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Real Immigrants Share Advice for Moving to the U.S.
WES Advisor |
We love to hear from real people about their immigration journeys—and we know you do, too. This summer, we interviewed dozens of immigrants and international students to learn about their unique paths to North America. One of the questions we asked was: “What information or advice would have helped you before immigrating?” Although we promised […]
How to Ask for Recommendation Letters
Nana Konadu Owusu |
Recommendation letters play an essential role during the graduate school application process. Most institutions require you to include at least three letters with your application. Test scores, official transcripts, professional work experience, and extracurricular activities will also affect your outcome. But your letters of recommendation can be deal-breakers. They are especially important when the admissions […]
What Is Conditional Admission in the United States?
WES Advisor |
Are you an international student interested in applying to a university or college in the United States? Do you feel limited by your TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores? Do not let your low test scores stop you from applying! There are “conditional admission” programs available to help international students boost their English language […]
Volunteer Opportunities for Immigrants: 5 Reasons to Get Started
Karolin Givergis and Ruth Demeke |
Volunteering is an attractive idea for immigrants who have just arrived in a new country. There are many benefits for you to enjoy—but in most cases, there are also real responsibilities involved. So before you begin looking for volunteer opportunities, you should consider both the pros and cons of your commitment. For example: Volunteering is […]
Definition of Mentorship: What Is a Mentor and Do You Need One?
Yetunde Oshinkale |
Yetunde Oshinkale is a WES Ambassador who immigrated to the United States from Nigeria. She is now a teaching assistant at Capella University. She received her current position thanks to guidance from a professional mentor who understood her goals. In this blog, she shares some of the advice she learned about how to choose a […]
Updated: Your Indian Degree Questions Answered
WES Advisor |
Many Indian students have questions about how U.S. universities assess their education. As a follow-up to our popular How U.S. Universities Evaluate Your 3-Year Indian Bachelor’s Degree post, we created this article to answer commonly asked questions from our readers. Below, find the answers to commonly asked questions about Indian degrees and credential evaluations. What […]
Preview Your International Degree Today
WES Advisor |
Have you ever wondered what your international credentials are worth? Are you curious about their U.S. or Canadian degree equivalency? We have the perfect solution for you! Check out our free WES Degree Equivalency Tool for a U.S. or Canadian equivalency preview. Why a Preview? When properly evaluated and recognized, your educational credentials can open […]
7 Job Search Tips from a College Career Adviser
Antonnet Botha |
Antonnet Botha is a Senior Training & Events Development Coordinator at WES. In part, she owes her success to the guidance from her college career adviser. Now, she has reached out to the same woman who helped her succeed: Leigh Nicholas, the Career Development Adviser for Hult International Business School. Leigh helped Antonnet find work […]
Immigrant Success Story: How to Find a Job After Graduate School
Antonnet Botha |
Antonnet Botha is a Senior Training & Events Development Coordinator at WES. She traveled from South Africa to the United States to pursue a master’s degree in international business. Upon graduation, she completed Curricular Practical Training (CPT). However, with both a graduate degree and work experience, she did not find it easy to immediately find […]
25 Essential Job Search Tips for Immigrants
WES Advisor |
Are you looking for a job in the United States or Canada? Find all of the job search tips you need to succeed, all in one post. Below, we collected the best advice from our experts and the WES Advisor archives. Whether you are actively looking for a job or just researching your options in […]
5 Tips: Choosing a Health Care Bridging Program in Canada
WES Advisor |
To work in Canada as a licensed health provider, individuals are required to pass a licensing exam. Unfortunately, even if you have already worked as a physician or health care provider in another country, you will still need a new licence to practise in Canada. But there is good news: You do not have to […]
50 Tips for International Students
WES Advisor |
Are you thinking about continuing your education in the United States or Canada? You probably have a lot of questions! Well, we have a lot of answers for you—and they are all one click away. We collected the best advice from our experts and all of the WES Advisor archives to put together the ultimate […]
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