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Financing for higher education in the U.S. can be very expensive. The average cost of tuition and fees for one year of college is over US$25,000. Plus, there are other expenses like textbooks, housing, food, and transportation that need to be factored into the equation. Having a credit card can help international students make purchases…

If you are an international student in the U.S., understanding the requirements and restrictions for credit cards is critical. Credit cards are an important part of financial independence and security, so it’s important to know what your options are. Having a credit line can be especially helpful as an international student because timely repayments on…

The cost of studying abroad is increasing day by day. Studying in developed countries like the USA, UK or other European countries can be particularly expensive. However, there are several options for financing international education that you can take advantage of. If you are able to qualify for those options, you will be able to…

An MBA degree can help you become a professional executive in your field of interest by providing you with the necessary skills and exposure. Due to the exorbitant costs, MBA is a far-fetched dream for many students. However, even students with stellar academic records and profiles frequently lack funding. MBA scholarships for students serve as…

What is a scholarship? A scholarship is an award of financial aid for a student to further their education. Scholarships are awarded based on various criteria, which usually reflect the donor’s or organization’s values and purposes. Awards may be need-based, merit-based, or athlete-based. Scholarships are often made possible by donors who wish to support students…

As more and more women enter the engineering field, it is important to provide opportunities for them to succeed. One way to do this is to offer scholarships specifically for female engineers. From computer science to environmental engineering, women are everywhere. However, studying engineering is not cheap and sometimes you do need financial assistance whether…

International education can be costly, especially for students from developing countries. From the tuition fees to living costs to study materials, the expenses can be quite high. This is why many organizations offer international scholarships for students from developing countries. These scholarships help to cover the costs of education and living expenses so that students…