re-order Paragraphs • Multiple Choice, Single Answer
• Answer Short Question • Fill in the Blanks • Select Missing Word
• Summarize Written Text • Multiple Choice, Single Answer • Highlight Incorrect Words
• Essay • Write From Dictation
• 77 – 93 Minutes • 32-40 Minutes • 45-57 Minutes

PTE ENGLISH TEST
PTE SCORING
• PTE Academic Exam is scored on a scale of 10

– 90 where 10 is lowest
• Individual breakup of the scores across sections
is given as under
PTE ENGLISH TEST
Exam Registration Fees PTE Registration
• Registration fee is INR 13,300 • Log on to the PTE website

• Create your Pearson account
• Book your PTE slot
• Pay registration fee
• Wait for Exam date
Eligibility Criteria Check PTE results online?
• The scores of the PTE Academic • Results available online within five
exam is valid for a period of 2 working days from the test date
years • Candidates can access their PTE
• Students must be at least 16 years scores via their online account.
old. Anyone below 18 years of age • Candidates would receive an email
need parents/guardians consent notifying them about the availability
• No other specific eligibility criteria of their scores
PTE TEST
Sending PTE Scores Process of sending scores

• PTE results and scores are • Login to your account.
declared much quicker, typically • Click 'View Score Reports'.
in 5 business days • Click 'Send Scores'.
• Type the name of your chosen
• Most of the colleges prefer to get institution
the scores directly from the • Review your details then scroll
College Board and not the report down the page and click 'Next'
copies and then 'Next' again to confirm
Important Note
• Due to the ongoing pandemic coronavirus COVID-19, all PTE Academic

Testing has been suspending across PTE test centers in India
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GMAT TEST
FORMAT FOR GMAT
Analytical Writing Integrated Quantitative Verbal

Assessment Reasoning Reasoning Reasoning
• Analysis of an • Graphics Interpretation, • Data Sufficiency, • Reading

Argument Table Analysis, Multi- Problem Solving Comprehension, Critical
source Reasoning, Two- Reasoning, Sentence
part Analysis Correction
• 30 minutes • 30 minutes • 62 minutes • 65 minutes

• 1 question • 12 questions • 31 questions • 36 questions
The exam is of 3 hours and 30 minutes including test instructions and breaks
GMAT TEST
Skill Level
Quantitative Score (0 – 60), with percentile
Verbal Score (0 – 60), with percentile
Total GMAT Score (200 – 800), with percentile
AWA Score (half-integers from 0 to 6), with percentile
Integrated Reasoning (integer from 1 to 8)

score
GMAT SCORING
• Globally 9 out of 10 MBA enrollments are made through GMAT

Score. Further, 2,300 + schools accept GMAT Scores for giving
admission
• Score about 700 are generally considered strong and those
below 600 are generally considered weak
GMAT TEST
Exam Registration Fees GMAT Registration

• Step 1: Visit mba.com
• US $250 (INR 18,700 approx.) • Step 2: create his/her account.
• Step 3: Give your personal details.
• Step 4: Provide academic details.
• Step 5: Verify details.
• Step 6: Schedule center and slot.
• Step 7: Pay
Eligibility Criteria Check GMAT results online?
• Student completed 18 years of age

• Your GMAT score report will be
• No upper age limit of the candidate
available within 20 days of taking
• For 13 to 17 years old's, they
your exam. Once your scores are
should have permission in writing
available, you will receive an email
from their parents or legal guardian
with a unique link to view scores.
• Should possess a graduate degree
• You can also view, download, and
in any discipline from a recognized
print your scores by visiting mba.com
university
www.ets.org/gre
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GRE TEST
TYPES OF TESTS
GRE General Test GRE Subject Test
Students seeking admission to MS GRE Subject Test evaluates the

courses in the US and other countries candidates’ ability on a particular subject.
appear for GRE General Test. A candidate Example - Mathematics, Literature
is evaluated on his analytical writing, (English), Physics and Psychology,
quantitative ability, and verbal reasoning Biology, Chemistry, and Biochemistry
skills. Exam is conducted around the year (Cell and Molecular Biology). Required for
admission to specialized courses. Test is
offered year-round
Important Note
• More than 1,200 business schools around the world accept the GRE scores, including top-ranked MBA programs
• Students planning to pursue graduation, MS, MBA or PHD also need GRE general test
GRE TEST
Section Score Range Mean*
Verbal Reasoning 130–170 150
Quantitative 130–170 152

Reasoning
Analytical Writing 0–6 3.6
Total 260–340 -
GRE SCORING
• There is no blanket cut-off, every college and course accepting GRE scores would have their own cut-off listed on the official website
• A 75th percentile score (about a 157 on Verbal and a 160 on Quant) is pretty good: you've scored better than most of the other test-takers. A
90th percentile score (about a 162 on Verbal and a 166 on Quant) is excellent
• GRE is widely accepted by colleges offering masters courses worldwide, whereas, GMAT is accepted by colleges offering business courses
GRE TEST
Exam Registration Fees GRE Registration

• Create an ETS account.
• GRE General Test is $205 • Select the type of GRE
worldwide, which would roughly • Select the date when they want to
translate to Rs. 14,699 appear for the GRE Exam and find
approximately. the nearest test center.
• GRE Subject Test costs $150 • Give their academic details.
worldwide, which would cost • Proceed ahead and pay the
Indian students Rs. 10,756 registration fee of $205
approximately
Eligibility Criteria Check GRE results online?

• no age limit set for candidates • About 10–15 days after your test
• candidates are expected to date, your official scores will be
possess a graduate degree in any available in your ETS account and
discipline from a recognized sent to the score recipients you
university designated on test day. You will
• GRE score is valid for a period of receive an email notification from
five years ETS when your official scores are
• Appear for test once every 21 days available.
xx
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SAT TEST
TYPES OF TESTS
SAT 1 - Scholastic Assessment SAT 2 – Subject Focused

Test Test
This test is taken by students Students looking to get admission to

seeking admission to undergraduate a particular course are required to
school. Evaluates written, verbal and take the SAT Subject Test to
mathematical skills of the candidates demonstrate their knowledge of that
particular subject
Important Note
• Total: 154 Questions (155 with essay)

• Duration: 3Hrs with 50mins of extra time allotted for Essay (optional)
• Total Score: 1600
SAT TEST
Components Description Score Range
Total Score The aggregate of the two section scores 400–1600

Section Scores Section 1 - Evidence-Based Reading and 200–800
Writing,
Section 2 - Math Sections

Test Scores Reading, Writing and Language, and Math 10–40
Sections.
SAT Essay Scores Reading, Analysis, and Writing. 2–8
Cross-Test These scores show how well you use your skills 10–40
to analyze texts and solve problems in these
subject areas.
Sub Scores Reading and Writing and Language: Command 1–15
of Evidence and Words in Context.
Writing and Language: Expression of Ideas and
Standard English Conventions.
Math: Heart of Algebra, Problem Solving and
Data Analysis, and Passport to Advanced Math.
SAT SCORING
• Most of the colleges in the US require SAT for admission to the undergraduate
courses
• SAT score cut offs for top universities in the US and Canada range between
1400 and 1600.
• Average SAT score is around 1000-1100.
• Anything above 1200 is considered a good SAT score. Maximum score is
1600
SAT TEST
Exam Registration Fees SAT Registration
• The SAT Fee is $101 without the • Visit the College Board official
essay and $117 with essay website and create your account.
• Submit all the required details.
• For subject tests, candidates • Choose which exam you want to
have to pay an additional $26 as give along with your nearest center.
a basic subject test fee • Upload photograph.
• Pay the application fee.
Eligibility Criteria Check SAT results online?
• No minimum or maximum age • Step 1- Visit the College Board's site

criteria fixed for students • Step 2- Sign in using credentials
• No restrictions on no. of attempts • Step 3- Click on My Organizer and
• No Eligibility criteria on education go to SAT scores > Access my score
• SAT scores are valid over a period • Step 4- Go to My Test Scores
of 5 years • Step 5- Your SAT scores will appear
on the screen
SAT TEST
Sending SAT Scores Process of sending scores

• Most of the colleges prefer to get • Sign in to your College Board
the scores directly from the account
College Board and not the report
copies • Click on ‘Send Scores’
• Applicants receive 4 free score • Choose ‘Send Available Scores

reports while registering for the Now’ (for sending scores
SAT exam immediately) or click on ‘Send
Scores When Available’
• Applicants can send the scores
up to 9 days of taking test. • Add recipients by choosing your
Anything greater than 9 days is shortlisted colleges. – Search by
paid AT 12$ Per college name and State
• Pay the final amount if applicable
Important Note
• Rush reporting facility is available at $31 to send scores withing 2-4 business
days to a college
https://www.act.org
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ACT TEST
FORMAT FOR ACT
English Mathematics Reading Science
• Production of Writing • Preparing for higher • Key ideas and details • Interpretation of data
• Knowledge of math • Craft and structure • Scientific investigation
Language • Integrating essential • Integration of • Evaluation of Models,
• Conventions of skills knowledge and ideas inferences, and
Standard English • Modeling experimental results
• 75 questions • 60 questions • 40 questions • 40 questions

ACT TEST
ACT SCORING
• Top students get 28-36 scores where as competitive students

get 24-27 scores. Above average students get 20-23 score and
everyone else is below average
ACT TEST
Exam Registration Fees ACT Registration
• The full ACT (no writing) - $55.00 • Sign up online by creating an ACT
• The full ACT with writing - $70.00 Web account.
• Choose a test date and test center.
• Create a student profile and
complete the application request.
• You will receive an immediate
registration confirmation
• Pay the exam fee
Eligibility Criteria Check ACT results online?
• No particular eligibility criteria to • ACT test results are typically

appear for ACT released within eight weeks of the
test administration and can be
viewed online
Choice of exam to
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IELTS vs TOEFL vs PTE – Which English Preparation test you should take
Factors IELTS TOEFL PTE
Versions - Academic - TOEFL iBT - Academic

- General Training - TOEFL iBT Special Home - General
Edition
Organiser British Council, IDP: IELTS ETS (Educational Testing Service) Pearson PLC Group
Australia and Cambridge
Assessment English
Fee INR 12,650 US$180 INR 13,300
Structure Reading, Writing, Speaking, Reading, Listening, Speaking Reading, Writing, Speaking,
Listening Writing, Listening
Duration 2 hours 45 minutes 3 hours 3 hours
Score Validity 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years
Score 1 to 9 0 to 120 10 to 90
Results 13 days 6 days 5 days
Countries UK, New Zealand and Australia USA and Canada; Recognized in many institutions of
Not accepted by few universities UK, Australia, USA, and Canada
in UK, Australia, and New Zealand
Acceptance 9000+ International Colleges 11,000 universities, agencies and accepted by over 98% of UK
other institutions universities and colleges
STANDARD EXAM CHOICE – Which Standard Preparation test you should take
Courses/Programs Standardized Tests Preferred English Language Tests on the Country basis
Undergraduate SAT or ACT •TOEFL for US, Canada

•IELTS or PTE for UK, Australia, New Zealand
MBA GMAT or GRE •TOEFL for US, Canada

MS GRE •TOEFL for US, Canada

Certificate and Diploma - •TOEFL for US, Canada

Medical MCAT •TOEFL for US, Canada

Law LSAT •TOEFL for US, Canada

Other Supporting
Documentation
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Letter of
Recommendation
(LOR)
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LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION (LOR)
LOR document helps to provide the admission offers with a good insight into your suitability as a candidate for the admissions into
the respective college or university. It contains briefs of your skills, strengths, experience, achievements and objectives you have
met which is summarized by the person recommending you in this letter
TYPES OF LOR
Academic LOR Professional LOR
This is provided by a faculty member from This is provided by your mentor or

a college or university known to you and supervisor. What is usually covered here
you have studied under. Usually is aspects arounds applicants work like –
maximum of 3 recommendations from ethics, team work, leadership, innovation
previous college is acceptable. This can etc. which are needed for courses such
be from teachers in school or professors as MBA.
in college. Applicants achievement and
conduct is highlighted here
• At-least 3 recommendation letters

• UG Students – from professors or teachers or principal
• MS Students – from professors or managers or internship supervisor
• MBA Students – from managers (if work ex) or from professors, project guides
GUIDELINES FOR LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION (LOR)
Sample Reference only
• 400-500 words of essay about the student

• Provide only accurate and relevant information
• Do not copy !
• Talk about strengths and positive traits of the student
• Mention about the kind of association of the student and the tenure
• Must be on a official letter head of the college if its academic
recommendation OR official letter head of the company if its professional
• Letter of recommendation should focus on aspects related to the
personality and work demonstrated
• Use a very simple language and check for grammatical mistakes
• Please ensure that the content of the LOR are not a repetition with the
content of the SOP (Statement of Purpose) but acts as additional
information
• If it is a professional LOR, then strictly do not describe job responsibilities
but mention individual role and work done and highlight traits in them.
• Avoid generic writeup in the LOR
• Make sure that the person who is recommending the student is known the
student well. And is able to articulate the quality of work and valued
contributions with examples and instances.
• Include unique anecdotes pertaining to your academic and professional
experiences and proficiencies
CONTENT COVERAGE FOR ACADEMIC (LOR)
Introduction
• First paragraph – recommender to introduce himself/herself by stating designation and

workplace.
• Next lines to contain details of the aspirants connect or contact with recommender –
where and how and including the time period of know how
Body of the LOR with instances on quality
• Three body paragraphs

• Each paragraph contain distinct three qualities of the student with example
• Since you would be asked to submit 3 separate LORs in general hence make sure that no
attributes are repeated in the LORs
• Including the instance twice and highlighting different qualities is okay. Example on the
same project work one recommender writes on your leadership and other writes on your
innovative solution. This is acceptable
• End the LOR with the recommender’s information like the name, designation, department,
organization and contact details
Qualities to be highlighted
• Academics, Awards and Recognition, Research, Team work, Management, Multi-tasking,

diligence, creativity, integrity, Leadership
CONTENT COVERAGE FOR PROFESSIONAL (LOR)
Introduction
• First paragraph – recommender to introduce himself - designation, department and

organization name, city
• Also write the capacity in which the recommender has been associated to you along with
the number of years/duration of your association with him/her.
Body of the LOR with instances on quality
• Three body paragraphs

• Each paragraph contain distinct three qualities of the Aspirant with example
• Mention professional achievements at work and client appreciations if any. Also highlight
your leadership and team management skills and how key outcomes were delivered by
you in the team.
• In one of the paragraphs mention about project, seminar or work you did and what the
researcher was impressed about such a work – particularly if there are any examples of
research kind of work
• mention your extra-curricular/co-curricular activities you undertook at your workplace and
your achievements in the same
• End the LOR with the recommender’s information like the name, designation, department,
organization and contact details
.
Qualities to be highlighted
• Decision-making, Team work, Management, Multi-tasking, diligence, creativity, integrity,

hard work and independent work, ownership, Leadership
AVOID FOLLOWING MISTAKES
1.Choosing wrong recommender.

• Go for someone who knows you personally and can articulate your association and work better. Also the recommender
should be a senior and not at the same level as judging the work becomes relatedly easy and relevant.
2.Not giving enough time to write the recommendation letter

• Give at least one month of time
• Going last minute and asking someone to write a LOR among busy schedule would be unfair and lead to poor quality
3.Not validating candidature with examples

• If there are no examples then the LOR does not hold value.
• Only praising will not hold any value but follow it up with an example
• Recommender should mention outcomes wherever applicable and what impressed them
4.Missing out on areas of improvement

• Too much praise is not good.
• Have at least one weakness mentioned in the LOR
5.Tone should not be dry

• Have a warm tone while writing the LOR to make it impressive
• E.g. use the name of the applicant instead of calling ‘The Applicant’
ATTACHMENTS IN NOTES
• SAMPLE LOR FOR MS

• SAMPLE LOR FOR MBA
• SAMPLE LOR FOR UG
Statement of Purpose
(SOP)
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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE (SOP)
Statement of Purpose or SOP is a document that is your best chance to impress the admission committee for selection by
presenting your profile strongly. It is an essay that describes your personality traits which are not covered in academic documents
and why you should be a right fit for the course and intuition at large.
Coverage in an SOP
• Present to Past chronological order

• Who you are
• What you want to become as your life goal – long term and
short term
• How ready are you to pursue the course offered by the
institution
• Motivation for the chosen career path
• Past Incidents that have influenced your life and career path
• How unique are you and how you stand out in the crowd
• indicate strong research interest and your potential for
advanced research
• Expertise in subjects in alignment with educational and
professional work
• Your fitment for the school/college
• SOP is subject aspect of the application unlike scorecard or
certificates
GUIDELINES FOR STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Introduction
• Start SOP with an anecdote from recent past which is specific reason for you to pick up this course.
• Give specific instance of your interest in MS or MBA or UG.
• You can pick up a latest project you have taken
Academic background
• Explain your academic achievements. If its UG – prepare important achievement in school life
• Also try and reason out why this programme and in particular this country and university – features,
mention faculty, research, subjects, activities, clubs, associations - scope to enhance your profile
• Establish why you chose not to do the same programme in India or any other country
• State examples of your academic and professional brilliance. Highlight your characteristics
• Extra curricular – events, activities, NGOs , project works – shaping you as person
Professional Experience
• Start with present organization and your role, details and achievement
• Then go to the next organization. Always elaborate the difference u made and value added
Reason for Master and why now

• Explain reason for doing masters - State your career plans for future – be it higher studies or a job
• Short term goal – companies you are planning to join and role you aspire to take
• Long term goals – 10-15 years, research work you would like to pick up
• Highlight the skills you will built in you by doing this course
800–1000 words • Don’t be repetitive and stick to word count
Conclusion
• Crisply at the end mention that how you are prepared for this particular degree and why they should
take you.
• SAMPLE SOP FOR MS

• SAMPLE SOP FOR MBA
• SAMPLE SOP FOR UG
Admission Essay
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COMMON TOPICS FOR UG ESSAYS
• Tell us about yourself UG essays

• Why this school
These are some of the common
• Academic Interest in a particular area topics which come in UG essays
• Writing about an activity of interest
• Important event in your life
• Important current issue
• Bring out your creativity

ADMISSION ESSAYS
• When candidates are considered for certain courses, some of the universities abroad generally ask for admission essays.
• These are specifically for courses which require the candidate to elaborate different level of candidates personality as per
the university’s demands of a course.
• E.g. Innovation or Leadership skills needed particular for certain courses.
• This cannot be covered by SOP alone which is generic and hence the universities may ask admission essays
Essay Length Content Sample Prompts
• Very Short (30 – 200 words) • Goals • Prompt #1: Share your story.
• Short Answer (200 – 500 words) • Problem Solving • Prompt #2: Learning from
• Long Answer (500 - 800 words) • Leadership obstacles.
• Full-Length Essays (More than 800 • Career Progression • Prompt #3: Challenging a belief.
words) • Ethical Dilemma • Prompt #4: Solving a problem.
• Achievements • Prompt #5: Personal growth.
• Too long is not good. Short and • Failure Essays • Prompt #6: What captivates you?
crisp the better. • Situation • Prompt #7: Topic of your choice.
• Focus on Grammar • Describe a person you admire.
GUIDELINES FOR ADMISSION ESSAYS
• Format : Admission Essays don’t have a format like SOPs. Do not write your
name on the document unless asked. Follow the font theme of Times New Basic Guideline
Roman, font size should be kept as 12, with 1 inch of line spacing and 0
indents and spacing.
Keep it simple and original. Answer
• Focus : Answer the question being asked. Write about something that's to the point and grammatically
important to you. Describe what you learned from the experience and how it correct.
changed you. Don’t provide information not being sought. Specially while
talking about goals – focus and why and how.
Aspects to look at are – Format,
• Vocabulary : Focus on grammar. Select a tense and stick to it and don’t mix Focus, Vocabulary, Simplicity,
up tense. Avoid jumping from the first person to the third person. Be careful Originality, Practice and Review
about prepositions and punctuations. Avoid the use of slangs. Essay should
be justified formatting. No use of fancy symbols or abbreviations. Give
attention of spacing between words.
• Practice : Start early and write several drafts. Have at least one other person
edit your essay.
• Simplicity : Keep the tone casual yet formal. Use simple words.
• Original : Focus on creativity and the essays narrative. Do not repeat what
you write your application essay or personal statement. Avoid repetition
STEPS FOR WRITING A WINNING ADMISSION ESSAYS
• Step 1 : Make points as soon as you read the topics. Note down Steps to write an essay
whatever comes to your mind. Don’t elaborate on points. Just write it
down for now
Since essay topics are not
• Step 2 : Map the points back to the questions and check again if the standardized hence putting a
points answer the question which is asked. Check for any twisted structured response like SOP is
questions. difficult.
• Step 3 : Arrange the points in such a way that you make a framework
using the points. Example – introduction, details, learnings, conclusions The steps mentioned here can
etc. Use those points to relate to each other so that they are connected. help put a method to the
madness.
• Step 4 : Now expand on the points and explain in such a way that the
flow connects
• Step 5 : Get external help to review the essay and also to add value
• Step 6 : Proof read the essay. Also give it some time so that your mind
diverts for a few days and then proof read it again
ESSAY TOPICS AND ASPECTS TO BE COVERED
WRITING LEADERSHIP ESSAY WRITING CAREER WRITING GOALS

FOR MBA PROGRESSION ESSAY ESSAY
• Focus on an instance which happened • State where you have reached in your • Short term goals refer to career goals
and how you handled it. Might be a big or career, how you progressed to that role after the program
a small even and how you managed and what you learnt on the way
• Long term goals are usually 5-10 years
• Focus on positive words • Try to suggest the stages which helped horizon – e.g. becoming entrepreneur,
you decide your career goals CEO of a major Fortune 500 company
• Articulate what is the lesson you learnt on
what worked well. • Keep the focus on sharing what you • The goals should be connected together
learned from every step – e.g. as a lead and logical. Ensure they there is a good
• Give a view about your leadership style I learned team management. clarity of thought articulated.
and what kind of leader you are. E.g. learn
by doing • Articulate progression of your personality • Talk about how are you best places with
rather than just job responsibilities the skills and the plan to get to your
• Try to be a normal and not extraordinary goal. This is the how part.
as it might not work in your favour and • Try and summarize your progression
sound fabricated and not articulate every single detail
• E.g. Describe an experience where, • E.g. How, considering your career • E.g. How, considering your career
working in a team as a member or leader, progress to date, does an MBA fit in with progress to date, does an MBA fit in with
you successfully managed to deal with a your future career goals? Please your future career goals? Please
challenge posed by the diversity of group. describe. describe.
• SAMPLE OF ESSAY
Personal Statement
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PERSONAL STATEMENT
For the aspirants who are planning to study in the UK, they would need a strong personal statement which will be sent out to all
the shortlisted colleges in the UK. This personal statement will showcase your candidature in the best light possible
Coverage in an Personal Statement
• Present to Past chronological order

• Who you are
• What you want to become as your life goal – long term and
short term
• How ready are you to pursue the course offered by the
institution
• Motivation for the chosen career path
• Past Incidents that have influenced your life and career path
• How unique are you and how you stand out in the crowd
• indicate strong research interest and your potential for
advanced research
• Expertise in subjects in alignment with educational and
professional work
• Your fitment for the school/college
• SOP is subject aspect of the application unlike scorecard or
certificates
GUIDELINES FOR STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Introduction
• Start SOP with an anecdote from recent past which is specific reason for you to pick up this course.
• Give specific instance of your interest in MS or MBA or UG.
• You can pick up a latest project you have taken
Academic and Extra Curricular - Experiences

• Explain your academic achievements. If its UG – prepare important achievement in school life
• State examples of your academic and professional brilliance. Highlight your characteristics
• Extra curricular – events, activities, NGOs , project works – shaping you as person
Why Britain
• Try and reason out why this programme and in particular this country and university – features,
mention faculty, research, subjects, activities, clubs, associations - scope to enhance your profile
• Establish why you chose not to do the same programme in India or any other country
• Your English work or speaking activities if any
Reason or guiding message

• Explain reason for doing masters - State your career plans for future – be it higher studies or a job
• Short term goal – companies you are planning to join and role you aspire to take
• Long term goals – 10-15 years, research work you would like to pick up
• Highlight the skills you will built in you by doing this course
Conclusion
500 words
• Crisply at the end mention that how you are prepared for this particular degree and why they should
take you.
• SAMPLE OF PERSONAL STATEMENT

Academic Transcripts
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ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPT
Other Transcript names Process of Procurement Academic Transcripts

• Mark Sheet or Mark List • Transcript can be fetched from the
• Academic Certificate/ Report Card education board for academic
Academic Transcript is a proof of
• Diploma Supplement institute of conduct by education.
• Record of Achievement • If misplaced a copy of the transcript
• Academic / Permanent Record can be asked for
• Cumulative Record File (CRF) It is a document produced and
• Transcript of Records (ToR) certified by your prior institution
that provides a complete and
unaltered list of all the study you
Requirement What if Course in progress have completed and scores in form
• Should be on official letterhead of marks or grades you have got
• If you are in final year of bachelors
and signed
then provide your second-year
during the study. A Transcript of
• If the script is not in English then
you need to get it translated from transcript (mark sheet) to establish Record (ToR) is also called as
the university or college. your current status. Transcript or Academic
• Translated copies would need to • Similarly, if you are pursuing your
be signed and stamped by the 12th then you should have 10-11 Transcript. In India its called as
educational institute mark sheet handy for application. Marksheets
Financial
Documents
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FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS : COUNTRYWISE REQUIREMENT
Name of the Country Statutory Fund Requirements for Living Expenses Proof of Funds
Canada CAD $10,000 for every year of your intended stay
Proof given by students that they
United Kingdom £11,385 per annum (£1265 per month) for University situated in
London or £9,135 (£1,015 per month) for anywhere other than
will not only be able to give course
London fees but also manage their living
United States No statutory amount specified in terms of minimum monthly
expense
expenses in the country.
Australia AUD $ 19,830 per year
Germany € 670/month of stay or € 8,040/ annum University Charges
Pay first year fees upfront, Receipts paid.
France € 615 for each month of stay
Financial income statement, Affidavit of
Netherlands € 862, 50 per month for the period of stay
support, Scholarship letter, Minimum balance
Sweden SEK 7,974 for each month of your stay in Sweden, computed for
in special account
a the intended stay with a minimum of 10 months for every year of
stay in Sweden
Living Expenses
Ireland € 7000 as living expenses for every year of stay
Liquid fund in statutory fund
requirement, fund source for building
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confidence of sustenance – e.g. Loan
FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS : TYPES OF DOCUMENTS
Bank Account Statements Loan Approval Letter Scholarship Letters Sponsorship Affidavit
• Your/ your sponsors’ bank • Provide a Loan Approval Letter as • Provided by the University/ • Not a financial document
account statements for a proof of funds Institution that grants the • Asked by certain countries like US
specific period • On official letterhead of bank with scholarship and Australia
• Some countries need to show student name and loan amount • Attach a government grant • An Affidavit of Support or
money in students bank account • State loan sanctioned and letter if you have secured a Sponsorship is a notarized
• Ideally 6 months period promise of disbursement grant document on a Stamp Paper
• Original from the bank with seal • Mentions that the sponsor e.g.
and letterhead parent or spouse going to bear
• No current account accepted the tuition and living expenses for
• Provide details including FDs the applicant – blood relation only
Loan Capability Letter CA Certificate Property Evaluation Report Provident fund or EPF
• Specifically asked in countries • Duly signed by the CA • Required in countries like • Funds available in your/
like USA • States the assets and liabilities Australia and NZ parent/guardian’s Provident Fund
• Bit different than Loan approval including Fixed assets like gold, • Documents of property which Account
letter land and current assets like bank secures loan against the • Official letterhead of PF or EPF
• “Capability Certificate” by banks / balance or fixed deposits property
financial institutions stating they • Includes – pictures, specs and
would be willing to provide a loan ownership proofs
to the student should he get
admitted to the University Abroad
• Sample format for PF Letter.

• Sample format for Loan Capability Certificate.
• Sample format for Affidavit of Support.
• Sample formats of Loan Approval Letter.
• Sample format CA Certificate
General Do’s and
Don'ts during the
Application process.
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DO’S AND DON’T’S FOR APPLICATION PROCESS
• Take time in filling out the application form. • Submit an incomplete application
• Reflect detailed personal and professional • Wait until the last minute. Get organized and apply
information and your motivation and expectations before the deadline
with the program.
• Be afraid to ask questions
• Clear contact details: one telephone number and
one email address • Go with only one option for university. Divide into
categories like safe bet, best option, second best
• Consider options: look at what each university option etc.
course has to offer
• Keep repeating yourself across documents
• Speak to Alumni and forums to get more insights
• Copy and paste
• Answers questions to the point and concise
Loan Application
Process
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LOAN APPLICATION PROCESS
Consideration Eligibility Criteria Documentation Needed
• Advisable to start planning for a loan • Indian Citizenship • Filled application form
early • Secured at least 50% marks during • Photographs: Passport size
• Check if the course is recognized by HSC & Graduation photographs - Applicant and Co-
the Bank • Who have obtained admission to applicant
• Check the limit of the loan required career-oriented courses e.g. Medicine, • KYC documents - Photo ID and
based on your financing and the Engineering, Management etc., either Residence Proof - PAN card, driving
total course requirement at the graduate or post-graduate level license, Voter ID card, Aadhar Card, or
• Compare loans given by different • Secured admission in India or Abroad Passport.
banks through entrance test / merit based • Copy of admission letter of the Institute
• Look at the documentation required selection process post completion of along with fees schedule
for the loan HSC (10+2) • Mark sheets / passing certificates of
• Bank will process the document and • Documents displaying regular income is S.S.C., H.S.C, Degree courses
start disbursing the loan amount to mandatory for the co-applicant( • Bank Statement / Pass Book of last 6
the university or college parents/sibling/guarantor) months
• Income proof: Income proof of the co-
applicant
• Collateral documents wherever required
College and University Selection
Session 4
• College and University Selection
• Choosing the right college or university
• 5 Best countries to study MBA
• 5 Best countries to study MS
• Top 10 Student Cities
• Scholarships
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Difference Between
University and College
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DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY
Parameters College University
Size Smaller in size Larger in size

Courses Courses are limited to undergraduate studies. Courses vary from graduate level studies to
professional courses.
Colleges offer a collection of Majors
Universities offer a collection of colleges
Environment Nurturing environment with strong mentoring A very impersonal environment to study
Learning Integrated learning areas Specialized discipline of knowledge

Budget Limited space and facilities therefore fee structure is Multiple facilities and programmes being offered to
usually lesser compared to a university. students hence more expensive.
Degree Offers student undergraduate and associate degrees. Offers students postgraduate degrees leading to a
master’s degree or a Ph.D.
Because of this they have smaller campuses Because of this they have larger campuses
Facilities Due to the restricted space the facilities provided are The large size of the university provides a plethora
limited. of facilities to the students.
Choosing the right
college
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STEPS TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT COLLEGE
1 2 3 4 5
Course Choose Budget Location Career

Curriculum University Prospects
Choice of Reputation of the Amount of money Location Try and look at your
specialization establishment, its required as tuition determines living dream job or career
should be based on links to the industry, fee for the expenses. Also you want to pursue
the interest you its ranking and its particular course factors like security, and then how the
have in a field of overall standing climate, and ease course and college
study. Also whether Also scholarships of transportation can be accordingly
the curriculum has Length of the the student can aligned. Get a
an international or program is another manage to get will Countries with college with high
global edge factor to consider help to manage Indian population reputation for better
budget are preferred prospects at work
5 best countries to study
MBA Abroad
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BEST COUNTRIES TO DO MBA ABROAD
United States United Kingdom Canada
Most popular schools – latest International reputation, London is High immigration possibility post
content and technology, support, financial hub world, rigorous job, good jobs, high economy,
internships & excellent networking academic approach, high salaries best facilities and low cost
F1 Visa, J1 Visa, and M1 Visa – Tier 4 General Visa is £348 Study permit for Canada costs
160$ CAD$ 150.
2 months post completion of period of 2 years in the UK after maximum of 3 years after
course – Need Opt application completing their degree completing their degree
Cost anywhere between INR 60 cost anywhere between INR 40 to INR 30 lakhs to 60 lakhs.
lakhs to 1 crore or more 75 lakhs
Harvard Business School - London Business School (LBS) Schulich School, Rotman School
Stanford, Wharton, Kellogg Said - Oxford, Cambridge Warwick Sauder School, Queen's School
School of Management BS, Imperial college, Edinburgh UNB Saint John Faculty, Ivey
BEST COUNTRIES TO DO MBA ABROAD
Germany Australia Singapore
Home to best MBA colleges, Affordable education Economically viable, best and
Public universities are free opportunities. Relaxed lifestyle safest countries to live in. Huge
and large Indian population Asian population
Germany student visa are €60 Tier 4 General Visa is £348 A $60 issuance fee for every
student's pass issued
Stay back in Germany for 18 1.25 to 2 years in Australia 1 to 3 months after completing
months (1.5 years) after degree their degree
Private college - INR 9 lakhs Tuitions - INR 15 to 50 lakhs INR 15 lakh to INR 20 lakh
annually, 7 Lakhs cost of living Living expense – 10 Lakhs
EU Business School, Munich Melbourne BS, UNSW BS, INSEAD, Nanyang institute of
Business School (MBS), Frankfurt Sydney BS, Macquarie management, Liverpool business
School , TUM, Reutlingen University school
5 best countries to study
MS Abroad
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BEST COUNTRIES TO DO MS ABROAD
United States Canada Australia
Academic excellence, funding, Highest standard degrees, With Qualifications are internationally
student support, flexible tighter norms in US, Canada is recognized and valued by
curriculum, hands on training next favorite, remarkably low cost employers, academics worldwide
F1 Visa, J1 Visa, and M1 Visa – Study permit for Canada costs Study visa cost is AUD$ 575
160$ CAD$ 150.
Temporary 1 year OTP permission to minimum of 8 months and a 18 months to gain work
stay post work, STEM – 29 Months maximum of 3 years experience for 2 years study
Cost 10-12k$ per year. Goes to MS Cost CDN $15,000 - $55,000 INR 10.30 lakhs for the first year
15k$ in non suburbs. annually, $12,000 as living cost post-graduate INR 17.30 lakhs
California State University University of Toronto, Ottawa, University of Adelaide. Queensland

Harvard, MIT, Stanford, Southern Alberta, Windsor, Western University of Technology, University
Illinois University University Canada of Sydney, Charles Darwin Univ.
BEST COUNTRIES TO DO MS ABROAD
Germany United Kingdom
Academic excellence in applied Shorter and intensive masters

sciences, engineering and related course, second highest
subject areas – huge patents universities in top 100,
Germany student visa are €60 Tier 4 General Visa is £348
Residence Permit of 18 months for four months after completion

of their degree
Cost between INR 9 – 10 lakhs £10,000 (~US$14,130) to £38,000

for study and 7 lakhs for stay/year (~US$53,700) – tuition fees
University of Bayreuth, Technical University of Toronto, Ottawa,

University of Berlin, Braunschweig Alberta, Windsor, Western
University of Technology, TUM University Canada
Scholarships
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SCHOLORSHIPS
A scholarship is an aid which the student tends to get for tuition, course books, accommodation and additional expenses
while going to a foreign college. There are different types of scholarships and ways in which student can apply for
scholarships
Program Subject Merit Student Country

Specific Specific Based Background Specific
Financial Aid Office, Colleges and Students are given These are given to Government
or Academic Dept government scholarships based students based on institutions,
of the respective institutions offer on academic certain race, corporates and
college and course scholarships to performance or gender, religion etc. other student
may offer students enrolled in extra curricular Most common are bodies provide
scholarship for certain subjects or achievements. This minority student Indians who study
students. Its best to course. Subject requirement may scholarships to abroad with country
check firstly with enrolment in the vary from university promote equality specific
the college and particular course is to university scholarships
department a must
SCHOLARSHIP PROCESS
How to Apply Eligibility Criteria Selection Chances
• Look a the type of scholarship you want to • Each scholarship has its own application • The competition is also quite high
apply for. criteria.
• only one out of 10 undergraduate aspirants
• First Google to check up on financial aid / • 10th, 11th or 12th marks mostly don’t is able to bag a scholarship
scholarships at your target universities matter. Undergraduate GPA / Percentages
matter • only 19% of students are able to qualify for
• Secondly check for government, private or receiving scholarships
independent organizations which offer • A decent score in GRE / GMAT / IELTS /
scholarships TOEFL will help • 13% of total students out of good GMT
score end up getting scholarships
• If the college offers a scholarship, • Leadership and Volunteering skills are
you automatically apply for it when you seen most during scholarship evaluations • Women have more chances of getting
submit admission application scholarships than men due to number of
• Achievements and Recognitions however scholarships available
• Since scholarships are limited hence apply small should be articulated
couple of months in advance so that you • Scholarships are definitely worth a try.
have high chances of getting the same • Your SOP should outline your uniqueness
and achievements to get you positioned
• Good Recommendation letters will help

Post Admission
Session 5
• Post Admission
• After receiving offer
• Flight Tickets, Fees, Visa, Forex
• Accommodation services
• General Guidelines
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Procedures after
receiving an offer letter
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PROCEDURES AFTER RECEIVING OFFER LETTER
These are the activities which are required to be done post receiving of the
offer letter from the college / university
A ACCEPT THE OFFER AND RESPOND BACK TO THE UNIVERSITY
B PAYMENT OF FEES FOR THE UNIVERSITY
C BOOKING OF FLIGHT TICKET
D STUDENT VISA PROCESS
E FOREX ASSISTANCE
OFFER ACCEPTANCE AND FEES PAYMENT
ACCEPTANCE
• You need to send out an acceptance letter to the university for

accepting or declining the offer.
• Don’t immediate say yes and ask for time to respond regardless of
how you are notified
• You would get from a few days to 1-2 weeks from the university to
respond with the acceptance.
• Consider your options and only then decide
• Your response should be short, respectful, and clearly indicate

your decision
• Take the time to read your letter or email before you send it. Check
for misspellings or grammatical errors
FEES PAYMENT
• Deposit is due when you accept your university.
• It will be refunded if your request for a visa or study permit is

denied. You can choose to pay for the full year at once or by
semester. Fees must be paid in advance for each semester
FLIGHT TICKETS
Flight Itinerary for Visa Dummy / Reserved ticket

Flight itinerary is a detailed route of your flight. Includes
information such as flight name, departure/arrival timings along
with dates, flight code, departure/arrival airport
reservation/booking numbers.
Flight ticket
Flight ticket is a document, issued by an airline or a travel
agency, which confirms that an individual has booked for a flight
Dummy / Reserved ticket

It is only a document that included travel itinerary details and
reservations, but it’s not a confirmed ticket.
How to book flight tickets for visa
• Purchasing a refundable flight ticket, or

• Reserving a Flight Ticket with your Local Travel Agent
• Reserving a Ticket with a Hold Option for a Fee by Airlines
• Reserving a Flight Ticket with a Free Hold Option by Airlines
and Online Booking Websites
Student Visa
Requirements, guidelines and
interview tips
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STUDENT VISA
Depending on the country where you are applying, there are different
kinds of student visas which are given. Hence it is required to check Student Visa
the country specific requirement before application of the visa
A visa is an official travel document
which is usually stamped or glued
Student visa based on term
Some countries classify the visa as short term
along with the passport which
A student visa or long term student visa. enables the bearer to legally enter
Short term is 90 days if the student is going to do the foreign country.
some diploma or certification course and anything
beyond that is long term
Student visa based on student type/degree

B Could be the degree applied for (undergraduate,
graduate or doctoral), exchange student or
vocational/ diploma course.
STUDENT VISA - DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
VALID REGISTERED FINANCIAL LANGUAGE MEDICAL

PASSPORT STUDENT CAPACITY PROFICIENCY TEST
• Some countries may • Confirmation of • Required financial • Minimum required • Undergo a medical test
need validity till end of admission with the document score in the English from the list of doctor
the course foreign educational requirement for that test – TOEFL or IELTS. authorized
• Some may allow you institute of that country country – read that • Visa Guidelines for
to apply section for details different countries
• 2 blank pages in the • Required funds as usually mandates a
passport for stamping needed to be present minimum score
• If your passport was in the applicants • Other languages like
expired before then all bank – may be German or French you
expired passport requirement for that need to produce the
needs to be attached country respective language
• Scholarships if any. certifications like CEFR
Note :
• Student visa interview is not mandatory for every country
• Most student visas allow students to work for 20hours/week
• Families can travel on their own visa’s
• Start processing your visa when you get approval or admit letter from your university
STUDENT VISA PREPARATION CONSIDERATIONS
Focus and Clarity Communication Eligibility
• You should have a good hold and • Support your course and stay
• Reason for doing the course by
fluency over spoken language expense from your financials
staying in country
• Your communication should be very • Articulation of the same with
• Short term and long term goal
clear and crisp confidence is very important
• Reason why India will not fulfill your
purpose
Prepare well Completed Paper Work Return Ticket
• Passport, passport-sized • Student visa is for a definite

• Needs dedicated practice photographs, standardized test period of time
• Confidence of character that you scores, academic transcripts, • Do not express your desire for
would be able to stay and do the educational certificates, proof of loan staying in the chosen country for
course as well as follow laws approval, bank statements, and too long
• Articulate Strength of Character other related documents • Do not express your desire to
• Listen well before you respond • Translate and notarize documents work in that country
which are in local language
FAQ for Student Visa
Q. Where do I start?
A. Once students receive their Letter of Acceptance from their desired university, it should be treated as a green signal to start their application
procedure for their Student Visa.
Q. How good must my English be?
A. Every university has prescribed English language requirements which the student needs to successfully qualify. Hence, students are advised to
check the university requirements and qualify for the same.
Q. What type of student visa do I need?
A. A student visa is called by several names, depending on your study abroad destination. While in the UK, a student visa is called a Tier 4 (General
Student) visa, in the US, the student visa is referred to as an F-1 visa.
Q. How much money will I need?
A. Living expenses depends on multiple variables. Candidates can check out the amount of money they would require here: Most affordable
countries to study abroad.
Q. Will consulates make exceptions and allow for emergency applications if a student is leaving sooner than the standard processing
time?
A. This depends on the discretionary power of the consulate. They would handle such situations on case to case basis.
Q. Where do I apply for my student visa?
A. Candidates can apply online, on the official website of the consulate or simply visite the visa issuing authority in person with the required
documents and Visa Processing fee.
Q. Can my family travel with me?
A. Yes. Families of students can travel. however, they would not be allowed to travel on the student visa and would require different visas for
themselves.
Q. Can I work on my visa?
A. Most student visas allow students to work for 20hours/week once their semester begins.
Q. How long can I stay?
A. Students can stay for the entire period their visa has been issued for. A lot of times students are required to extend their visa to a later date, which
can also be requested for.
Q. Where can I find more information?
A. Students can visit our website for the latest movement on study abroad or simply get in touch with our counselors for the latest information on visa
application and studying abroad.
AVERAGE VISA PROCESSING TIME
Every country has a different visa processing time and therefore it is advisable to consider this while processing the application
and avoid last minute rush. Here is a view of how much time in general each country takes for visa processing. Note that these
times may have to be revisited during pandemic.
Study Abroad Destination (Country) Average Visa Processing Time (Duration)
Australia 21 days to 3 months

Canada 2 weeks – 2.5 months
France 1 week to 3 months
Germany 12 weeks
Ireland around 8 weeks
Netherlands up to 30 days
New Zealand 25 days to 3 months
Singapore 3-4 weeks
Sweden Up to 8 weeks
United Kingdom 4 to 6 weeks
United States of America Upto 8 weeks
Same day approval/rejection is provided
Student Visa Guide -
Overall
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Studying overseas has become attainable with information being easily available with a click of a button.
Studying abroad has over the years evolved with an increasing number of students traveling abroad for higher
education. While most countries exhibit unique rules for entry, however, it is mandatory for all students to apply
and successfully get a student visa to be allowed to travel abroad for further studies. Read on to understand
the various student visa guides that students need to comply to be successfully granted a student visa to be
allowed to travel to their country of choice for higher education.
Australia
Students looking to pursue higher education in Australia, are required to apply to the recently introduced
Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF) that has been initiated from July 1, 2016. As per the recently
introduced visa guidelines implemented by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection, Government
of Australia, all students planning to study in Australia need to apply for Visa under Subclass 500 which has
been newly introduced. Earlier, applications were accepted under different subclasses. Recent changes have
combined the erstwhile subclasses 571 - 576 under one subclass i.e. Subclass 500.
Canada
Canada continues to attract a steady volume of students from India. While getting admission to Top
Universities in Canada continues to require excellent academic score, the permission to study is validated by
means of a Study Permit. If you wish to take academic, professional or vocational training at a university,
college or other educational institution in Canada, you will require a study permit before you enter Canada. The
study permit is issued to students on their arrival in Canada. However, for the acquisition of the study permit, a
student must first apply for a Temporary Resident Visa which is provided by the Canadian High Commission
and facilitated by the Visa Application Centers. VFS Global Services is the appointed VACs for Canadian visa
services.
France
Students looking to pursue higher education in France are required to apply to the 82 state
universities, five Catholic universities or the many private institutes spread across the length and
breadth of the French land. Universities award three types of degrees - Licence (UG), Masters
(PG) and Doctorate (Ph.D.). The country offers aspirants different types of student visas and they
include, Visa de court séjour pour etudes (‘Schengen’ short-stay student visa), Visa de long
séjour temporaire pour etudes (temporary long-stay visa) and Visa de long séjour etudes (long-
stay visa), for education purpose. Candidates are advised to submit their Visa application and
collection of passports be done either in person or through a self-appointed travel agent
authorized by the Embassy of France, New Delhi.
Germany
Education in Germany is a very serious affair and they have everything calculated to the last
cent. Every year, according to the prevailing economic conditions as well as the relevant fees
structure, every university would request that a monthly sum is provided for the student to
facilitate his living expenses in the country as well as for completing his education, this money is
deposited in a Blocked Account. Students who are required to stay for over 90 days
in Germany for their education are required to apply for a Residence Permit. It is mandatory for
applicants to show proof of finances for one year. A residence permit issued to students and is
valid for a maximum period of two years. Students are required to renew their residence permit if
the duration of the course is longer than the stated two years.
Netherlands
An Indian Student planning to Study in the Netherlands requires a Visa to enter and stay there
for the purpose. Students are required to apply for the relevant student visa, depending on the
kind, of course, he/she is planning to undertake – Schengen Visa (for courses less than 3
months) and Entry Visa - MVV and VVR or Residence Permit for Bachelors/ Masters from the
Netherlands. A student planning to take up a course which is over 90 days in duration would
need a Residence Permit to stay in the Netherlands for the purpose of completing their
education. As per the IND (Dutch Immigration and Naturalization Service), for students planning
to stay in the Netherlands for a period of more than 90 days, the university/ institute is their
‘Recognized Sponsor’. Under the TEV (Entry and Residence Permit) Procedure, the visa for the
student would be applied by the recognized sponsor.
New Zealand
Students looking to travel to New Zealand to study for more than three months are required to
apply for a student visa. A student visa allows applicants to study full-time in New Zealand for a
limited period of duration. A student visa may have conditions you must meet – for example, it
may include, the name of the program you are allowed to pursue, the name of the educational
provider, the local location of the provider, and the requirement to hold acceptable insurance
Singapore
Students who want to pursue higher education in Singapore are required to apply for the student visa
on receiving the offer letter from the desired education institute for a particular course. Institutes in
Singapore will file the Singapore Student Pass for Indian applicants’ on behalf of students to Singapore
Immigration and Checkpoint Authority (ICA). Candidates are required to submit their applications
through the Student’s Pass On-Line Application & Registration (SOLAR) system. New applications for a
Student’s Pass are required to be submitted at least a month and not more than two months before the
commencement of the course period.
United Kingdom
Aspirants wanting to pursue their higher education in the United Kingdom (UK) are required to apply
from the two student visa categories available under Tier 4 of the UK points-based system. Tier 4
(General) student category is for students coming to the UK for higher education and the applicant is
required to be at least 16 years of age. Or the Tier 4 (Child) Student category is for children between 4
and 15 years old coming to the UK for their education. Children who fall between the age category of 4
and 15 years can only be educated at independent fee-paying schools. England, Scotland, Wales and
Northern Ireland constitute the United Kingdom, where each enjoys a distinct culture and feel of its
own UK contains over 80% of the total population.
USA
Touted as the most sought-after study destination for students planning to study abroad millions, millions aspire
to travel to the dreamland but only a few make the leap. If you are among the few who aspire and have gotten
admission into your aspired university in the USA, applying for Student Visa is the next important step to
realizing your study in USA dream. Aspirants looking to pursue their education in the United States of America
(USA) are required to apply from the various visas available to them depending on the nature and duration of
the course in perusal, these include, F1 Student Visa, J1 Exchange Visitor Visa, and M-1 Vocational/ Non-
Academic Student Visa.
Forex
Arrangement for forex
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FOREX
Few important tips on saving money on foreign exchange while

Forex
studying abroad.
• Compare rates and purchase forex locally. ... Forex is the foreign exchange
• Use foreign exchange aggregators like nafex.com to buy currency currency which you will have to carry
and get best rates to the destination country
• Use a Forex card while staying abroad so that its easy to handle
money and you need not carry everything in cash This can be in in form of forex card of
• Compare remittance rates and charges, Keep eye on forex rates cash which is required to be carried
• Open a local bank account abroad. along with you.
• The total amount of foreign exchange used by a student both in
terms of forex cards and wire transfers, in a financial year must not
exceed USD 250,000 for educational purposes Forex cards are prepaid cards onto
• You will need to furnish a copy of your air ticket, education visa, which you load money in local currency
passport, admission letter for getting forex card which then gets converted into the
foreign currency of choice at a fixed
rate
Post landing
Accommodation services
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ACCOMODATION OPTIONS
University Student dormitories Homestays Apartments

Accommodation
Programs will provide you Student dormitories are You’ll get a real experience The most private option,
with housing or make the furnished and provide you by living with someone else apartments are great for
arrangements for you with instant access to or an entire family and those comfortable with
people your age experience local life more independence
Generally its very limited
and you are lucky if you get You will likely share a excellent option for people Apartments can be
one kitchen and may share a who want to explore culture expensive though, so you
bathroom may have to get a
roommate
Do’s and Don'ts in
post-arrival services.
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POST LANDING ACTIVITIES
Report to the university Get Accommodation Get a phone connection
Explore shopping malls or Stock up essentials Register a local health

grocery stores for daily needs required services – e.g. NHS in UK
Get a local Bank Account using Explore local transport –

Learn basic cooking
the Accommodation address buses, taxis and trains

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INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

International studies Session 2 – Overall Abroad Study Countries

• Prerequisites needed before applying

Session 4 – College and University Selection

• College and University Selection

750,000 3000 CR+ 65 Percent India sends one of the

Source of foreign students : Indian Ministry of External Affairs

There are multiple areas

Total Indian Student Studying Abroad – 750,000

• Different parameters for selection of country

Rank Country Cost of Living Index

Courses MBA MS BE/BTech Total Cost of Study

*figures provided are in lakhs www.shiksha.com

Multiple Surveys – High Level-

Canada Germany Ireland

STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths

# RANK University Rankings # RANK University Rankings

1 United States 13 Switzerland

FALL SUMMER SPRING

This is popular intake Available for limited Starts in the January;

Almost all universities Very limited This is common in a

Basis Fall Intake Spring Intake

Fall intake is available in almost all May not be available in certain

Courses Options Broader Coarse options Limited Course options

Autumn/Semester 1: Starts early Spring/Semester 2: Starts late January

Course Return on Career Culture & Value of degree

Important factors for Indian

• Prerequisites needed before applying

The application process by

This section will give a view of

• Masters program needs BachelorsPrerequisites

• Language Proficiency tests are mostly mandatory - TOEFL,

• Well planned finances on tuition fees and also on living cost.

The Study Abroad exams are

The list mentioned is a

Language Test These are test which are given

Countries like USA, UK, Canada,

Standardized These are test which are apart

Note that these test may vary

LISTENING READING WRITING SPEAKING

• 30 MINUTES • 60 MINUTES • 60 MINUTES • 11-14 MINUTES

IELTS Academic Test IELTS General Test

Exam Registration Fees IELTS Registration

• Registration fee for IELTS is Rs. • Visit British Council - www.ielts.org

Eligibility Criteria Check IELTS results online?

• No minimum education criteria • Step 1: Visit - www.ielts.org

LISTENING READING WRITING SPEAKING

• 41–57 minutes • 54–72 minutes • 50 minutes • 17 minutes

Skill Level TOEFL SCORING

Writing Advanced (24–30)

Exam Registration Fees TOEFL Registration

• Registration fee for TOEFL is • Create new account on -

Eligibility Criteria Check TOEFL results online?

PTE Academic Exam PTE General Exam

LISTENING READING SPEAKING AND

• 77 – 93 Minutes • 32-40 Minutes • 45-57 Minutes

• PTE Academic Exam is scored on a scale of 10

Exam Registration Fees PTE Registration

• Registration fee is INR 13,300 • Log on to the PTE website

Eligibility Criteria Check PTE results online?

Sending PTE Scores Process of sending scores

• Due to the ongoing pandemic coronavirus COVID-19, all PTE Academic