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HOW TO ACCESS SHOLARSHIP OVERSEAS

BLUEPRINT
FOR ACCESSING
SCHOLARSHIP
OVERSEAS

SIMPLE STEPS TO ACQUIRING

MODERN SCHOLARSHIP, LOANS, ON-


CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT AND STUDENT
VISA TO STUDY IN CANADA, USA, AND
AUSTRALIA AND FIVE
OTHER COUNTRIES
SAMUEL O. IKECHUKWU

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Table Of Contents

BLUEPRINT 1

FOR ACCESSING 1

SCHOLARSHIP 1

OVERSEAS 1

SIMPLE STEPS TO ACQUIRINGMODERN SCHOLARSHIP,


LOANS, ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT AND STUDENT VISA
TO STUDY IN CANADA, USA, AND AUSTRALIA AND
FIVE OTHER COUNTRIES 1

SAMUEL O. IKECHUKWU 1

INTRODUCTION 6

BLUEPRINT FOR ACCESSING SCHOLARSHIP OVERSEAS 7

Where do I want to study? 8

When do I apply? 8

What are the requirements needed by my choice


university? 9

Documents needed for the application process 9

Am I eligible to study in that country? 10

How to Apply to a Foreign University 10

HOW TO ACCESS SCHORLARSHIP OVERSEAS 11

Choose or Select a foreign University 11

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Get ready the required documents 11

Apply Online 12

Bonus 13

How to apply to an international university in the U.S. 13

Documents Required 14

How to apply to an international university in Canada 15

How to apply to an international university in Australia 15

LIST OF UNIVERSITIES THAT OFFER FINANCIAL AID 16

Universities that o er nancial aid in the United States 17

Universities that o er nancial aid in Australia 18

Universities that o er nancial aid in Canada 18

Other Universities that o er nancial aids 19

Search out Scholarship Opportunities 20

Make Ready the Required Documents 21

Essays: "Hey, come; shine to us." That's the reason for


the essay. Some scholarships demand several essays with
a given topic and word count. Give it your best with a
compelling and honest story. 22

Apply for an Award 22

Australia 23

Canada 23

USA 23

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Others 23

Student Loan de ned 24

Forms of Student loan 25

Why Should I Consider a Student Loan? 25

Now let's make this a reality! 26

How do you apply for an academic loan? 26

Find out a Students loan website or tool 26

Select the Loan that Interest You 26

Fill out the application form appropriately 26

Wait for approval. 26

ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT 27

Overview 27

Jobs available on the scheme 27

How to get an On-Campus employment 28

Visit the University Career Center 28

Networking 28

A Door-to-Door check 28

Steps to obtain a Student's Visa to the U.S. 29

Payment Of Fees and making Appointment for a Visa


Interview 29

Fill the New DS-160 Application Form Online 30

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Prepare and Appear for the Visa interview 30

Steps to obtain a Student's Visa to Canada 31

Receive a letter of acceptance from your choice


University or College 31

Get a Canadian Visa Application Package 31

Receive a Personal Checklist code 31

Create Your CIC account 32

Send Application to CIC 32

Prepare for an Interview 32

Steps to obtain a Student's Visa to Australia 32

Payment of 575AUD Visa fee is required 33

Interview and Health checkup 33

CONCLUSION 34

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INTRODUCTION
Everyone deserves a bright future, living in the full achievement of their dreams. Nowadays, the
ght for a better life has gotten more challenging because the world now operates on the value
an individual has to o er to society or the environment. The truth is one cannot provide what he
or she doesn't have; that is to say to you have to acquire something in this case your value
before it can be given out.

Ask yourself the question; how do I become of value to my society? This is where education

comes into the picture.

Education is the process of acquiring knowledge and preparing oneself for mature life. It is the
process of developing or obtaining a particular experience or skill as for a profession through
learning, instructions, training, or study. Quality education goes a long way in adding value to
your life and placing you in high demand in society. Things, unfortunately, don't play out evenly
for everyone; not everyone is nancially able to get the best education desired or study in that

dream university overseas.

Do you desire quality education? Do you want to study in that dream university overseas? Life
may not be playing fair right now, but this book has it all covered. In this book, you will discover
an escape route, obtaining monetary scholarship, academic loans, and many other rich eye-
openers as a solution and stepping stones to ful lling your dreams.

As you read this book you become acquainted with the appropriate steps to acquiring modern

scholarship, loans, on-campus employment and a student VISA to study overseas.

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Many individuals have the desire to study abroad but feel reluctant to take action in pursuing
their dreams, which may be due to reasons such as:

Failures in a previous application

Don't know how to go about things

Wrong perception; believing that it is a daunting task to apply for foreign universities

Success in a pursuit depends on information gathered and as well optimized use of the

information. On the chase for a degree abroad, some questions must be answered. These
include;

Where do I want to study?

When do I apply?

What are the requirements needed by my choice university?

What documents will be needed for the application process?

Am I eligible to study in that country?

Having the answers to these questions at the tip of your ngers will show you that applying to
study abroad is not so di cult in contrast with general opinions or perceptions.

Let's help you provide answers to the listed questions as we set you up for a blissful ride.

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Where do I want to study?


Lots of factors play into this question, and a critical assessment of these factors will help you
make the right choice. It is essential to know that it goes beyond just your preference to study at
a particular institution in making a decision. Still, a close examination of your choice and
factors around will do a lot of good. What are those factors to be considered? Let’s get them
right:

Finances, Irrespective of my desired institution. Can my nances see me through?


The standard of living in the chosen country should be considered
Eligibility: you need to nd out the relationship between your choice institution's country
and yours. Do they accept students from your country? If yes, what are the speci cs as
regards your country to theirs?
The course of study and requirements: Many students make this mistake; they long to

study in an institution but fail to nd out if the University o ers their Course of study.

A full consideration of these factors kick starts a successful pursuit as you make the right
choice.

When do I apply?
An early application will give a greater chance of acceptance. Do not wait until the deadline. Do
everything possible to get updated on the school's application schedule by checking on their
websites and other trusted sources of information.

TIP: If you apply early, you have the chance to arrange everything on time and can also apply to
another school if you are not accepted. Keeping your options open is not a bad idea because if

you apply to more than one school, you have a greater chance of getting admission abroad.

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What are the requirements needed by my choice


university?
It is usual thing for di erent institutions to have di erent requirements for international
students. To nd answers, research, by visiting the school website. This will enable you to get
accurate requirement details.

Documents needed for the application process


Here is a list of required documents needed for admission abroad:

The university application form

High school and college grades

A copy of your passport

Standardized tests: it includes test such as the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) for
undergraduates and various tests such as the GMAT, MCAT, or GRE, depending on your
graduate program.

Reference and motivational letters

A nancial statement: It is to show that you can pay for your studies and living expenses.

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Am I eligible to study in that country?


Di erent countries have di erent regulation; they do not always agree on the particular set of
international students they want in their country. It is no big deal as this information can be
found out by simple research.

With all the questions answered, we are ready to rock and roll. The foundation has been set,
and it is time for a detailed description of the admission process.

How to Apply to a Foreign University


For every individual with the big dream of a foreign study environment, it begins with gaining
admission, which can only be obtained when an application is successful. All students or
individuals intending to obtain a degree in a foreign university must go through the process of
admission themselves. Have a careful look at the guidelines below:

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Choose or Select a foreign University
The selection of a foreign university depends on the choice of the individual or student.
Remember that the crucial factors to help you make the right choice has been treated before
this section, so have a relook and take appropriate actions. A student should have correct
information about universities in di erent countries before making a choice. The information
needed can be found online, go through their website, and nd out if they are credible or not.
Check their policies and mode of operation to ensure that they are not a black-listed institution.

Get ready the required documents


Research has shown that most failures in the application are due to errors in the student's
document. The needed documents require much attention, because, this is where the workload
lies. It is advised that the documents should be available as early and possible and must be
authentic. If you want to be accepted by your dream university, follow the outlined instructions
carefully.

Make clean and clear scanned copies of all your educational transcripts and degree: You can't
process an admission without your previous education records. The admission committee will
need all these records. Blurred images and copies will do you no good, hence use a high-
resolution scanner for your documents and upload them appropriately to make your documents
visible and readable by the admission committee.

Your ID card and Passport will be required, so make them ready and legit.

Obtain a good score in Pro ciency tests like Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Scholastic
Assessment Test (SAT), Graduate Management Test (GMAT) as most foreign universities
demand this from applicants.

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Write an excellent Statement of Purpose (SOP): An essential document that is often overlooked
by students is the SOP. The admission committee wants to know in detail your purpose. A
statement of purpose is a one-page description written by the student. The SOP explains why
the student is interested in the institution, program, and country for study. Please write the SOP
yourself and never use a copied SOP from the internet.

Get Reference Letters: It is a short letter written by teachers from your previous institution. The
Letter explains why you should be given admission. Please note that the reference letter is not a
three to four lines write up but should highlight your academic qualities e ectively.

In the case of applying for a PhD or MPhil degree, a Research Proposal will be required. It is a

document that outlines the proposed research of the student. A good research proposal should
at least have an introduction to the topic, brief literature, Objectives, research questions,
methodology, and reference.

Apply Online
Technological advancement has made things easier; most foreign universities have an online
platform or website where the application can be submitted e ortlessly.

With all the necessary documents ready, follow the steps outlined to apply:

Visit or login to the o cial website of the University

Click open the online application portal on the website

Open an account for applying online: do use a correct email address when opening your
account, because the University will use it to contact you regarding your application

After opening the account, you will be directed to the application page

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On the application page, you will nd several sections, which are: Personal details, educational
details, a program intended for admission, reference letters, pro ciency tests, statement of
purpose, research proposal, and so on.

Fill all sections carefully and correctly.

There will be a button in each section to upload relevant documents: for example, when lling

your educational details, there will be a button to upload your academic transcript or degree.

Upload the scanned documents in their appropriate sections.

Do Save each section before moving to the next

After completing the application, submit it, and you will receive a con rmation in the email
address you submitted.

Note: When you are lling the various sections, and you nd out that you do not have the
necessary information at the moment, you can save the entire application and resume it later.

Bonus
In this section, we are going to streamline things. The focus is placed on admission
applications in the USA, Canada, and Australia. Sit back and pay attention.

How to apply to an international university in the U.S.


The United States is one of the most sought after countries for international students. With over
250 universities and colleges listed in the latest higher education ranking created by U.S. news,
it shows that it isn't out of place to consider the U.S. as an option. Let's check out the admission
requirements and procedures of International universities in the United States.

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Documents Required
The required documents depend on the University; go to the school's website to nd out their
unique requirements. The primary documents required include:

Transcript of grades of previous education(high school or University)

Test scores on SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT (as indicated by the institution)

CV/Resume

Proof of English Language pro ciency

Statement of Purpose

Application fee (as indicated by the institution)

Writing Sample(the institution gives topic)

Passport Photo

Note: With regards to the language pro ciency test, the University will accept one of the
following:

PTE Academic (Person Test of English)


TOEFL ibt (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing Service)

Ensure you check the University's minimum test score expected from applicants.

With all relevant documents ready, you can visit the University's website to ll in and upload

your credentials.

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How to apply to an international university in Canada


A lot of people call Canada the nicest country in the world. They can as well be nice to you if you
apply to study in one of their universities. Documents and other requirements are not entirely
di erent from all that have been outlined previously, but in Canada, there are some unique
procedures. Take a look at the following:

What you need in one province may be entirely di erent from what you need in the other.
Identify the province and its peculiarities via research.

Make sure you apply to an institution in the Designated Learning Institute (DLI) list as this will

help you obtain a student's Visa.

An English Language pro ciency test is needed. All universities and colleges in

Canada accept the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS)

A French pro ciency test will be needed if you want to study in the French speaking part of
Canada. The test includes TEF, TCF, DALF, and DELF.

How to apply to an international university in Australia


Australia is one of the famous destinations for international students. A country with beautiful

beaches, a wide variety of tourist centers, and an exceptional higher education system will be
the right place to explore while you learn.

A big hint: Before you apply to any university in Australia, Visit the Australian immigration
website to check if you are eligible for an Australian Visa.

If you are eligible for the Visa, then the good news is that you have crossed one major hurdle to
your dream Australian University.

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The application is made through the University's website, but before you apply, there are
required documents that must be made available. The documents are still the primary ones
listed previously, but there are some speci cs as regards studying in Australia.

With the other primary documents outlined above, you will also need the following:

An o cial proof that you changed your name (If you got married)

For students that applied before their nal exams, it will be required that you submit your nal
grades

O cial Certi ed translation for documents that are in languages other than English

Note: Research cannot be overemphasized as an essential tool in seeking admission to a


foreign university. Research on the University or college of your choice, check their
requirements and note their application schedule.

LIST OF UNIVERSITIES THAT OFFER FINANCIAL


AID
Quality Education is achievable but at an appreciable cost. Several potentials that needed be
harnessed have remained untapped because of inadequate funds. In a bid to help students

actualize their dreams and potential through top-notch exposure and education, many
international universities have created an opportunity to o er nancial aids to international
students.

Financial aid helps students pay their way through college or University, which covers tuition
fees and other educational expenses. It can take the form of a scholarship, grant, loans, and
work-study jobs.

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Universities that offer financial aid in the United States


The United States is a top destination for international students. U.S. education is more
a ordable as some Colleges or institutions ease the nancial burden on international students.

Amherst College, Massachusetts (awarded $66,093 average aid to 135

International students 2018-2019)

Columbia University, New York (awarded $68,718 average aid to 254 international
students 2018-2019)
Dartmouth College, New Hampshire (awarded $64,516 average aid to 254

International students 2018-2019)

Duke University, North Carolina (awarded $66,754 average aid to 213 international
students 2018-2019)
Skidmore College, New York (awarded $67,085 average aid to 86 international students

2018-2019)
Stanford University, California (awarded $64,500 average aid to 240 international
students 2018-2019)
Trinity College, Connecticut (awarded $64,705 average aid to 164 international students
2018-2019)
Wellesley College, Massachusetts (awarded $64,514 average aid to 89 international
students 2018-2019)

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Universities that offer financial aid in Australia


Australia has a favorable welcome policy for international students. The government and some
institutions have set up aids to ease the nancial burden of studying in Australia.

The list of universities that o er annual aids to students are outlined below:

La Trobe University, Melbourne


University of Melbourne
Macquarie University, Sydney
Australian Catholic University, Victoria
University of South Australia
The University of Adelaide, Adelaide

Universities that offer financial aid in Canada


Now we take a look at Canada and see what's in stock for international students.

University of Toronto, Toronto

York University, Toronto

The University of British Columbia, British Columbia

The University of Winnipeg, Winnipeg

The University of McGill, Quebec

The University of Waterloo, Waterloo Queen’s University, Ontario

The University of Manitoba, Manitoba

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Other Universities that offer financial aids


For students that want to explore other counties beside Australia, Canada, and the United
States, here is a list for you:

Cardi University, United kingdom


University College of Northern Denmark, Denmark
Science Po, France

University of Nottingham, United Kingdom


University College London, United Kingdom
Tsinghua University, China
University of Hong Kong, China
Tokyo University of Science, Japan
Waseda University, Japan
Ochanomizu University, Japan
Kyung University, South Korea
Hanyang University, South Korea

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There is a common misconception that studying abroad is una ordable, but do you know that
there are numerous study abroad scholarships merely waiting for you to apply? Scholarships
are monetary gifts that do not need to be repaid. Every year across the globe, organizations,
schools, governments, religious groups, and individuals give out thousands of scholarships.
Have you been informed? Have you been applying correctly? Don't worry; this section will get it
xed.

A scholarship will help you pay your college bills and make your study experience stress free.

Note: Some scholarships are merit-based; that is, you meet up or exceed the criteria needed for
the scholarship, while some others are based on nancial needs.

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Search out Scholarship Opportunities


With a wide variety of scholarships from di erent sources, it is vital to know that not all
scholarships are meant for you. That is why we anchor on the word research, research, and
research. Thousands of scholarships are available, but they have di erent requirements and
speci cations. It will be proper to search out various scholarship schemes, dig deep into the
requirements and deadlines.

Note: Beware of a scam as you do not have to pay to apply for a scholarship. Remember, it is a
monetary gift, and you don't pay to receive a gift, but you earn it.

There are trusted platforms where you can search out this opportunity. You can search by
location, student origin, award name, or the subject of study. Here are some safe and authentic
scholarship search engines:

Scholarships.com
College Board
Kaarme.com
Fastweb
COLLEGEData

Once you get registered, you will get an update of available scholarships to your email address.

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Make Ready the Required Documents


In this regard, proper organization is vital. You have the opportunity to seek out and apply for
more than one scholarship scheme; the more you apply, the higher your chances. When you
apply for more than one scholarship scheme, create a list of your activities to help stay
organized and avoid misplacing information.

Every scholarship opportunity has its requirement, ranging from general to speci c. Ideally, it
would be best if you dug deep into the requirements needed for every scheme. Let's take a look
at what many will require in the process:

Transcripts: It shows your grades from your previous education. The grades will speak volumes
of you to the organization awarding the scholarship.

Cover Letter: the Letter allows you to tell the organization or committee involved why you are
deserving of the scholarship.

Letter of recommendation: it is best written by someone who knows you well, which could be
your professor or employer. The Letter will explain your character, strength, and why you are a
worthy candidate to be awarded

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Essays: "Hey, come; shine to us." That's the reason for the
essay. Some scholarships demand several essays with a
given topic and word count. Give it your best with a
compelling and honest story.
Apply for an Award
You have diligently sought out the schemes that interest you, and with all the requirements
ready, it's time to y. Go for it and Apply.

Visit the appropriate website


Create an account
Fill in your details and Credentials
Upload relevant documents appropriately

Hey there, here are some tips to help you stand out and make you a winner:

Pay attention to details while you apply. Make sure you provide outright answers to the
questions asked.
Be honest: Do not exaggerate your quali cations; hence apply for a scholarship that suits
your academic quali cation.
Stick to time, take note of deadlines.
Be an early starter; be proactive. Search out the opportunities early enough and work
towards it.
After applying, don't lose focus as an interview may be required. Maximize the time
practicing likely interview questions. Don't be caught o guard!

A mentor who you could fall to will be a big plus.

We bring you a list of some annual scholarships in Australia, Canada, U.S.A, and other countries

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Australia
Swinburne International Excellence Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarship
Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship
La Trobe University Graduate Research Scholarship(LTGRS)
Sydney Scholars Award
Macquarie Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship
ANU International University Scholarship

Canada
MasterCard Foundation Scholarship
International Leader of Tomorrow Undergraduate Scholarships at University of

British Columbia

University of Alberta Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students


University of British Columbia Doctoral Scholarship for International Students Humber
College International Students Scholarship

USA
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Harvard University Scholarship
Illinois State University International Awards
Michigan State University International Scholarship
University of Arkansas International Scholarship

Others
Chevening Scholarship, UK
Ei el Excellence Scholarship Program, France
Swiss Excellence Scholarship for Foreign Students, Switzerland
DAAD Scholarships, Germany
Czech Government Scholarship for International Students from Developing

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Countries, Czech Republic

Italy-UCSC Scholarship for African Students


Government of Malaysia International scholarship

Higher Education Scholarship Program for


Undergraduates, Masters, and PhD Students in Taiwan

Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program,


Japan.

Indonesian Government Scholarships for Students from


Developing Countries.

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The failure to get a scholarship shouldn't end your dream to study abroad. There are other
options for receiving nancial aid. Do you know that you can get an academic loan to ease your
nancial burden?

Keep the chill as we get through this, starting with a few basics:

Student Loan defined


It is a nancial assistance given to students to take care of basic academic needs such as
tuition fees, books, school supplies, living expenses, etc. The loan is given to students at a
minimal interest rate, and college students are expected to pay back after completing their
education.

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Forms of Student loan


An idea of the available forms of loan to students is vital. There are two common forms
available to students:

Federal loans: are made available by the government

Private student loan: made available by banks and credit organization

Why Should I Consider a Student Loan?


I've got some reasons why a student loan is a great deal:

Adorable Rates: Imagine how bene cial it is when you receive a loan at a low rate and only pay
back after until you start earning after your education.

An escape from an increasing tuition fee

Living Expenses: this can't be ruled out of the equation. If your daily expenses are not insured,
you won't be given admission; that's terrible news.

Peace of mind is so valuable. With your expenses insured, you have the right mindset to focus
on your studies.

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Now let's make this a reality!


How do you apply for an academic loan?
Follow these simple steps to get your loan:

Find out a Students loan website or tool


A credible loan platform is what you need to get started. On these platforms, you get all the
required information about the loan, such as eligibility, rates, and other criteria. Here are a few
of them:

CITIZENS ONE
ASCENT
COLLEGE AVE
MEFA
SALLIE MAE
SUN TRUST

Select the Loan that Interest You


On the platform, you see the o ers available. You can select for the undergraduate or graduate
features, depending on what you seek.

Note: Some features may require a cosigner. A cosigner is legally obligated if the student fails
to pay.

Fill out the application form appropriately


Wait for approval.

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ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
There is yet another nancial aid package that cuts down the cost of studying abroad. You can
work while you study.

It is also termed a work-study; an opportunity, not an obligation.

Overview
Work-study is part-time employment for students enrolled in college. It is available to
undergraduates, graduates, and professional students with nancial needs. It is also available
to full time and part-time students. The jobs are not assigned to the students, but they apply
based on their skills, interests, and schedule.

Jobs available on the scheme


Generally, it is recommended that the work is related to the Course of study, but there are little
tweaks here and there. Let us go through the list of some part-time jobs for students on the
scheme:

Mail Room Attendant: Involves the receiving and dispersing of letters and packages.
Most colleges have mailrooms in their dormitories; it's an opportunity to meet new
people, make friends, and learn while you earn.
Library attendant: This is the choice of several students. Working in the library is an ideal
option with a four to eight hours shift. The Library attendant has the responsibility of
maintaining order in the library. Preventing prohibited actions from students, such as
eating and drinking or being noisy.
Peer Tutor: Are you good at a particular subject? Apply for a formal tutoring position in the
school's educational resource center, and teach your peers for some cash. You can also
be recruited to work in an athletic program, or tutoring athletes.

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Teaching Assistant: Universities and colleges hire undergraduates or graduate students


to work as teaching assistants.
Barista: You could decide to show your process in the co ee shop for a few hours per
day.

How to get an On-Campus employment


Lots of o ces on campus should have openings for student workers. These openings include
the libraries, Student life o ce, admission o ce, dining hall, athletic center, and so on. There
are several ways you can get a job on campus, as it all boils down to information.

Visit the University Career Center


Do you want a job? Take a stroll to the school's career center, or you could visit their career
resource online to inquire and place an application. If you suit the requirements, boom, you get
the job.

Networking
Meeting people and knowing more people, including sta of the institution, could get you the
job without strenuous assessment. Ask people where they work and let them know your
interest in getting a job.

A Door-to-Door check
Print out your resume and other needful documents; go knocking on di erent o ces where you
could be suited to work. Don't feel ashamed to ask if there are any openings if you need one.

After crossing the hurdles, from seeking admission to getting available nancial aid, without a
permit into that dream country, all e orts have gone to dust. A visa is a conditional authorization
by a country's government to a foreigner to remain within or leave the country. It is a paper

document attached to a page of the holder's Passport.

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As a student, you need a visa to gain entrance into the country where your school is located.

Steps to obtain a Student's Visa to the U.S.


Let's get some terms explained

F Visa: Is for students accredited to study in the U.S.

J Visa: Is for exchange visitors; these are visitors coming in to participate in an exchange
program

M Visa: Is for individuals coming in for non- academic or vocational training in the U.S.

Firstly, The University or College must have accepted you for a full-time study.

Upon gaining admission, the University or college will send you an I-20 form for the Application
for an F-1 Visa. In the case of an exchange visitor, you will receive a DS-2019 form for the
Application of J-1 Visa. You have to read and ll the form

Note: Ensure that the spelling and arrangement of your name on your Passport match that on
the I-20 or DS-2019 forms.

Payment Of Fees and making Appointment for a Visa


Interview
Locate the website of the U.S. embassy in your country by visiting www.usembassy.gov.You will
get appropriate instructions on making a Visa Appointment from the U.S. embassy in your
country. A payment of $350 Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SIVES) fee for F
and M visa and $220 for J Visa has to be made and make sure you get a receipt.

The payment can be made with an internationally valid credit card. The payment should be
made at least three days before the interview. An additional Visa application fee of $160 has to
be paid to your country's U.S. embassy.

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Note: Visit the website of the U.S. embassy in your country to get speci c information on the
payments. Take your receipts with you to the Visa interview.

Fill the New DS-160 Application Form Online


The U.S. government now uses the DS-160 form for non-immigrant Visa Application. Visit the
website to follow the instructions and ll the form. You will be asked to upload your photograph,
which must meet the requirements in the photograph section.

It is now required that you list your social media accounts. All documents should be printed out
and must be with you during the Visa interview.

Prepare and Appear for the Visa interview


The Visa interview is crucial and should be treated as a formal meeting. Follow the following
instructions for a successful interview:

First impression matters, so a business out t will do a lot of good. Please dress appropriately.

You will have a little time to speak with the o cer, so you have to answer quickly and
thoroughly.

Hit the nail on the head: Tell the o cer why it is better to study in the United States, and explain
why you chose that speci c school.

In the case of low grades, tell the o cer how you plan to improve and succeed in the U.S.

Boldly state your nancing and intent of return.

After all these, you have to hope as you will be updated on the success of your application.

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Steps to obtain a Student's Visa to Canada


Here we go:

Receive a letter of acceptance from your choice University


or College
You must obtain a letter of acceptance. Students who chose to study in Quebec must apply and
be awarded a letter of acceptance from the government of Quebec known as CAQ. The CAQ can
be printed online or requested on paper from the University.

Get a Canadian Visa Application Package


The Canadian visa package is applied for online through Citizenship and Immigration Canada
(CIC) website. You can also visit a local visa o ce or the Canadian embassy in your home
country.

Note: If you are from a designated country, you may have to obtain a temporary residence
permit

On the website, you will have to answer some questions. The questions will determine if you
are eligible for the Visa and the documents that would be required.

Receive a Personal Checklist code


If you are eligible, you will receive a personal checklist code. The code will be valid for 60days.
You will need the code to submit your application. Print out the code for reference, and the page
containing the code will also contain tuition fee, application guide, list of needed documents,
and the next step for you to take.

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Create Your CIC account


Open a CIC account, and enter your checklist code. After which you can upload all your
documents.

Send Application to CIC


Once the Application form is ready, and fees have been paid, submit your application to CIC.

Prepare for an Interview


Steps to obtain a Student's Visa to Australia
Follow these instructions to get you Australian student Visa:

Get your Letter of enrollment from your school


Login to the website of Australian Immigration Authorities to create an account

Prepare the following documents in a digital format:

Con rmation of Enrollment


An Oversea Student Health Cover(OSHC)
Passport
Proof of Temporary Stay

Some additional documents may be required depending on where you are applying from, but
not to worry, the authorities will make this known to you.

Complete the application online, lling out the sections appropriately.

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Payment of 575AUD Visa fee is required


You will receive a Transaction Reference Number (TRN) after the payment is made.

Safekeeping this number is important as it will be used to track your application.

Interview and Health checkup


This isn't a xed feature. The health checkup and Visa interview depend on di erent student
location. If there is a need for the interview, you will be informed.

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CONCLUSION
You can ful ll the dream of getting a quality education. What makes you better right now is that
you have read this book and have been informed. With thousands of Scholarships out there,
Academic loans, and the opportunity to get an on-campus job, there should be no hurdle on
your path.

It is one thing to have information and another to act on it. It's on, you know, take action
following the right steps. You can have big dreams, and I assure you that you can live it.

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