 Q.
What is the transfer student concept?
A. A transfer option is to complete at least 2
years of the Bachelors / Diploma program in any country
and then apply for a transfer to the University that a
student wants to attend in USA. The years waived off in
your transfer status will depend on the courses covered in
India and the grades for the same. It is rare that one can
get exact transfer of credits.
Q. Should I apply only to Top Ten Universities?
A. The acceptance ratio of top ten Universities is
only 1% - 4%. Therefore, in order to improve your chances
of admission, you should also apply to other Universities
that offer good programs. Also the entry requirements are
extremely stringent for such institutions. One must always
remember that Ranking can be world wide, region based and
even subject based. If one is looking for a ranked
university, search should be subject based.
Q. I have completed 15 years of education in India. Can
I get admission for MBA directly in USA?
A. Most American Universities require 16 years of
education for admission into an MBA or any other Graduate
program. It is therefore advisable to complete M.Com /
M.A. or at least one year of any Masers Degree before
talking admission in an American University. Some top
ranked Universities can take you with 15yrs. of education
with 2-3 years of relevant work experience. Edwise however
has a list of those institutions that would enroll
students after 15 years of education directly.
Q. Can I get Financial assistance?
A. Yes definitely, but getting financial assistance in
the first semester is extremely competitive and you need
to have an extremely good academics and test score to be
qualified. There are number of good cases where we helped
students to secure full financial assistants. If you have
an outstanding academic background and test scores, Edwise
Counselors will try their best to get you financial aid.
Q. What about shifting school once I get there?
A. Once you are in the US, you are governed by the
USCIS rule. According to this rule, you cannot change the
school before completing one semester at the school. It is
advisable that you make your choice carefully to avoid
problems at a letter date.
Q. Is only TOEFL applicable for USA, can a student also
take IELTS?
A. Yes, a student can take IELTS instead of TOEFL. As
1500 Universities have started accepting IELTS. these
universities being the top ones.
Q. What is the ideal time to start applying to
Universities, and what are the different start dates?
A. Generally, the students need to apply for USA one
year in advance. This specifically would be an advantage
to those students looking out for scholarships. Most
commonly available start dates are in the Fall Session
(August/September) and the Spring session (January/
February).
Q. Can I work while studying?
A. Students are allowed at work 20 hours a week
on-campus during the term and full-time during the
vacation period. |
