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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 […]
The International Student’s Guide to Moving to the United States: Funding and Visas
Nova Credit |
If you are considering moving to the U.S. to study, you have probably learned how complex the process can be! We are here to help with a three-part guide to make your move as seamless as possible. Below is the first part in our guide. It discusses ways to pay for school and life […]
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, […]
H-1B Regulatory Requirements and Updates
Lucy Cheung |
Many international students and scholars in the U.S. hope to find employment in the U.S. that will allow them to gain the skills needed to secure permanent work. For most graduates, the H-1B non-immigrant visa category is a natural progression after Optional Practical Training (OPT) or employment as a contractor. This is because many international […]
An Open Door: How the WES Gateway Program Helped a Teacher Transition from Caracas to Colorado
WES Advisor |
Born and educated in Venezuela, Eduardo Verna Orenes always felt a calling to become a teacher. “I believe we can make a difference in this world via education,” he says. “With education we can promote future leaders that can generate sustainable solutions for today and tomorrow.” After earning a bachelor’s degree in education, Eduardo spent […]
Immigrant Success Stories: Mohammad and Bayan
Wilma Lee |
World Education Services (WES) believes in the power of storytelling and shared resources. In 2019, we reached out to immigrants across North America. We asked about their reasons for leaving home, their challenges along the way, and the advice they would like to share with other newcomers. In this new blog series, we are now […]
Immigrant Success Stories: Hannah Chung
Wilma Lee |
World Education Services (WES) believes in the power of storytelling and shared resources. In 2019, we reached out to immigrants across North America. We asked about their reasons for leaving home, their challenges along the way, and the advice they would like to share with other newcomers. In this new blog series, we are now […]
Immigrant Success Stories: Srdjan “Serge” Simic
Wilma Lee |
World Education Services (WES) believes in the power of storytelling and shared resources. In 2019, we reached out to immigrants across North America. We asked about their reasons for leaving home, their challenges along the way, and the advice they would like to share with other newcomers. In this new blog series, we are now […]
Immigrant Success Stories: Maria Fontanal
Wilma Lee |
World Education Services (WES) believes in the power of storytelling and shared resources. In 2019, we reached out to immigrants across North America. We asked about their reasons for leaving home, their challenges along the way, and the advice they would like to share with other newcomers. In this new blog series, we are now […]
Why Is This a Good Time to Pursue Higher Education in Canada?
Kaitlin Ramby |
Canada is a popular place for international students to pursue higher education, whether they’re studying abroad to gain experience and credentials or completing an entire degree program. In this post, we go into detail and discuss the many reasons why Canada is popular with international students pursuing undergraduate and graduate credentials. Skip Ahead Get a […]
Why Is This a Good Time to Pursue Higher Education in the United States?
Kaitlin Ramby |
Each year, individuals from all over the world travel to the United States to earn academic credentials, attain degrees, and graduate from renowned universities. Some people are attracted to the campus culture of American schools, while others are interested in the cachet of attending specific programs that are globally respected in their prospective career field. […]
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