Updated On: 22 January 2025
How to choose the right country for studies after 12th board?
Writing your 12th board exam? Best of luck for a good score first of all! And if you have planned to study abroad after 12th many options are there.
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You can pick USA, Canada, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Germany, UK, Ireland, Malaysia etc. But how to choose the right country for studying abroad! Take these 7 steps & pick the best country for studying.
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Steps to choose the Right Country for Studies after 12th Board
1. Have a long-term vision based on your favorite subject
Keep in mind your best-loved subject & visualize what you will do further. Check out the facilities in various countries- project avenues, internship chances, Post-Study Work Rights etc.- and compare.
For e.g. Computer Engineering & IT students select USA; New Zealand is the top choice for Structural Engineering & Hospitality; Singapore & Canada are picked for Business courses. Also, in some countries (NZ, Australia etc.) you can work for up to 4 years after studies.
2. Budgeting
Have a clear picture of your budget. Choose a country that you can afford easily and which allows you to work part-time. In Singapore, you may work for 16 hours/week, NZ & Australia allow you to work for 20 Hours/week.
You can study WITHOUT paying any Tuition Fee in Germany. Almost FREE!
USA, however, is a bit expensive but students pick it for internships & high rewarding jobs.
3. Explore Scholarships
Research well, talk to the advisors, attend Education Fairs and know about scholarships in various countries. Few US institutions offer scholarships up to $25,000/annum and you may get 100% scholarships in Australian colleges.
Singapore also offers scholarships up to S$ 10000 (INR 5 Lakh approx.).
4. Check Out University Ranking & Reputation
A very important factor if you are looking for quality education. Australia is popular since 7 out of the top 100 Universities in the World are Australian and all NZ universities are ranked amongst the World’s best.
No need to say that the USA & UK are home to many renowned institutions.
5. Get Familiar with Entry Requirements
Looking for a diploma program or a degree? Different entry requirements would be there in different countries. Check for test score requirement (IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, SAT etc.) as well & get prepared.
6. Know the Deadlines
Right now Canada institutions are inviting applications for Sep’19 intake whereas you can apply for April/May/June intakes in New Zealand & Singapore; US Universities have two intakes, Fall (Sep, Oct) and Spring (March, April). Intakes in each country have certain deadlines which would also depend on courses and institutions. Know about them & be prepared with documents.
7. Apply
Now shortlist universities, shoot applications & wait for the offer letter.
Meanwhile, start taking Visa Counselling for the country of your choice.
Also, it is always advised to choose a politically-stable country having a multicultural environment.
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Conclusion
Reach out to SIEC for Application inquiries and assistance.
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