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In-depth analysis of QS, THE, ARWU, and US News university rankings. Admissions guides, study abroad strategies, and campus life insights to help you choose the right university.
Perspectives & Insights
Perspectives
Rankings analysis, admissions guides, and university insights.
Inside Tips on University Admissions
Gaining admission to a top university can be extremely competitive. Tim Rogers – former head of admissions at the prestigious London School of Economics and Political Science – offers some advice to help you get ahead of the pack.
German Visas: Guide for Indian Students
Student visa questions answered, for allIndian students getting ready to study in Germany.
New Zealand Visas: Guide for Indian Students
Find out what Indian students need to know when applying for a studentvisa for New Zealand.
Singapore Visas: Guide for Indian Students
Preparing to leave India and study in Singapore? Find out what you need to know for your student visa application.
Visas For Indian Students: Country-By-Country Guides
If you're an Indian student preparing to study abroad, get all your visa questions answered with these country-by-country guides.
QS World Grad School Tour Scholarship
Each year, the QS World Grad School Tour offers a US$10,000 scholarship to a recipient who has demonstrated academic achievement. So how do you go about applying for this scholarship and what do you need to stand out from the crowd?
The Value of a Masters Degree
You probably already know very well what a graduate degree could do for you: differentiate you from those with bachelor’s degrees, demonstrate your deep commitment to a particular area, hone your expertise - and perhaps even give you a year out to...
MA in Fashion: Alumna Profile
Jackie JS Lee has used her MA in Fashion, specializing in womenswear, to springboard her career, launching a collection for world-famous department store, Harrods.
Graduate Study Later in Life
Being a student, even at grad school, is often considered to be preserve of the young.
South Africa: Graduate Level Country Guide
South Africa , as our guide explains, is a great alternative destination for graduate-level study.
What You Need to Apply to Grad School
Applying for grad school can seem like a daunting process, but stay organized and it should be fine!
Graduate Study Destinations: Affordable Solutions
Many of the world's most popular study destinations can be on the more expensive side. But there are alternatives – here we consider the more affordable grad school options offered by Malaysia, New Zealand and countries in Africa.