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H1B Visa 2014 Cap Count Update with Tracker
April 1, 2013 – USCIS started Accepting Applications – No Cap Count Update yet April 2, 3, 2013 – No Cap count updates from USCIS April 4, 2013 – No…
F1 Visa Experience – 2nd Attempt – UT Tyler
Following F1 Visa Interview experience for University of Texas at Tyler is shared by Sudheer. Profile GRE – 303 IELTS – 7.0 University : University of Texas Tyler Attempt : 2nd…
Who Else is Looking for H1B Visa 2014 Sponsors?
So, are you looking for H1B visa 2014 sponsors. You are not alone. You maybe aware that USCIS will accept H1B Visa 2014 application from April 1 of next year….
These 5 Smart Tips Will Make You a Brilliant Student
Guest Post by Gunnar Fox – Author of University Success Plan. This article a follow-up to Young + Free Time + Money = Trouble? The greatest downfall of many students…
Is Passport Required for SAT?
Is Passport Required for SAT? Answers is Yes and No. Depends on where you are goign to take the SAT Test. According to College board You are responsible for bringing…
Young + Free Time + Money = Trouble?
I was driving to work today morning and I was thinking why students get into trouble. Why do they find it hard to work or improve their Test scores. That’s…
TOEFL IBT Test Experience – Score 100/120
> Following TOEFL iBT Test Experience is shared by Rekha. I completed GRE before TOEFL and ended up with 294. I wrote TOEFL 22nd September in Chennai and received –…
F1 Visa Third Attempt : Approved After 3 Changes
> Following post was shared by Shyam B Before Going to Visa Interview part this were the major mistakes done by me : Applied to low ranked Universities and many of them…
This is How You Write a Perfect Resume That Gets Job Interview
So, you are a Job Seeker and what do a typical job seeker like you need in a resume? A Perfect Resume Resume that will get you that first job…
6 Must Have Soft Skills To Ace the Job Interview
Guest Post by Haley Gray – Duke Weekend MBA Student. Here are a few helpful tips for Interviewing in the USA- What to bring: A few copies of your Resume…
Average GRE Scores for M.S. and PhD – UCLA – Computer Science
I pulled out the data for Average GRE Scores for M.S. and PhD for Computer Science for UCLA. They have listed Average GRE Scores under following categories International Students –…
Interview with Rutgers University Professors – Pharmaceutical Engineering
I spoke with Professors from Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Department at Rutgers University (Sponsors). We chatted for about 45 minutes about the following PhD/M.S. in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering M.E….
Average Revised GRE Scores – Princeton University
What is the Average GRE Scores for Princeton University? Fortunately, Princeton University lists the Average GRE Scores with other Grad school admission stats. Graduate School Admission Statistics – 2012/13 Number…
Top 7 Q&A About Studying in America as an International Student
Answers by Manish Sharma to questions from Vinnu in comments about Studying in America as an International Student. About How much Bank balance is needed (please tell me all the…
Chance of Getting Admit in Stanford University – ZERO
I gave my GRE Exam today and scored 147(V), 162(Q). Total score: 309/340 My academic details are: 10th: 83%, 12th: 93%, B.tech(CSE): 72.1% Work experience: 0 years Projects: 2 (1…
IELTS or TOEFL for USA? My Pick – IELTS
Even though most of them go for TOEFL for proof of English Proficiency, IELTS is also now increasingly accepted. I had to decide IELTS or TOEFL for USA. IELTS…
F1 Visa – A Lesson About Confidence and Hard Times
> Following post was shared by Mahendra Woken up at early morning 4:30 and booked cab from merucabs online and gave them time at 6 o clock pick in madhapur…
University Brand Name vs Job Opportunities
College reputation may matter more for job-seekers who majored in fields like engineering and accounting than in less “pre-professional” fields, such as history, according to a Wall Street Journal survey…
After PhD in Biology, My Salary is Just $45,000 in USA
I (Harini) Came across this post by accident – Overall Graduate Education in India is Pathetic. While the comparisons pretty much hit the nail on the head could you guys…
F1 Visa Approved for MS Bioinformatics – Spring 2013 -IUPUI
Following post was shared by Vishal Kumar place : Hyderabad date : November 5 time :11am status : Approved. University – MS Bioinformatics, IUPUI Funding : 2000$ scholarship and 350$…
TOEFL Test Score 118 – Here’s the Study Plan For You
Following TOEFL Test Experience is shared by Happy Schools Reader who scored 118 out of 120. That’s CRAZY score right? Now, you can learn the tips and strategies to improve…
Guide for PhD Admission and Scholarship in Australia
With lot of students seeking advice for PhD admission and scholarship application, I am writing this blog post to cover major aspects of same. As I already said, Australian universities…
Avoid These 8 Common Mistakes in GRE and Get High Score
Do you want to get really high score in GRE Test? Then you have to learn how to minimize the mistakes in GRE Test. Here are some of the common…
10 Free Resources to Study for the TOEFL
Don’t pay money to study for the TOEFL before you need to! There are many free resources you can use to prepare before taking a course or hiring a tutor….
F1 Student Visa Interview Experience – BS in Mechanical Engineering – Mumbai
Two F1 Visa Interview for Bachelors Degree is shared here. Visa is Rejected for UT Arlington F1 Visa is Approved for University of Toledo F1 Interview for Bachelors Degree in Mumbai…
Bachelors Degree in America – This is How I Convinced My Parents
Do you want to How to Convince Parents to Study Bachelors Degree in US? I read this comment posted by Sahil at This Crazy Decision to Study in USA is…
I’m From Punjab and Lack Motivation to Take GRE
Abhinav Sharma lack motivation and sent me the following email. I am from Punjab. People from Punjab don’t really get admit in USA universities like how south Indians do. Because…
This Why I Decided to Study in Australia for PhD
Good day, mate! (As we greet in Australia!) While I am heading to Australia in pursuit of PhD in Neuromedicines. I wish to elaborate why I chose to Study in Australia…
F1 Visa Approved in 5th Interview. Never Give Up.
Following post was shared by Chetan. My F1 was approved in 5th attempt. 1st: 7th June: MUMBAI: UTArlington, fall ’12 2nd: 28th June: MUMBAI: UTArlington, fall ’12 3rd: 20th July: CHENNAI:…
Any H1B visa Sponsoring Consultants for Biology Graduates?
Hi, I have completed my MS in biology from Virginia Tech. But currently I am on H4 visa and have tough time for finding H1 sponsors. Although I got couple…
This What Happens If I-20 is Missing at Port of Entry in USA
This post is what about the experience (Lost I20 form )my friend (Prashanth) has faced during his journey to USA. He lost of his I-20 at the Delhi airport, when…
Experience – OPT Extension Rejected – Part 1
> Following post was shared by Kollu. Most of us aware of many rules involved while on OPT and extended OPT. I want to share my experience and troubles I…
Can An Average Student Do MS in Electrical Engineering?
Following question is posted by Rahul at Q&A page. I am a pretty average student 10th-60% 12th-55% , BTech (Electronics and communication engg)=6.7 GPA. I am working with a reputed…
5 Tips Before Taking Out Student Loans
Guest Blog Post by Debra Johnson. Student loans are to be taken seriously. They are helpful and great because you need help in school, but what many college students forget…
GRE Tutorials and Classes Necessary?
GRE Tutorials are always an interesting topic, esp in India. For international readers, the word “Tuition” in this article, refers to additional classes usually aimed at assisting one’s preparation for…
Looking Beyond Conventional PhD Programs in Universities
Approximately two years ago, I pulled out a list of potential Universities for my PhD from a well known website. The list was 100 Universities long. And I had no…
Two Ways to Select USA Universities for Masters Programs – Which is the Best?
Through this post , I would like to bring to the air the thinking pattern I underwent in selecting universities. After having decided to go with MS in US, the story isn’t over there…
How College Students Can Get the Job – Interview with Marco Buscaglia
I sat with Marco Buscaglia to talk about this book Calling All Grads Turn a Degree Into a Job We had an interesting discussion about job search tips an techniques. Calling…
Here’s a Simple GRE Study Plan to Score 329/340
A Simple GRE Test Prep Plan: Stop Complaining About Low Scores will help you boost your GRE Score. An approach to an exam like GRE isn’t a process that can be…
Indian Culture is Impeding Innovation. Literally. Do You Agree?
“There’s a tendency in India for employees to tell you what they think you want to hear. You sometimes hear “yes” to a question before you’ve even explained it,” says…
This is How I Got Discover Student Credit Card Without Credit History
Guest Blog post by Karthik. After I had received my Social Security Number as well as my SSN card, I wanted to build my credit history. One of the ways…
GRE Vocabulary Building – The Fun Way
In my last post, I wrote about the tricks and tips to score well in verbal. In this GRE Vocabulary Building – The Fun Way I share more tips. Increasing…
Q&A with Dr.Kulkarani – Computer Science Chair at UT Tyler
I reached out to Professor Arun Kulkarni at University of Texas at Tyler to answer few questions about Computer Science Department. Dr. Arun Kulkarni, Professor of Computer Science, has been…
An Insider’s Look at The Master in Public Health Degree
A Master in Public Health (MPH) is an master’s degree that is the most recognized professional degree for leaders in the field of public health. This degree is designed for…
This is Why I Decide to Study in USA After Working in India for 2 years
This blog post is written by Karthik Dandavathi. I wanted to share my why I decided to pursue higher education in US instead of working in India (MNC). To tell this…
This is How A Lazy Person Scored 163 in GRE Verbal Section
This post is written by Aditi Sharma ( New HSB Contributor) – How to Improve GRE Verbal Score. Most of the Indian students taking GRE score a perfect Quant, the…
[Video] Pritam Bannerjee Talks About Student Life at UT Tyler
One on One with Pritam Bannerjee from University Texas at Tyler About Pritam MS in Computer Science Graduate Assistant at Graduate School Overview of the conversation Graduate School Admission process…
A Strong Candidate for World’s Shortest F1 Visa interview
Could this be the shortest F1 Visa Interview Ever? You decide. University: San Francisco State University GRE Score: 314/340 TOEFL Score: 105/120 Undergrad GPA – 65% Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunication Engineering….