Advice

Key Points 

1. What kinds of universities are there in the US? 
2. How do you apply to study in the US? 
3. Is it possible to transfer credits from a university in my home country to a US university? 

MPOWER Financing has unveiled its latest initiative – the Global Citizens Fund.   

This new scholarship fund is aimed at supporting refugee, DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) and international students seeking educational opportunities in the US and Canada.  

Financial aid is when an institution provides a sum of money to its students to help pay for their time at university. It can cover a rage of things including tuition fees, accommodation, travel costs, books and living costs.

Financial aid is similar to scholarships in that it provides funding for students so that they can study at university. However, financial aid will usually be calculated based on a student’s financial circumstances whereas scholarships are usually awarded to students based on their academic achievements or the subjects they are studying. 

With A-level results day fast approaching in the UK (results are out on 17 August), students will be eager to find out whether they have achieved their first (or second) choice of university.

If students at your school are thinking about applying to university in the US, the first thing they will need to do is make sure they fully understand the system. What does studying at a US university involve? And when should they start thinking about it?  

This guide answers these questions. 

Faced with artificial intelligence (AI), some high school college counsellors simply turn into ostriches – they bury their heads in the sand.

Many educators are choosing to ignore the growing impact of AI in education. But ignoring AI isn’t just ineffective – it is likely be detrimental to you and your students.

What is Ucas extra?

Ucas extra is another feature of the Ucas application process in the UK. If you have used up all five options on your university application and have not received any offers, you still have the opportunity to apply for another university through Ucas extra.

Extra is a free service that allows students to add another university choice to their university application. This service is designed for students who applied through Ucas but did not receive any offers or decided to decline the university place they were offered.

France is a popular choice in Europe for international students, thanks to its extensive range of higher education institutions offering diverse courses. There are more than 100 universities in France and many more private and specialised higher education institutions to choose from, so students have ample options. Studying in French can also provide future job prospects, as it is the second most spoken language globally.

University isn’t cheap – especially as an international student.  

For students moving abroad with foreign currency or those working in cash-based jobs with imminent plans to return home, knowing the ins and outs of exchanging currency may be an important part of their study abroad experience. Without knowing the pitfalls, students can easily be overcharged and left with less to spend while away.  

Here’s a useful guide to help you exchange currency without paying extortionate fees.