For a long time, African students have heavily relied on scholarships to pursue studies abroad. Unfortunately, there aren’t enough scholarships available to meet the enormous demand. The good news is that there’s another funding option for African...
How to Convert Your Grades Into an American GPA
1 - How to Convert Your Grades Using WES iGPA Calculator The WES iGPA calculator is a free tool that enables students from countries outside the United States to convert their grades into a US-style GPA (out of 4.0 scale). You may use the...
Opening Your First Bank Account in the U.S as an International Student
When you arrive in the US for your studies, one of the first things on your to-do list should be opening your first bank account in the US. “Can I use my home country’s bank account while studying in the U.S?” While you may be able to use your home...
College Ave Student Loan Servicing | 8B Lender Review
College Ave is an online lender that specializes in private student loans and their refinancing. It offers undergraduate, graduate, career, and...
Prodigy Finance | 8B Lender Reviews
Prodigy Finance offers private student loans to international students who don't have a cosigner. Only students pursuing graduate degrees in...
Social Finance | 8B Lender Review
Social Finance (SoFi) is a financial organization that offers private student loans and student loan refinancing among other types of loans. Their...
Sallie Mae Private Student Loan | 8B Lender Review
Sallie Mae offers undergraduate, graduate, career training, MBA, medical school, dental school loans, and more. It lends to borrowers who would...
Scholarships for African Students: A Complete Guide
Scholarships for African Students: A Complete Guide If you are thinking of pursuing further studies but you do not have the financial means to do...
FT Investing for Good USA 2019 organized by FT Live, the global events arm of the Financial Times
A growing number of funds and investors are looking to the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a framework for their...