📚 The Ultimate Study Abroad Guide

Filtering through the ocean of information on the internet can be tough.

So here’s everything you need to know about studying abroad, getting scholarships and strategically applying to universities for free!

1. 100% Scholarships for International Students

As an international student you are challenged with learning about a whole new education system if your goal is to study abroad. To add to this pile of stress, you shouldn’t have to worry about the money. 💰 So here are some scholarships offered by the world’s top universities available to international students.

A good education shouldn’t be turned down because you couldn’t afford it.

  • Let’s cut down the competition! Here is a list of scholarships available only to Indian students. These are for undergrad, masters & PhD students where some even offer full rides.

  • The most popular University of Toronto offers multiple full ride scholarships to international students & this video goes over the details, how you can apply & what kind of a profile will help you get this scholarship! Apart from UoT here are some other full ride scholarships offered by other Canadian Universities.

  • The big red Ivy League located in New York has scholarships ranging from full rides to need based. Check them out here.Also, check out the this to know more about what kind of profile you might need for the Ratan Tata Scholarship

  • The world’s most prestigious Harvard University offers aid to anyone who gets admitted, as long as you show need. So the only thing students need to focus on is- getting accepted!

  • With a less than 7% acceptance rate & home to some of the most innovative technology ever created, Stanford & MIT offer exceptional financial aid opportunities to international students.

  • Did you know that Princeton & Dartmouth do not differentiate between US citizens & international students when it comes to financial aid? That means, everyone stands an equal opportunity at receiving a world class education!

2. Medicine in the USA

Many doctors migrate to practice medicine in the USA from other countries- and this can be a bit tricky but definitely possible! The best way to learn about the best option for you is to explore the different pathways and hear it from someone who has done this first hand! Here are some free resources to help you out.

  • This is important to know so you can pick the right pathway for you! It all starts with understanding the process.

  • A pre-med undergraduate degree is needed if you want to begin your medical journey in the USA. Some of the popular pre-med courses include Biology, Biomedical Science, Public Health & others. Here is a full explanation to these courses & how you can choose the right one for you.

  • Let’s breakdown the cost & take a deep dive into what it costs to study medicine in the US.

  • USMLE is a 3 step exam. MBBS students or international students that have completed their medical degree in another country would need to take in order to practice medicine in the USA.

3. Biomedical Engineering

Any aspect of healthcare combined with a fleet of engineering principles is what Biomedical Engineering is all about. The scope of BME has increased significantly in the last 5 years with the recent advancements being made to medical technology. Biomedical Engineering/Science can not only be used as a strong pre-med degree but is also the right fit for anyone interested in fields like microfluidics, cancer research, nanotechnology, AI with medicine & more!

  • BME is a Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) field where engineering principles are combined with materials to produce innovative solutions for medicine & healthcare problems. The two broad areas of classification are diagnostic & therapeutic technology. Here’s a video explaining more about this.

  • Having a BME degree can help you navigate through many career paths in fields such as design, research, regulatory, & more. Here is a video going over all the options.

  • Being financial independent is a big decision factor into pursuing a certain career path, so here is a breakdown of the various salary ranges you can expect.

  • Working as a Biomedical Engineer involves a ton of multitasking between lab & design work, so here is a real life experience from someone working in the field of medical devices.