The college interview is a defining moment in your application process. This is your time to let out the personality, passion, and potential beyond your test scores and essays. We, at GetSet, are aware of how students feel while applying to college. We guide you with effective tips and strategies that will surely help you …
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Transitioning to college life is a thrilling yet sometimes overwhelming experience. For many, it’s the first time they’ll be living away from home, meeting new people, and managing their own schedules. While this new chapter offers countless opportunities for personal growth, it can also present challenges that require adjustment. Whether you’re dealing with homesickness, struggling …
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Class 12 students from CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) and ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) boards may find it relatively challenging to study abroad compared to those from international boards like IB (International Baccalaureate) or IGCSE (Cambridge) due to several factors: 1. Curriculum Recognition: International Boards: The IB and IGCSE curricula are globally …
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Q. I have completed my bachelor’s degree (Political Science honours) from Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Degree College. As an active member of MUNs and various debating teams, I wish to spend a few years in the United Nations to help me scale better. How can I avail of the UN vacancies after my course of …
As freshmen planning to study abroad, its wide range of benefits continues to influence the generation. It is indeed a life-changing experience for students to build a global network and enhance their status in their careers. Nevertheless, it offers a good set of challenges with numerous advantages on the table. These become an essential parameter …
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The Covid-19 pandemic has callously jeopardized the academic future of millions of students in the entire world. With ties severely affected, the one who belongs to the legendary passing or graduated batch of the pandemic faces the most uncertainty regarding their dreams of applying to colleges outside India. However, this has not stopped universities abroad …
Every social media user has witnessed the rise of a new form of funding methods on social platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc., and standard website advertisements. All these forms are overlapping, but these alternative fundings suit different individuals as per the requirements. While traditional financing still holds an upper hand over fencing processes, crowdfunding …
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Universities worldwide receive millions of applications from international students alone. So, it’s important to understand what attracts university officials to a specific student’s profile. Which skills set them apart? With the increasingly competitive nature of university admissions as well as post-education employment opportunities, students feel the need to up the ante and upskill their profile …
Today, students are constantly needed to adapt to the current state of the economy and the job market with advancing time. Multitasking being the most desired skill amongst employers, students have thus taken a step ahead by earning academic credit and participating in tailored internships while simultaneously studying abroad. The lack of career readiness in …
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My parents suggest that I should grab an MBA degree once I complete my engineering course next year. But, I am confident enough that my Bachelors’s degree can alone help gain me a handsomely paid job in the future. I don’t see the point of wasting money and energy on another course. Shivam Taneja, Kasauli …
With the CBSE Board announcing the cancellation of the pivotal Grade XII final examinations in a bid to provide relief to students during the pandemic, several State Boards, too, have followed suit. If you’re a candidate for an international degree, you might be stumped as to what this may imply for you. As counselors, we …
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In the global arena of overseas education, Indian students stand second in the field. According to UNESCO, out of 5 million students who travelled abroad for overseas education in 2018, 750,000 were Indian residents. This gradual rise in overseas education in our country results from better job opportunities and quality education worldwide. This decision highly …
Online learning is more than just rolling out of bed and attending class with undone hair andcameras switched off. This type of learning is a different ball game. It is undoubtedly the mostflexible mode that can enhance your critical thinking and technological skills. But, you can onlyreap the benefits when you are as dedicated as …
It is incredible how a piece of paper can be a twister for any hiring. Internships, jobs, co-op training and fieldwork, an effective resume can get you to the best of every field. It is a templated answer to “Why do you deserve the pie?” Academic records, training and co-curricular certification can help students grab …
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Life as an international student is equivalent to an adventurous journey. You meet new people, get exposure to advanced learning methods, and most importantly, get professionally trained to join the workforce. The experience is as overwhelming as the excitement of studying in a different country. However, whilst preparing for all the documentation and other necessary …
So I’m pretty sure that if you’re Indian, then you have been exposed to the Indian system of education at some point in your life. I myself have had to spend 11 years in the ICSE. Not such a pleasant 11 years to be honest, let alone the last 2. Unless you’re lucky enough to …
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Q. I come from a commerce background and have developed an interest in Digital Designing. However, I did not study any credits on visual or media arts. Do I have an option to get enrolled for a degree course in this field? Vikrant Arora, Ludhiana A. Digital Designing is all about creativity without intense computer …
We know that your super excitement has got you here on our page. First of all, congratulations on being accepted to your study abroad program! After all the hurdles, right from the entrance exams to the applications, the never-ending wait for the admits and the nerve-wracking VISA procedure, it is time to bid adieu to …
Over the past few years there has been a surge in interest in IB as a board. The idea of an International Board has come in India, but due to certain unaddressable factors, there still are a lot of doubts and myths regarding this system, especially vis a vis the Indian boards CBSE and ICSE. …
Imagine a world where people marry only based on the number of qualification certificates they hold. You get to choose your partner through an application form, with an insight into only their professional lives. None of you can disclose any extra information, and a wedding is the only door for communication. Insane, right?Examinations too cannot …
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Q. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Now I wish to apply to US universities for higher education. I heard that it is possible to apply for a Ph.D. in the USA soon after an undergraduate degree. As an Indian student with an under-graduation of three years, is it possible for me to get …
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College, being the first step towards a career, is a basic plot in every walk of life. As a high school graduate, probing questions like “Which college?” or “Why this college?” make a constant appearance in the brain, and guidance is the only answer to this. On the other hand, the fast pacing world has …
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