STUDENT SERVICES
Applying to International Universities can be a daunting process, especially if you are considering to apply to more than one country. Competition increases every year and universities do not only expect you to achieve top grades, but to also indulge in extra-curricular achievements. Along with application process, comes essay writing, interview preparation, scholarship process, visa application and much more. For this reason, our counselors are extremely well versed with all procedures and we’re here to make your life simpler! Take a look at all the services we provide below.
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Futures Abroad Student Services
CAREER GUIDANCE ASSESSMENT
Futures Abroad offers a broad range of career guidance assessments covering all ages to help individuals make better decisions about their future career. Whether starting in secondary school or at the stage of choosing courses in school or selecting a program in university we have a test suitable for you.
Each report provides a comprehensive evaluation of your skills and abilities to help you understand your strengths and potential growth areas. Program choices as per your aptitude and strengths are indicated in the report and ranked in order of priority. The top three career streams are explored in greater detail further highlighting your talent strengths and Type indicator.
PERSONALIZED COUNSELING
We work with each student independently keeping in mind your individual profile. We first understand your profile and provide you guidance keeping in mind your career choices and goals. We create a personal development plan for you to help you achieve your goals. We work closely with you assist you in developing your profile and prepare you for achieving your future objectives
BUILDING YOUR STUDENT PROFILE
Top universities focus on your extra-curricular achievements. Its important to show Achievement, Leadership, Commitment in what ever you chose to pursue. Based on what you have pursued in the past we help you plan the activities, internships, Summers and community work to help you build a strong profile. After academics your overall profile is extremely important and is reviewed carefully by universities. This exercise starts from Grade 8 or sooner. This is something you cannot achieve in you final year of high school.
ASSISTANCE IN BUILDING A QUALITY APPLICATION
The application process can be daunting. We guide you every step of the way in making a successful application. Once we have shortlisted the universities together we start sending you information about the applications, deadlines, documents to be submitted, format of the documents required to be submitted, reference letters, essays, cover letter, scholarship deadlines etc… We work together in completing the applications and there after communicating with the institutions on your behalf.
SHORTLISTING UNIVERSITIES
There is only one University, which is the perfect fit for each of us. Working closely with you and the Universities helps us guide you in the options that work best for you. There are large universities and smaller ones, there are private and public funded universities, there are polytechnics and colleges to choose from. We work closely with you and help you make the right decision. If you are visiting USA or Canada before your application deadlines we will be happy to plan campus tours for you to come and visit the universities and get a feel of the campus environment.
UNIVERSITY PLACEMENTS
University admissions can be a daunting process, especially if you are considering multiple countries. Now-a-days universities are not looking at only grades. Besides grades they are also looking at your overall profile. We offer a personalised package catering to each student’s need. Our students go through personalised assessment so we can understand the profile and the services which will be beneficial for you. A service package is then designed to cater to your needs.
SCHOLARSHIPS GUIDANCE
A limited number of scholarships are available now for students applying from countries outside of Canada and USA. We provide complete information about the scholarships that exist and other financial resources and/ assistance available for students. Shortlisting the scholarships you may be eligible for is key and most of these scholarships have a deadline to apply which is usually a year ahead of the application deadline. Starting the process early is important and also building a quality scholarship application is key. There are also resources available in your home country, which can give you funding if you have a financial need. It is important to explore those resources as well. Once we have identified the resources available at our disposal we work together and build a strong application to access those resources.
ASSISTANCE WITH VISA APPLICATIONS
All international students planning to study abroad for at least six months require a study permit. This is the official document issued by the respective governments that allow them to study in their country. Programs of under six months duration do not require a study permit.
We have lawyers who are specialised in visa counseling for various countries and are well versed with the immigration laws of the countries across the globe. We help you prepare a strong file and assist you in the paperwork and provide guidelines in collecting the same
PRE-DEPARTURE BRIEFINGS
Our team will organize a get together with all the students in your city and country giving you all the important information you need to travel and meet with other students going to the same university. We will provide you with list of things to carry, documents to bring with you etc. We try our best to make this transition as smooth as possible for you.
ACCOMMODATION ARRANGEMENTS
Living comfortably is the most important part of your educational experience. We will guide you with different types of accommodations that suit your needs and budget. We do advice you staying on campus during your first year of university and opting for off campus accommodation in your second or third year. Most North American universities guarantee on campus housing for international students. You have to complete the residence application and provide information on any special needs or dietary restrictions you may have. It is important to inform the university officials of any such needs so that they can assign an appropriate roommate based on your needs. If you want to live off campus we will assist you in finding the appropriate accommodation closest to the campus based on your needs.
