Frequently Asked Questions
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1. The few good colleges and universities in India like IITs, NITs, AIIMS admit less than 10,000 Students. 2. There is a big gap between the best and the rest. Middle and lower universities in India are not well equipped to deliver the desired excellence. 3. There are limited options among carrer choices. Engg. and Med. seems to be the only popular options.
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There are 2 options -
After Std. XII Exams Required : SAT, TOEFL, IELTS
After Graduation Exams Required : GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, IELTS
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After Std XII - 1. In USA (4 yr) a) Public University : 20-35 lacs/yr b) Private University : 40-60 lacs/yr 2. Non USA (3 or 4 yr) a) Public : 10-20 lacs/yr b) Private : 30-50 lacs/yr
After Graduation - 1. In USA (1 or 2 yr) a) Public : 20-35 lacs/yr b) Private : 40-60 lacs/yr 2. Non USA (1 or 2 yr) a) Public :10-20 lacs/yr b) Private : 30-50 lacs/yr Note : Total Cost includes tution + boarding
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The choice of country for studying abroad depends upon -
Language – English or Non-English speaking country
Entrance exam
University ranking
Tuition and living cost
Field of study
Other preferences
But, the most popular countries are -
USA
Canada
UK
Singapore
Dubai
Hong Kong
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Yes, you can prepare for Study Abroad along with your IIT/NEET preperations.
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It depends on the level of degree you are pursuing. A full-time undergraduate degree takes about 3 to 4 years. For the US, it is for 4 years. Whereas a master’s degree takes about 1 to 2 years. However, a Ph.D. or doctoral program takes about 3 to 4 years.
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It depends on the country you are applying to. Most foreign universities will ask you to take an English language test like TOEFL or IELTS to gauge your language proficiency. While applying to a non-English speaking country, check if the course instructions are in English or the native language. But knowing the native language helps you mostly when you are off-campus.
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It depends on the country you plan to study in and the type of visa you get. Most countries and universities allow students to work part-time off-campus for some 20 hrs / week. The best way to find out is to ask your admission manager or programme head by dropping in an email.
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The answer to this question varies from country to country. For example, the UK allows international students to remain for four months after completing the course (for a degree-level course they can stay for 12 months or more). In the US, an F1 student visa holder with STEM OPT can stay for work upto 2-3 years, non STEM can complete up to a year of temporary employment directly related to their major field of study. However, employment must be found within 90 days of the completion of the course. If you have completed at least two years of study in Australia, you may stay back for 18 months to gain work experience.
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A RA / TA / LA is the opportunity provided by the university, for you to act as an assistant to a professor, on a research project or help the professor with classes and assignment. You may enjoy benefits like tuition waiver, paying in-state tuition fees and earning additional money to support your living expenses throughout your education.
