BENEFIT OF STUDYING ABROAD
Personal Growth: Studying abroad can help you develop independence, adaptability, and cross-cultural communication skills. If you are looking to challenge yourself and broaden your horizons, studying abroad could be a great option.
Language Skills: If you are interested in learning a new language or improving your language skills, studying abroad in a country where that language is spoken can be very beneficial.
Financial Considerations: Evaluate the cost of studying abroad and whether it fits within your budget. Explore scholarships, grants, and financial aid options that may help offset the expenses. Duration: Consider how long you want to study abroad for.
Programs can range from a few weeks to a full academic year. Choose a duration that aligns with your academic and personal goals. Cultural Experience: Studying abroad provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture. Consider whether you are open to experiencing new ways of life, food, traditions, and perspectives. Career Goals: Think about how studying abroad may benefit your future career prospects. International experience and cross-cultural skills are often valued by employers.
Logistics: Consider practical aspects such as visa requirements, housing options, healthcare, and safety in the country where you plan to study. Ultimately, the decision to study abroad is a personal one. It’s important to weigh the pros and cons, consider your goals and preferences, and conduct thorough research on available programs and destinations. If you decide to study abroad, it can be a rewarding and enriching experience that will likely stay with you for the rest of your life.
I am an American who studied abroad for a year in Seoul, South Korea at Kyung Hee University during what was supposed to be my senior year of college, from Fall 2011 until Summer 2012. This was my first experience abroad. I have social anxiety as well, and I used to have issues about doing things (i.e., grocery shopping, going to a doctor’s appointment, signing up for classes) alone, however, the one thing studying abroad taught me was independence, and loads of survival techniques, especially when I wasn’t proficient in the language of the country (Korean). If you, like me, have trouble doing daily tasks alone, make friends. As a foreigner in a new place, this is usually SO much easier than at home, mostly because you have New Kid allure. Here are some ways to do so: 1. Join the international club at your host university. This was easy for me, as all of the international students were automatically considered members. They will usually have events where everyone is invited to come along, and these are great opportunities to make some friends and become acquainted to other people who share the same experience of being abroad. This will also help broaden your outlook on life, as usually the international club is filled with, well, people from a variety of nations.
2. If you’re doing an exchange program through your current university, ask the international coordinator to put you in contact with some students who have already gone to the university where you are planning to go. ask about formatting of research papers, and ask to see the essays and things they’ve handed in and whatnot– different countries, even if they use English, have different formatting techniques.
This is a GREAT thing to be familiar with before you get there.
3. If you’re doing an exchange program NOT through your university, and instead are doing a direct study, you can still contact the international coordinator at the university where you plan to go and ask to be put in contact with other people from your country of origin who have done the same. Again, this has the same benefits as #2. You can ask the same questions that you would ask the person in #2. The ONLY reason I say “someone from your country of origin” is that there might be some culture shock issues that someone from other countries might not find any issue with at all. (For example,
3 days after the semester started, I went out to a pub with my American friend and we ordered just alcohol. People stared at us like we were alcoholics. Any time I meet an American who is going to Korea, I am sure to give them a heads-up about those kinds of tiny, relatively insignificant things that I would be up all night cringing about because of how awkward I felt when it happened.)
4. Meet some people from the country where you will be going through: mutual friends, international clubs, Facebook, Quora, etc. before you go. This is also a great way to feel more comfortable! You have someone local who could help you out with local issues, like for example, where to buy an outlet voltage converter when you realize you’ve lost yours. (Been there, done that…hahaha)
5. When you’re finally in the country where you will be going, try to challenge yourself to going out and doing something you’d never do at home. This could be something as simple as asking a stranger for directions, or trying to figure out the public transportation, to something way more challenging like, trying to travel within the country, outside your university’s area.
This is a great way not only to learn how to become independent, but also to realize that you are capable of independence! I can tell you all day that no one judges you negatively, if anything, they will find your “foreignness” and curiosity cute, charming, and refreshing, but you won’t believe it until you experience it. I’m telling you, it’s the best. I will edit this if there’s anything else I can think of, but I think this is a great start! You want to go out there! I can’t promise that studying abroad will solve all of your problems, but it will definitely teach you that you are capable of handling them, and how to develop these mechanisms to do so. Good luck! EDIT: I know, I know, so soon after posting.
This next point is so important, I will bold, with one person, especially from your country of origin, will limit the experiences you can have. Group events, great. Some excursions, and everyday activities, wonderful… however, you should also work to try to expand your friend circle to include people you can’t meet at home. That is the main point of studying abroad, after all. 🙂 Brother i would like to put my views for ur answer which is sometimes hard to accept , so please excuse me for that 🙂 Abroad–> Investment U can complete ur ms by spending 10 lakhs if ur ielsts score is 7.5 and above , as some organisations in india like TANA, NATA, TATA Group may provide scholorships and the University u apply , provided u have minimum or no backlogs in ur bachelors with an aggregate not less than 70 . Or in your worst cases along with the consultation fees u will end up with 20 lakhs. Facilities——-> Cutting edge world class research class , with faculties of best stan If you are thinking to study abroad, then you should keep all of these things in mind : By studying abroad, students have the opportunity to study in a foreign nation and take in the allure and culture of a new land. You will experience a brand new country with incredible new outlooks, customs and activities.
You will find numerous career opportunities. You will get life experience. You will meet diverse range of people. Study and learn differently. Discover new and exciting foods. Get the perks of international student discounts. Have you or anyone you know regretted going abroad for higher education? Is it better to study abroad for better future? What are the benefits of studying abroad? As a career counselor, specializing in US Masters education, I often get asked this question a lot – both students and especially by parents: Is it really worth investing the time, efforts, and money in a foreign masters? Is studying abroad a good decision? Many years ago, a bachelor’s degree was sufficient credential to start a good career and rise to an executive position in the industry.
Today however the scenario is quite different. While a bachelor’s degree might be good enough to fetch you a job, it may not help you rise in your career beyond a certain point. A few years down the line you might find yourself in a situation what is typically know as ‘hitting the glass ceiling’ – you will feel that your career growth is being hampered due the lack of additional educational qualifications. Master’s education has sort of become a necessity for a good career growth. While considering pursuing master’s level education, there are many options one can choose from. However broadly classifying, one can choose to opt for either a technical degree (a MS or Mtech program) or a management level degree (a MBA).
If you are looking for an MBA degree abroad, it is highly recommended that you gain at least 3+ years of full time post bachelors work experience before you commence your MBA education abroad. MBA or equivalent degrees in India can pursued immediately after your bachelors. If you interest however lies in the technical stream, one often wonders if he/she should pursue an MS abroad or rather prefer the Mtech degree offered in India. Take the case of one my my students Radhika, a final-year engineering student, who opted to pursue her MS from the US immediately after completing her bachelors. Radhika was an average student during college, got an average score in her GRE exam, and went on to pursue her MS program at a university in Chicago, USA. On graduating from the program, she got a job offer from a leading telecommunication company in Chicago offering her a salary of about $75,000 per year.
Today, he works as a software engineer with a leading IT company in Bangalore. While Gautam definitely draws a slightly higher salary than his colleagues who just have a bachelor’s degree, but not anything better than his colleagues who did their MTech from India. He says “I don’t think the fact that my MS was from a US university helped me in any special way. I would have got an equally good job had I done my MTech in computer engineering from a reputed university in India.” Recruiters and HR managers in India share the same opinion as Gautam. Most hiring managers in India do not give added preference to candidates having a foreign MS as compared to those holding an MTech from India. “We consider the candidate’s overall profile. A Master’s degree is always a plus. We treat a foreign MS on par with the Indian ME/ MTech,” says the HR manager of a leading IT firm in India. “Salaries that we offer fresh MTech/ MS graduates are definitely higher than what we offer fresh BTech/BE graduates. Experience counts more than mere additional educational qualifications, and we prefer people who have industry work experience in addition to a master’s degree”, he adds. My continued discussion with many students and industry personnel over the years has helped put a lot of things in perspective.
First, when looked at from a pure Return on Investment (ROI) perspective, the ROI of a foreign degree is much higher for students who prefer to pursue a career abroad. Second, there are many intangible and long terms benefits of foreign education – change in the individual’s outlook and a global exposure being the most prominent ones. Finally, and most importantly, you don’t have to be an outstanding performer to make a career in the US. A systematic approach and willingness to put in sincere efforts can go a long way in shaping your career.
You will gain knowledge that cannot be acquired through books, travel, make international friends, and maybe learn new languages. Also, studying abroad will open your eyes to other realities/difficulties people are facing in another part of the globe. That will definitely help you answering some of your self-questions or solutions to your problems later in life. Do an analysis of the cost and college ranking compared to local ones, and if it possible, just pack you bag and go f Yes, you should study abroad! It really is worth it, and I would encourage you to work with your parents to show them what a great opportunity this can be. I studied abroad for 15 months across three different countries (in England, Singapore, and India) during college, and it was the best experience of my life. I met many interesting people and had interesting experiences that have stuck with me ever since I returned from my journey a few years ago. The main benefit of studying abroad is that you have new experiences at an alarming rate that is far beyond the rate you’ll have them at home.
Everyone’s life is different so studying abroad might make your life better or for worse so don’t blame the peopl Yes! Go for it. You’ll get the hang of multiculturism and its benefits. You’ll get a taste of humanity and feel how amazing people are no matter how wherever they are. If you want to be a successful person, Do travel to other places that are my recommendation. That’ll teach you a lot more than just studies. You might learn new tactics of business and marketing as well. You may find new medical tips as every culture have their type of doctors. Conclusion: It’s fun 😉 I worked in study abroad in the U.S. and certainly, there is a lot of value for U.S. students to go abroad while an undergraduate. (Here I will address U.S. students.) But should you consider going abroad for the while undergraduate degree instead of just for a semester or a few weeks? Probably.
education is expensive. There are countries in Europe where tuition is free, even for students from other countries. Second, by attending a person -See the world from a completely new perspective -Learn to interact with a different culture (a crucial part of a modern glo How can I study abroad when I do not have the finances? If you have the heart and determination to pursue a course in an international country, and do not give up, the Universe will surely open its doors to you. As a Masters in Management student at one of the top tier German business schools myself, I feel I am a little eligible to answer this after having gone through the same dilemma. My Masters journey has been made possible by a combination of a scholarship from my business school and a non-collateral loan, which means I am able to fund my studies without any financial dependence on my parents. There are two primary ways in which you can fund your studies, usually it’s a combination of both:
Scholarships: There are many scholarships which the schools themselves offer. There are also some which are country specific that your home country or the country you are intending to go provide based on your merit. I would highly recommend you to apply as soon as the admission process starts in order to have a high chance to secure a scholarship. Moreover, it is not true that scholarships are always based on your CGPA/GRE/GMAT/IELTS/TOEFL – some are also offered based on other strong parameters like sports, social service, etc. Also, you should remember that there are many scholarships which are need based depending on your financial standing. You can always mail the Admissions committee of your school to ask about the kind of scholarships they provide. Loans: You can get a loan in order to fund your studies. Do not be afraid of securing a loan. Even if you do not have the adequate collateral to get a huge loan or incase, you do not want to drag your parents or their property into funding you, you can avail a non-collateral loan with a little higher rate of interest. Whether to go to a bank or an NBFC (Non-banking Financial Corporation) for your loan totally depends on your financial standing, choice and finance.
1. Introspection: Think about which course you want to pursue. You need to determine what exactly excites you in that course, and where do you see yourself in the future during, and after your masters studies.
2. Wake up. Eat. Research. Repeat: Think about your priorities: University ranking, Degree ranking, Quality of research, Location, Placement statistics, or the Course structure. University rankings, to be honest, tell very little about the degree. Every site shows a different ranking and the way it is calculated is based on Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, Faculty/Student Ratio, Citations per faculty, International Faculty Ratio, and International Student Ratio. So, I suggest you look for student reviews and their experience at the university you wish to study in.
3. Test preparation Based on your course requirements, you’ll need to give either GRE or GMAT and a language test (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE). I’ll give you a few tips on GRE as I’ve given one, try to gauge your proficiency in the Quant and Verbal sections by giving a free online test (Princeton, Kaplan, Manhattan, Magoosh) and start preparing accordingly. The less the score you have, the more preparation you’ll need. For that, I recommend Manhattan
5 lb book & Manhattan 6 test series, in addition to the official ETS material. Also, research extensively to improve your AWA excerpts, as you’ll need to improve your writing as well as typing skills. For the language test, as you’ve already prepared for the GRE or GMAT, you’ll be mainly preparing for the speaking section. Refer to online tutorials and videos to get an initial idea of the test, record yourself, and listen to it yourself or a friend and estimate how much you’ll score yourself.
4. SOP A statement of purpose is the piece that will tell about you and your character to strangers who will read your application. SOP is your chance to tell them your glorious story, to tell them your innermost secrets, and convince them why you are indeed unique. This is a very lengthy topic, you can refer to the various blogs on the internet for the specifics.
5. Resume Your resume should not be a generic piece of paper listing what you’ve done in your life like that in your SOP, instead, you’ll have to list your Education, Research Experience, Coursework, Skills (coding and otherwise), Positions of Responsibility, and Achievements. Do not include Parent details, GPA of every semester (CGPA is enough), Hobbies, Extra-curricular activities which are irrelevant. Keep it short and unique
6. Letter of Recommendation Every application will minimum require LORs from two people: one has to be a person you worked under in an academic setting, the other can either be your employer or again someone from an academic environment. Also, the number of Professors you approach depends on the number of universities you’ll apply to, as each of them probably will help you with 4–5 recommendations.
7. University shortlisting & tracking By now, you will have already decided on the universities you want to further your studies in. The typical number of applications is 8–10, however, the more the applications you have the more application fees you’ll have to pay. Now comes an important point, track each and every application, in whatever way you can. You can consult a counselor, make a diary, draft an excel sheet wherein you can list all the deadlines, and all the details you’ve researched till now. This will be very helpful until you finalize your university and put in a request for an immigration document.
8. Interviews Many of the universities interview students as a part of the application process. Here’s what you should do: contact seniors from that University right away, they will definitely recall their experience and give you some tips. Start preparing yourself by preparing a draft of answers to basic questions and keep practicing in front of a mirror or your friend. 9. Wait for the decisions Now, wait for the university to roll out their decisions. There’s nothing much you can do here other than improving your profile or taking a hiatus to relax after your hard work.
10. Scholarships For this, you need exhaustive research of all scholarships provided by the university or any organization that can aid you in your finances. Keep on searching, If you put in 100 hours of research, you will definitely be able to find 50+ scholarships which are for Indians, out of that you will be eligible to apply for around 10, out of which you might get shortlisted for 5 and finally obtain.