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QS Student Journey Insights Survey
Studying Abroad

QS Student Journey Insights Survey

We hope you and your family are safe and well. This unusual year has been a major challenge for higher education students and professionals around the world.

Laura Bridgestock · Jul 6, 2020 · 1 min read
4 Best Reasons to Study for an MBA in Sydney
Studying Abroad

4 Best Reasons to Study for an MBA in Sydney

Located on the south-east coast of Australia, Sydney is one of the country’s most popular study destinations for students looking to pursue their graduate studies – and it’s not hard to see why.

Sabrina Collier · Jul 6, 2020 · 3 min read
Leaving Work to Study for a Full-Time MBA: How to Fund It
Scholarships & Finance

Leaving Work to Study for a Full-Time MBA: How to Fund It

Although an MBA usually offers a strong return on investment (ROI), it is still a major expense, with average tuition exceeding US$60,000. But that should not discourage you.

QS Staff Writer · Jun 29, 2020 · 10 min read
Common Questions About Taking the GRE at Home
Admissions & Choosing

Common Questions About Taking the GRE at Home

Students who want to take the GRE General Test as part of the graduate admissions process can now take the exam online.

Laura Tucker · Jun 16, 2020 · 6 min read
What Do Business Schools Expect from Undergraduate Applicants?
Admissions & Choosing

What Do Business Schools Expect from Undergraduate Applicants?

Business is one of the top undergraduate degree choices for prospective students, and competition for places is fierce. Of course, strong grades can help, but there are other things that can make you stand out from the crowd.

Laura Tucker · Jun 4, 2020 · 6 min read
How to Apply to Wharton’s Round 1 During COVID-19
Admissions & Choosing

How to Apply to Wharton’s Round 1 During COVID-19

It’s MBA application season, but this year, the whole process is a world away from the norm.

Laura Tucker · May 28, 2020 · 6 min read
Taking the GRE at Home: How Does it Work?
Admissions & Choosing

Taking the GRE at Home: How Does it Work?

On May 29, QS is holding an exclusive webinar to answer your questions about the new at-home version of the GRE. Sign up for it here.

Laura Tucker · May 27, 2020 · 2 min read
How to Navigate Your University Search During COVID-19
Admissions & Choosing

How to Navigate Your University Search During COVID-19

With much of the world locked down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, continuing with university or business school applications has been challenging.

Stephanie Lukins · May 21, 2020 · 3 min read
Imperial College London Hosts Virtual Master’s Information Session
Admissions & Choosing

Imperial College London Hosts Virtual Master’s Information Session

We now live in an upside-down world, and business schools around the world are feeling the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hayden Young · May 13, 2020 · 14 min read
“We’re Working to Ensure Applicants’ Submissions Aren’t Disrupted”: An Instagram Live with Imperial College Business School
Admissions & Choosing

“We’re Working to Ensure Applicants’ Submissions Aren’t Disrupted”: An Instagram Live with Imperial College Business School

Finding a university and submitting an application have both been heavily affected by COVID-19, as it has become much harder to visit institutions and speak with them to learn more about their courses.

Hayden Young · May 13, 2020 · 13 min read
4 Great Benefits of Studying a Master’s in English
Studying Abroad

4 Great Benefits of Studying a Master’s in English

Whether English is your first language or your second, if you are set on pursuing a master’s degree taught in English abroad, you have plenty of options - and no, we’re not talking about the UK, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Australia, New...

QS Staff Writer · May 1, 2020 · 5 min read
How to Defer Your University Offer in Australia
Admissions & Choosing

How to Defer Your University Offer in Australia

If you were planning on starting university in 2020, you may be facing feelings of uncertainty in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.

Laura Tucker · Apr 29, 2020 · 7 min read