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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.
Stunning Instagram Pics of the World’s Top 10 Young Universities
Every year, in addition to the QS World University Rankings® 2018, QS releases the Top 50 Under 50 to celebrate the top young universities in the world.
One Year On: What Are Students Saying About Brexit?
After a long and divisive campaign, the United Kingdom announced on June 24th 2016 that it was to begin the slow process of withdrawing its membership from the European Union.
QS Undergraduate Scholarship: 2017 Winner
This year, QS launched a new scholarship aimed at helping talented students secure funding for an undergraduate degree.
QS Leadership Scholarship: 2017 Winner
We're pleased to announce that this year's QS Leadership Scholarship has been awarded to Afghan student Neelofar Rahimi. The $10,000 scholarship is awarded to outstanding candidates who have demonstrated strong leadership skills.
Out now: QS Top 50 Under 50 2018
Following hot on the heels of last month’s QS World University Rankings 2018, the QS Top 50 Under 50 2018 is here.
What to Know Before Applying for a Postgraduate Degree
Enrolling onto a postgraduate degree is a big step – you’re committing time, money, and yourself to a single discipline for at least a year.
Hacks to Save You Money While Studying Abroad
Congratulations! You’re heading to study abroad in a great city, jumped through all the paperwork hoops and arrived in a foreign country’s airport with just your suitcase and a heady sense of excitement. What now?
Seven Funny News Stories You May Have Missed This Month
Summer is here, exams are over, and that can only mean one thing: it’s time to have some fun. Sure, you could spend your time reading the latest world university rankings, but let’s be honest, you just want something silly to share in the group chat.
10 of the Most Photogenic Universities in the World
They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but it’s hard not to sometimes.
Top US Universities in 2018: Public v Private
When it comes to picking a top US university to apply to, you’re unlikely to give much consideration initially to whether a particular institution is privately or publicly funded.
How to Juggle a Master’s and a Full-time Job
Once you’ve graduated from university and secured a full-time job, it might seem unlikely that you’ll ever go back into higher education but don’t write it off just yet.
University of Copenhagen or Lund University?
If you’re an international student looking for a top undergraduate, master’s or PhD program in Scandinavia, the University of Copenhagen and Lund University are likely to be two of the names at the top of your list.