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Study Abroad Expert - Answered on Mar 14, 2023

Sushil Sukhwani is the founding director of the overseas education consultant firm, Edwise International. He has 31 years of experience in counselling students who have opted to study abroad in various countries, including the UK, USA, Canada and Australia. He is part of the board of directors at the American International Recruitment Council and an honorary committee member of the Australian Alumni Association. Sukhwani is an MBA graduate from Bond University, Australia. ... more
Mrinal Question by Mrinal on Mar 10, 2023Hindi
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Sir, my daughter, a IT B Tech student keen to pursuing MS in CS from US is facing some financial difficulties. How can she chooses colleges providing good scholarship/organisations providing financial assistance to students studying abroad/study loan etc. Pl advise.

Ans: Hello Mrinal,

To begin with, your daughter’s academic standing can be used to identify which universities would be the best fit for her. Priority deadlines are something to look out for at top USA colleges. During this period, applicants are automatically assessed for scholarships based on their comprehensive profile, which takes into account elements like community service, extracurricular activities, leadership experience, and personal statements.

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Hi. My daughter is in class 8th. She has dream to study in foreign top university( top10). She is interested in finance and also in maths. She is very much looking for doing efforts to get scholarship. I am a simple and small earning person. Pls help and guide so that she can get and acheive her dream
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First and foremost, thank you for contacting us. It's encouraging to learn that your daughter has high ambitions. Indeed, pursuing a higher education at a prestigious overseas university is a difficult but worthwhile road. While the road ahead may not be simple, there are various steps you and your daughter may take to improve her prospects of admission to a prestigious university and receiving a scholarship. To assist her in realizing her dream, consider the following advice:

1. Academic Prowess: Encourage your daughter to put her education first and aim for academic achievement. Maintaining strong scores in finance and mathematics will improve her prospects of admission to a prestigious university.

2. Determine Target Universities: Conduct research to find the top colleges with robust finance and mathematics programs. Shortlist colleges that fit your daughter's goals and offer scholarships to international students.

3. Prepare for Standardized Tests: Standardized exams like the SAT or ACT are required by several universities. By offering her study materials, mock exams, and, if it's possible, enrolling her in test preparation classes, assist your daughter in preparing for these exams.

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6. Essay/Personal Statement: Assist your daughter in writing a strong personal statement or essay for her college application that demonstrates her drive, enthusiasm, and future objectives. Underline her distinct experiences, the difficulties she has faced, and how studying abroad fits with her goals.

7. LoRs: Help your daughter establish solid connections with the community leaders, mentors, and instructors who can write recommendation letters for her. Her accomplishments, talents, and potential for success in higher education should be highlighted in these letters.

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The route to studying abroad and obtaining scholarships might be difficult, but with perseverance, diligence, and the right support, your daughter can fulfil her ambitions. Journeying forward, motivate her to persevere, stay committed, and accept possibilities for improvement. Best wishes on your daughter's academic career!

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Hi, my daughter is a 2023 BE computer science passout. She couldn't get placed, hasn't got job since 1 year. She is hesitant to go abroad, due to recession. Mtech/MS in India at PES or manipal is her last resort. To Take loan ,go abroad?What would be better a choice?
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Thank you for reaching out to us. Making the decision to go for further studies involves several considerations that could impact your daughter’s academic future. Here is what you can do:
1. Start by shortlisting the countries. Research the specific skills required.
2. Understand your daughter’s long-term goals. Understand if she wishes to work for specific roles or industries.
3. Compare the curriculum, faculty expertise, research facilities, and industry connections of the program she is considering.
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