This document provides information about the study abroad application process. It discusses researching programs, taking standardized tests, drafting application materials like statements of purpose, and submitting a complete application package. The timeline for applications is 10-12 months in advance. University rankings can help in choosing a graduate program based on factors like research performance, reputation, and faculty. The steps to apply include filling out the online application, arranging finances, and obtaining an I-20 form and student visa. Being prepared is key to successful study abroad.

1. READ IT. PASS ON
STUDY ABROAD PROCESS
SEQUENCE

2. 1. KNOW ABOUT APPLICATION
PROCESS

3.  Do extensive research
 Select the best institutions
 Take English language
proficiency Test
 Keep Application Fee
Ready
 Submit the complete
admission form with
supporting document
HOW TO APPLY?

4. STANDARDIZED TESTS
 Signing up for the
entrance tests
 TOEFL, IELTS and GRE
 Report to the universities
 Essays and SOP drafted
 Apply to Scholarship
 Provide a copy of your
Resume

5.  Students verify the
authenticity of their
documents
 Prepare SOP,
Recommendation letters
ready at time application
 admission officer will
examine your credentials
PROFILE EVALUATION

6.  Profile evaluated based
 professional &
Academic records,
 standardized test scores
 SOP,
 recommendation letters
 extra-curricular
activities
PROFILE EVALUATION

7.  The early the better
 Apply 10-12 months
before
 Allow enough time to
equip yourselves
 Technical know-how
steps taking to pursue a
Foreign degree
WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME
TO START PREPARING?

8.  Colleges either follow a
semester or quarter system
 Deadline for applications
varies universities by
Universities
 Top ranked universities- Keep
9-12 months deadlines
 Average universities wind up
in 8-10 months
APPLYING AT TIME OF SPRING/
FALL

9.  Period starts from Jan to mid of
May
 Must send applications by the end
of April of the start of year.
 Avail scholarship programs
 A, A+, A-B, B+ or C+ Grade
universities deadlines extending
till July/ August
 C & D categories keep their doors
open till the month of October
SPRING SEMESTER

10.  Begins from mid-Aug and
extends till Dec
 A, A+ Universities apply by
Nov/ Dec of the preceding
year.
 B, B+ or C+ universities
extend till Feb/ March
 C and D grade universities
extend till the month of July
FALL SEMESTER

11. Some of the indicators of
these ranking which can
be a deciding factor for the
students to make their
choice are listed below:
2. HOW CAN UNIVERSITY RANKINGS
HELP YOU PICK UP YOUR GRAD
SCHOOL?

12.  The research
performance:
 The academic
reputation:
 Understanding the
faculty student’s ratio:
 Academic peer review:
 The international
factor:

13.  Verbal Reasoning:
 Quantitative
Reasoning:
 Analytical Writing:
3. GRE REVISED TEST INFORMATION

14. 1. List of Documents required
applying to US Universities
2. GRE Score reporting:
3. TOEFL score reporting:
4. Statement of Purpose/Resume:
5. Scan all your documents:
6. Letters of Recommendations:
7. Transcripts:
8. Financial documents to be sent
with applications:
4. STEP IN APPLYING TO
UNIVERSITIES IS TO FILL THE ONLINE
APPLICATION

15.  Carry out a thorough
research
 Complete the
paperwork
 Arrange the Finances
 Make travel
arrangements
 Pack in essentials
5. THINGS TO PLAN IN ADVANCE FOR
YOUR FOREIGN STUDIES

16. What is meant by an I-20 form?
 A I-20 form is a must for a student to be
eligible for the F-1 Student status
 Form I-20 is required to obtain F-1
student Visa
 It certifies that you are/ will be a
bonafide student.
 You have proven to your chosen
college that you have sufficient funds to
undertake a study in the USA
 Look at an I-20 as the first step in your
student visa application process
6. I-20 APPLICATION

17. How do students get the I-20 Form?
 To demonstrate that you have
sufficient funds to pay for your
course & accommodation
 Copy of your passport
 Financial Statement
 The processing time for I-20-
Anywhere between 2 weeks to 2
months or more
I-20 APPLICATION

18.  Student visa
interview
appointment
 Must apply for F1
student visa 120 days
 days before the date
of enrolment
mentioned in the I-20
form
7. AFTER GETTING I-20, STUDENT MUST
DO THE FOLLOWING

19. Visa Requirements:
 Study every detail of the visa requirement
 Intend to study, apply for a nonimmigrant
student visa
 Documents Required to apply for a visa
 Proof of your confirmed admission
 Look for Medical Forms, Document, &
Insurance Coverage
8. KNOW ABOUT VISA & IMMIGRATION

20. ALL SET TO GO

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