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Do you need a loan to pay for your college tuition in North America? MPOWER Financing announced this month that they have raised their maximum loan limit for international students in the U.S. and Canada. You can now borrow up to $100,000 over the course of your studies! This means that you can get access…

An adventure of a lifetime. A dream for many. A great opportunity to pursue your higher education in a foreign land – but is it affordable? Between tuition, insurance, travel and living expenses the cost of an international education quickly adds up. If you’re thinking about studying abroad, it’s important to know your options for…

Once you’ve narrowed down your choice of schools and confirmed admissions, the next step is to apply for an F-1 international student visa to get authorization to study in the U.S. All prospective foreign students are required to demonstrate that they have the financial capability to support him or herself while studying in the U.S….

The DACA program was started in 2012 to allow undocumented children who came to the U.S. as immigrants a chance to stay and work in the country for two years. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is an immigration policy initiated by President Obama in 2012 that allows certain undocumented immigrant youth, those who…

Yes, it can be stressful when you’re planning to study abroad. There are many perfectly understandable reasons to feel stressed or anxious. Tuition fees are high, you’ve got food costs, study materials, transportation, health insurance, and lots of other expenses.  Even the currency exchange rate can be a concern. When you don’t have enough financial…

Millions of students around the world dream of studying an undergraduate degree in the U.S. There are a lot of famous universities and colleges to choose from. Improving their future prospects, getting a high quality higher education, and access to better opportunities are just some of the reasons why so many students want to study…

According to The Canadian Bureau for International Education, 642,480 international students studied in Canada in 2019. This represents a 185% increase since 2010. Canada is the 4th most popular destination for international students, behind the USA, the UK, and China. Why is Canada such a popular destination for international students? The high quality of the…