After choosing a list of colleges you want to
apply-you can look at the application procedures.
1) Collect the Address and E-mail ID of the chosen
colleges. Contact for more information, application forms and financial aids
at least a year (between June and August) before you plan to enter.
2) Register for all the required admission tests
such as TOEFL, SAT and ACT (in U.S only) for a Bachelor's programme or Undergraduate
study; and TOEFL, GRE and GMAT for a masters or doctoral programme (Graduate
study and research.) These tests are standardised and have centers around the
world.
You can arrange with the testing agencies to
send your test scores directly to the colleges and universities you are applying.
Click on Admission Tests
for more information about tests.
3) Keep all your academic records including an
official credential evaluation of the 'marks card' (known as Transcripts in
USA) ready. These records should include certificates of achievement in co-curricular
and extra curricular activities.
4) Approach at least 3 of your teachers in school
or professors who have taught you in college for reference letters. Teachers
who know you thoroughly can provide a balanced reference of your ability to
pursue advanced studies. Keep these letters ready.
5) Make a list of at least four courses you want
to take up. Check whether these courses are available in India's colleges or
Internet study option. If they are not available it is a good reason for convincing
the Visa officer to give you a Visa.
6) Get a passport.
Application Forms
After you receive the application form, scrutinize
all the admission requirements and financial requirements. The application forms
usually ask for personal information, your certified mark sheets or transcripts,
your admission test scores, certificates of extra curricular activities, letters
of reference from your teachers, about your education plan-i.e. your course
of study, carrier goals and research plan and why you chose this particular
school etc. The application fee may be between $30 to $50 payable by cheque.
It will not be refunded if you do not attend the school.
The applications should be duly completed and
send much before the deadline mentioned in the application forms.
Usually, for most Universities and colleges
the academic year begins in late August or early September and ends in May or
June.
Acceptance Letter
The admission office of the university will inform
whether you are accepted or rejected by sending a acceptance letter
around April- June period.
If you are accepted you may be required to pay
a deposit usually of one semester or a full years tuition fee for reserving
seat, before a certain date.
