Exploring Veterinary Medicine in the UK: What You Need to Know

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Veterinary medicine is a medical science branch that deals with animal healthcare, husbandry and breeding. It also supports human healthcare by monitoring and controlling zoonotic diseases transmitted from animals to humans and food safety when it comes to the consumption of animals. Those who study veterinary medicine often collaborate with epidemiologists and other health or […]

The UK UCAS: How to Shortlist Undergraduate Universities

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The UK has more than 380 universities and colleges that offer full-time undergraduate courses. But the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), a centralised admission and application service, lets you apply only to five colleges for your undergraduate degree. How do you shortlist your universities on the UK UCAS platform?  Here’s how to shortlist undergraduate […]

The UK UCAS Undergraduate Admissions: An Ultimate Guide

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If you’ve decided to study in the UK and are wondering how to apply to universities there, rest assured that the process is more straightforward than you think. But you need to be well-versed with UK’s UCAS system. In essence, it is the interface between students wanting to pursue a course of their choice in the […]

How to Apply to UK Universities as an International Student

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If you’re wondering how to apply to UK universities as an international student, the application process is pretty straightforward. You will have to submit your applications through the UCAS  website, which serves as a centralised platform to apply to universities in the UK. Although the holy trinity of predicted grades, a letter of recommendation, and […]

What Admissions Officers Want: 6 Things Beyond GRE/GMAT Scores

Think your GRE/GMAT scores are the only things that matter in your postgraduate application? Well, think again. After helping thousands of applicants secure admission to some of the world’s most prestigious graduate schools and master’s programmes, I assure you that admissions officers are looking for more. While academic credentials are undoubtedly the most crucial factor […]

Nuances of How to Apply to Undergraduate US Universities

As leading undergraduate consultants who constantly study international education trends, we know that the popularity of undergraduate courses in the US is constantly growing. The academic year of 2021-22 has seen nearly two lakh Indian students enroll in US universities, which marks a 19 percent increase over the previous year. Between May and August 2022, […]

US Undergraduate Scholarships: What International Students Should Know

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Deciding which US university to attend involves several factors, including location, course, faculty, extracurricular activities and most importantly, cost. College education in the US comes with a sizable price tag. According to U.S. News, in 2022-23, the average out-of-state tuition fee at public, four-year institutions was $22,953 and $39,753 at private, non-profit four-year institutions. Due […]

A Guide to Creating the Ultimate US University List

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Should you apply to large public colleges or small private ones? Do college rankings matter? Will a selected institution let you reach your full potential? These questions come to mind while applying for undergraduate studies in the US. The first task of the application process involves creating a university list of 40 colleges from a […]

Study Abroad at an Undergraduate University: A 3-Part Guide

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As leading undergraduate consultants who work with hundreds of applicants that eventually study abroad, we know that transitioning from high school to an international university is both daunting and exciting. Not only must you get used to your new-found independence and live without family, but you must also acclimatise to a culturally different environment and […]

9 Compelling Reasons Why Students Apply to Study in the UK

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History, Harry Potter-like scenery, unbridled humour, football and the birthplace of cricket—the UK has a powerful pull. But apart from all its glory, the country has been the cornerstone of higher education for centuries. Its distinguished faculties, unparalleled research opportunities and excellent teaching methodologies contribute towards a stellar undergraduate experience. Here are nine reasons to […]