Credential Advice
Find advice and resources to support you as you apply for a credential evaluation and work toward your academic and professional goals.

Relocating from Nigeria to the United States with Your International Education
WES Advisor |
Your educational background will be one of your greatest strengths when relocating from Nigeria to the United States to study or work. If you hold educational credentials from an institution in Nigeria, obtaining a WES credential evaluation will be an invaluable tool when you’re applying for work or admission to an academic program in the […]

Myths and Truths About WES Credential Evaluations
WES Advisor |
Whether you’re a student planning to study abroad or an employer assessing a candidate’s international academic credentials, you might have read or heard some myths about credential evaluations. Continue reading and learn the truth behind a few of these common misconceptions about receiving a credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES). Myth My academic institution […]

How to Apply to a University in Canada as an International Student
Karolin Givergis |
Canada is home to many top universities that offer high-quality education and cutting-edge research opportunities. Studying in Canada also provides international students with access to a wide range of courses and academic programs, along with a diverse and inclusive culture. Like many universities around the world, Canadian universities saw declines in international student enrollment at […]

How to Renew Your ECA Report
WES Advisor |
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires applicants who are pursuing Canadian immigration pathways, especially Express Entry, to submit an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA). You will be asked to submit your ECA report as part of your Express Entry profile. Per IRCC policy, your report must not be more than five years old when you […]

Why You Should Upgrade Your Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) in Canada
WES Advisor |
Did you know that many people often need more than one type of evaluation report? World Education Services (WES) offers several types of credential evaluations. When immigrating to Canada, applicants will need to order an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA). Later, they may need to obtain a WES Course-by-Course (CxC) or Document-by-Document (DxD) evaluation to pursue […]

Benefits of WES International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP)
WES Advisor |
When you order a credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES), you have the option of choosing between two packages: basic or International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP). It can be helpful to know the difference before you begin your application for a WES credential evaluation. This post will explain how ICAP can save you time, […]

How To Apply To A U.S. University as an International Student
WES Advisor |
For many students around the world, the dream of studying in the United States lives on. Higher education in the U.S. is still highly coveted and remains very popular among international students. According to U.S. News and World Report, half of the world’s top universities are in the U.S., and 15 of those rank in the […]

What Is a Course-by-Course Evaluation and When Do I Need One?
WES Advisor |
Did you receive a WES Document-by-Document (DxD) report to support your employment, education, or immigration goals in the United States or Canada? As opportunities arise in your new home country, you could benefit from upgrading your report to a WES Course-by-Course (CxC) evaluation. In this blog post, we will explore a few reasons to consider […]

What Is the Academic Records Request Form?
WES Advisor |
The WES Academic Records Request Form makes it quicker and easier to request your academic documents from the institution where you were educated. It officially authorizes the release of an applicant’s academic records, so that you can use it in person or remotely. This is especially convenient for applicants who no longer live in the […]

Get Started with Your WES (World Education Services) Credential Evaluation
WES Advisor |
If you are considering study or work in the U.S. or Canada, you will most likely need a credential evaluation report. A credential evaluation report from WES provides an accurate and authenticated record of the educational or professional qualifications you earned in other countries, including degrees, diplomas, and transcripts. WES credential evaluation reports help schools, […]

NEW: How to Get Credential Evaluations for Pakistan
WES Advisor |
Prior to 2021, if you studied in Pakistan and wanted to pursue immigration, career, or higher education goals in the United States or Canada, then you might have encountered difficulties with credential recognition. WES wanted to help more Pakistan-educated individuals achieve success in Canada and the U.S. And we’re proud to say that our efforts […]

Answers: Your Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions in 2020
WES Advisor |
We know that applicants have a lot of questions about how the pandemic has affected business operations at WES. In this blog post, we have compiled some of your most frequently asked questions about our credential evaluation process and provided the latest answers. For example, you can learn about current timelines for processing mail, as […]
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