Why You Should Apply for Your PhD Abroad as an African Student
Obtaining a PhD is one of the highest academic goals you can aspire to. If it’s one of your goals, you might be wondering why you should apply for your PhD abroad as an African student. While you can undertake your PhD anywhere in the world, obtaining a PhD is not...
How Do Universities in the U.S Select International Students for Admission?
You’ve applied to several universities in the U.S. You’re anxious as you wait to know if any of your applications were successful. You’re probably wondering “How do universities in the U.S select international students for admission?” The good news is that most...
What Are the Dos and Don’ts of a College Admissions Interview?
As part of the application process, many universities and colleges require applicants to take part in an admissions interview. A college admissions interview allows you to learn about the university, and for the university to learn about you. If you’ve been invited...
Translating Your Diploma and Academic Transcripts into English
When you’re applying to universities abroad, you’ll be required to send in your academic documents—such as your diploma and academic transcripts. But what if your diploma and transcripts are not in English? The good news is that universities will accept your academic...
What GMAT Score Do I Need for Admission to a Good University?
Are you considering pursuing an MBA abroad? If so, registering for GMAT should be at the top of your to-do list. The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is a standardized exam that’s designed for admission to graduate business and management programs globally....
5 Effective Tips for Getting Your Dream Internship
Internships are great for getting your foot in the door in your desired field. An internship plays a key role in equipping college students and recent graduates with hands-on experience that’s necessary for launching a professional career. Some college programs also...
How to Make Your LinkedIn Profile Shine As a Student or Recent Graduate
Did you know that 70-80 percent of jobs are never advertised? That number should tell you one thing: most job vacancies are filled through networking. LinkedIn is one of the best platforms to start networking with the right people and boost your chances of being found...
5 Personal Branding Tips for College Students and Recent Graduates
You are either a recent college graduate or your graduation date is fast approaching. You’ve probably started looking for either an internship or a job to launch your professional career. It's time to start thinking about your personal branding. To land your dream...
Getting the Most Out of Mentorship Experience as a College Student or Recent Graduate
Having mentors to guide you through your as you make crucial decisions is one of the best things you can do during your studies abroad and as you launch your career. Mentors use their wealth of experience to help their mentees anticipate and overcome challenges. They...
The Importance of Having a Mentor for Career Success
Having a mentor is one of the best things you can do for your short-term and long-term career success. Whether you’re in college, beginning your career, or in a senior role, the value of a mentor cannot be overemphasized. Mentors can help you create a career...
What Is an Externship? How Can You Get One?
In college, there’s plenty of focus on finding an internship. However, plenty of students don’t know about externships. You might be wondering, “What is an externship?” and “How can I get an externshp? Well, an externship is a shadowing experience that allows a...
How to Find the Right Mentor for International Studies
You’d like to study abroad. Luckily, there’s plenty of information online on selecting universities, majors, and applying for student visas. However, all that information can be pretty overwhelming. Where, exactly, should you start? This is where a mentor for...
How to Make the Most of Your College’s Career Fair
Are you ready for your college's next career fair? Most colleges organize career fairs for their students to meet recruiters and prospective employers. Typically, each participating company has a table where students can talk with representatives and get information...
How to Create a Career Development Plan as a Recent College Graduate
Your graduation date is approaching or you’ve just graduated from college. You’ve probably started the search for your first job to launch your professional career. But you might have skipped an important step in the process—creating a career development plan. A...
The Challenges of Studying Abroad
Although studying abroad is an exciting experience, you must be prepared to face some challenges as well. In this article, we will discuss some of the most common challenges that African students face when studying abroad. #1 Language Barriers Language difference is...
Mentor Perspectives: Dancan Onyango, Part 3
Lesson 5: Do not allow the undue influence of others to override your ambitions. In my final year of graduate school, I struggled to decide which one among the many areas of specialization would be a good fit. I wanted to study finance, and I enthusiastically shared...
Mentor Perspectives: Dancan Onyango, Part 2
Lesson 1: You Cannot Be What You Cannot See I got my first glimpse into mentoring while I was a graduate student at Babson. The college’s faculty did an incredible job at matching students with mentors in their desired career paths. I primarily joined the mentoring...
Online Degree vs Traditional Degree Programs
Are you wondering if you should go for an online or traditional degree program? With the rise of the internet in the last few decades, learning is no longer confined to physical spaces. Today, students can study and attain a degree qualification from the comfort of...
3 Places to Find Samples of College Admission Essays
College admission essays are one of the most important items in a college application. Whether you are applying for an undergraduate degree program or a postgraduate level program, you will be required to write at least one essay or more on a given topic. To write...
Mentor Perspectives: Dancan Onyango, Part 1
My name is Dancan Onyango and I’m Kenyan by birth. I recently moved to California after spending over 3 years in the Greater Boston area. I am part of Gilead’s CFO MBA Development Rotation where I have begun my first one-year assignment. My final year in Boston had...
Pros and Cons of Working While in School
From the office to the classroom, from writing marketing reports or flipping burgers to writing class—this is what college experience means when you choose to start working while in school. Today, many students—whether traditional or nontraditional adult learners—are...
10 Top Questions to Ask Your Study Abroad Advisor
Studying abroad is a worthwhile lifetime investment—it provides you with a wide variety of career choices, gives you access to world-class facilities for study, exposes you to different cultures, and helps you learn new languages. However, there are some hurdles you...
How Do Universities Abroad Receive Academic Transcripts?
When you’re applying to colleges and universities abroad, you’ll have to submit your academic transcripts. Academic transcripts are mandatory application documents and failure to submit them will automatically get your application dismissed. Let’s explore a few things...
Who Should Write My Recommendation Letter for College Application?
Many universities abroad require international students to include recommendation letters in their applications. A recommendation letter offers college admission boards more insight into the kind of student you are – presenting your character, achievements,...