Tag: Degrees & Majors
What Are the Most Popular Majors for International Students in the U.S.?
What you study in school will have a huge influence over the next chapter of your life. Your academic background will guide your career goals and salary potential. After graduation, it might even become a factor of your eligibility to work or reside in the United States. Before you choose your college major, you should […]
How to Pursue STEM Studies in the U.S.
The 20th century saw the splitting of the atom, the decoding of the cell, and the accelerated development of the computer. The scientific innovations of the 21st century will be equally dynamic, as experts harness our capacities in the combined fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). STEM education is being harnessed to address […]
How to Transition from an Associate to a Bachelor’s Degree
In the United States, many students begin their postsecondary education at a community college, and then transfer to a university. Typically, they earn an associate degree in two years and then change schools in order to earn their bachelor’s degree. This allows students to save money, build confidence, complete their general education requirements, and seamlessly […]
Post-Secondary Education Fairs in Ontario
For international students, it can be intimidating to choose a post-secondary institution in Canada. One way to make the process easier is to do your research. Thankfully, this doesn’t have to be a big ordeal. You can simply attend a post-secondary education fair. In this article, we will look at Ontario’s post-secondary education fairs to […]
Updated September Timeline for International Students: Are You on Track?
Fall is upon us. If you recently started a new semester, welcome back to school! Or, if you are gearing up for the admissions cycle, it’s time to start focusing on your priorities. September should be the month when you lay the groundwork for the upcoming application deadline season. See our checklist and tips below […]
How to Get Involved in Social Activities on Campus
College is one of the most important experiences in any individual’s life. During your college years, you discover your passions and interests. You start trying to answer one important question: “What is my purpose in life?” Getting involved in the activities and clubs is a great way to find the answer to this question. It […]
How to Get Into Graduate School in the U.S.
Why did I come to the U.S. for graduate school? Although I have always been passionate about schooling abroad, gaining global exposure, and experiencing new things, I was not well informed about how to study abroad and the prerequisites for doing so. In this blog post, I will talk about my background, why I decided […]
Best Practices for Switching Fields of Study
If you were on an admissions committee, what do you think your expectation would be of a student who majored in a different field than the one they are applying for? What would be your concerns? Sometimes it can be a good thing to change your career focus and put yourself back on the right […]
4 Degree Subjects That Will Help You Start Your Own Business
Where did all the great visionaries and entrepreneurs learn the tricks of the trade? Although some well-known business pioneers were college dropouts (Mark Zuckerberg and Steve Jobs), they are exceptions to the rule. The rest of the world’s great industry leaders, who built their products and started their businesses from the ground up, gained their […]
My Journey to Studying Economics in New York City
I was 16 years old when I left my home country of Iran to study abroad in England. I was enrolled in a two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) program, but after my first year in England, I decided to continue my education in the United States. I arrived in the U.S. when I was 17 […]
Studying in the U.S. as a Science Master’s Student
We recently asked our student ambassador, Anmol Vohra, a few questions about her experience as an international student in the U.S. Read on to get her thoughts on studying in San Francisco, her science master’s program, and more. What made you want to earn your degree in the U.S.? I am currently pursuing my professional […]
6 Things I Learned from Being in a PhD Program
Being in a doctoral program brings its own share of challenges and rewards. Currently, I have completed almost two years in my PhD program. Looking back on my progress, I can proudly say that every challenge I encountered has helped me grow both academically and non-academically. Here are six valuable lessons I learned from being […]