How to apply for universities abroad

Know where you want to go? Get step-by-step advice on your university application.

How to choose a university to study abroad

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How to really choose a university to study abroad

While rankings are a great starting point, they shouldn’t be the only resource you use to find a university, writes international student Anas Reza. Instead students should be thinking about best fit and if they will be able to afford the cost of living in their new city

Anas Reza

July 29 2026

University applications

Changes to the 2026 Ucas personal statement

For the 2026 UK university application cycle, the Ucas personal statement will take a different format. Find out about the changes and how to fill out the new Ucas form

Seeta Bhardwa

September 16 2025

How international exams and competitions help you stand out in college admissions

If you are looking for a way to boost your college application consider applying to international competitions to show your initiative and dedication to a subject 

Nickeisha Thomas

June 10 2025

Five mistakes to avoid while applying to universities abroad

Four years ago, when I started applying to universities abroad, it was overwhelming and exciting. But now, looking back at my journey, I realise the avoidable mistakes I made at that time. I am sharing them here so you can avoid the same pitfalls

Guru H

January 9 2025

What are reverse admissions?

When applying to university, most students will do the bulk of the work by researching and applying to multiple universities. But what if there was a way to get universities to do most of the work?

Yein Oh

September 6 2024

How to prepare for a university interview

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10 common college interview questions (and how to answer them)

How do you prepare for a university interview? What questions will you be asked in a college interview? Ensure that you are ready to answer these 10 common university interview questions with this helpful guide to preparing for an interview at university

Seeta Bhardwa

November 17 2025

Tips for answering Oxford interview questions

The University of Oxford interviews are coming up very soon and here are some tips on preparing. And even if you aren't interviewing for Oxford, these are tips you can use for any university interview questions. 

November 28 2024

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How to make a good first impression at your university interview

Just like on a first date, or a Valentine’s Day date, you should make a good first impression during your university interview to start you off in a strong position. Here are our tops tips to make a great first impression

Grace McCabe

February 13 2023

How to prepare for an MBA interview, according to admissions experts

What questions will you be asked in an MBA interview? What are business schools looking for in their MBA applicants? Check out these expert tips on how to prepare for your MBA interview

February 21 2022

English language requirements and tests for university

More information on English language tests

More English language tests to be accepted for SDS applications

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada will accept PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT tests in SDS applications from 10 August 2023

Seeta Bhardwa

May 31 2023

The TOEFL iBT is changing. What does that mean for you?

The TOEFL iBT test is getting shorter and some sections have been streamlined to make it easier for students 

Kara McWilliams

April 26 2023

Five ways to master British slang as an international student

Struggling with British words, phrases and accents? Check out these five tips to help international students understand the different phrases spoken in the UK

Joy Hunter

February 4 2022

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Students will soon be able to take their IELTS tests at home

From early 2022, the IELTS Online will allow students more flexibility in where they take their English language test 

Seeta Bhardwa

October 5 2021

How to get a student visa to study abroad

More information on student visas

Everything international students need to know about UK student visas

How much does it cost to apply for a UK student visa? Can I work on a UK student visa? Can bring family on a UK student visa? Find the answers to all these questions and more in this guide to UK student visas

May 21 2026

How to navigate the US student visa process

There have been many changes to the way student visas for the US are being processed. If you are planning to apply to university in the US here is some advice on how to navigate the visa application process

Augusto Neto, Seeta Bhardwa

June 5 2025

What to do if your student visa application is rejected

Why was my student visa rejected? Can I appeal my visa result? Your guide to dealing with student visa refusals for the UK, Australia, Canada and the US

Joy Hunter

June 5 2025

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A guide to post-study work visas in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, Germany and New Zealand

This guide to post-study work visas or graduate visas in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Germany will help you understand how long you can stay after graduation, the costs and application processes

Seeta Bhardwa

July 2 2026

How to apply for universities abroad

Know where you want to go? Get step-by-step advice on your university application.

How to choose a university to study abroad

How to really choose a university to study abroad

A guide to university rankings for international students

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How to use the World University Rankings: frequently asked questions

University applications

Changes to the 2026 Ucas personal statement

How international exams and competitions help you stand out in college admissions

Five mistakes to avoid while applying to universities abroad

What are reverse admissions?

How to prepare for a university interview

10 common college interview questions (and how to answer them)

Tips for answering Oxford interview questions

How to make a good first impression at your university interview

How to prepare for an MBA interview, according to admissions experts

English language requirements and tests for university

More English language tests to be accepted for SDS applications

The TOEFL iBT is changing. What does that mean for you?

Five ways to master British slang as an international student

Students will soon be able to take their IELTS tests at home

How to get a student visa to study abroad

Everything international students need to know about UK student visas

How to navigate the US student visa process

What to do if your student visa application is rejected

A guide to post-study work visas in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, Germany and New Zealand

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