By seeta.bhardwa@…, 10 June, 2025

As a former admissions counsellor who reviewed applications at the university level and as a university and careers counsellor guiding students internationally, I’ve seen firsthand what makes an applicant stand out. 

In today’s admissions landscape, students need to find ways to distinguish themselves outside of GPA and standardised test scores.

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 5 June, 2025

As global conditions evolve, so too do the processes and policies governing international student mobility. 

Recently there has been a spate of changes and announcements regarding applications for US international student visas. One current development impacting students seeking to study in the United States is the temporary freezing of student visa appointments at US consular missions around the world. 

By Joy.Hunter@tim…, 5 June, 2025

If your student visa application gets refused, it’s natural to feel disappointed or stressed about the outcome.

Remember that you are not the first international student to have their visa application rejected, and a range of support is available.

See below for our guide on what to do after having a student visa application refused, including why it may have been rejected and whether you can appeal your result.