Educational News - Visa 2018

Thanks To Visa Extension, UAE Hopes To Attract More International Students

June 8, 2018

The Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) expects many universities to set up campuses after the new visa policy goes into effect later this year, according to an article in The Khaleej Times. Let's take a closer look at what this means for international students in the UAE.

New Zealand Welcomes More Indian International Students

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May 31, 2018

Good news for Indian students in New Zealand: more initiatives are coming your way! Let's take a closer look at the uptick in Indian students at New Zealand universities.

H-1B Visa News

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May 28, 2018

The H-1B visa, the employment-based non-immigrant visa for temporary workers for specialty occupations, has faced multiple hurdles under the Trump administration. Let's take a closer look at some updates.

UK Launches New Scheme to Make Student Visas Easier for Grads

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January 10, 2018

The UK government launched year two of a pilot designed to make the visa process easier for international students seeking graduate degrees. Let’s take a closer look.

More Internationals Choosing to Study -- and Stay -- in the Netherland

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December 6, 2017

Not only are more students from around the world choosing the Netherlands for their international study destinations, and not just because Christmas starts early with a visit from Sinterklaas on 6 December. Many international students are opting to remain after their study programs are completed, a...

Fears Ease Up Over Impact of Trump Travel Ban on International Studies

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July 6, 2017

When the Trump administration’s travel ban was first announced, it sent shockwaves of concern through the international studies community. Following a revision of the ban which went into effect last week, experts say international students have less reason for alarm.

Residency Applications Changing for Grad Students in Canada

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December 13, 2016

Canada’s graduate international students who succeed economically in Canada do not currently have an easy path to Canadian residency. A new process, to be released in the coming months, will change that. Let’s take a closer look.

Despite Brexit, Funding for EU Students in the UK Will Remain the Same in 2017

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November 18, 2016

Despite Brexit, the British government recently announced that EU students planning to study in the UK in 2o17 will pay the same fees as domestic students, and will have access to the same loans and grants. Learn more.

Finland’s International Students Choosing to Stay and Work Post-Graduation

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September 2, 2016

While it’s natural to assume that most international students head back home after completing their coursework abroad, data from Finland tell a very different story. In fact, more than half of international students were still working in Finland a year after graduation, according to a recent r...

Canada Wants International Students to Stick Around

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August 30, 2016

While many students seek out international study opportunities in Canada, few stay after graduation due to immigration obstacles. According to a recent announcement from Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship John McCallum, this situation is subject to change in the near ...

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Five Fields of Study to Help Refugees and Asylum Seekers

June 20, 2018

It's World Refugee Day. Held every year on June 20, today is a day to "commemorate the strength, courage and perseverance of millions of refugees." Ac...

Four Reasons Why African Students Should Get a Master's Degree

June 18, 2018

So you’ve completed all of your coursework, donned a graduation cap and gown, twisted the honoured tassel, and crossed the stage to claim your well-...

6 Study Abroad Destinations for World Cup Enthusiasts

June 14, 2018

Soccer - or football is at is commonly known outside of the US - starts at the 2018 World Cup championship in Russia today, June 14. Where should you ...