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International education is vital in cultivating a productive global society. This reality holds true throughout the world. But sadly, not all are given the chance – especially students from developing countries who have huge potential but lack the financial means to experience top-class education. Fortunately, InternationalStudent.com has partnered with MPOWER in bringing Central American students…

The 2019 International Student Travel Video Contest is open for entries! International Student are again giving you a chance to win – this year there are 5 unique awards, including the $4,000 grand prize! To enter, you will need to submit a video that you made specifically for the 2019 International Student Travel Video Contest….

Aussiewritings Deadline: May 15, 2018 If you think you’ve got skills when it comes to writing then you won’t want to miss the Aussiewritings Writing Contest where you’ll have the chance to win up to $1,000. What is it about? AussieWritings.com is pleased to announce its first essay contest among participants from all around the…

The 2017 InternationalStudent.com Travel Video Contest Deadline: October 13th Like in years past, InternationalStudent.com is hosting its Travel Video Contest, which means that it’s your chance to win $4,000! The contest is now in its 12th year and if you are an international student or traveler, InternationalStudent.com is giving you the opportunity to showcase your…

InternationalStudent.com Travel Video Contest Deadline: October 22nd The InternationalStudent.com Travel Video Contest is back and ready for your entry! If you plan on becoming an international student or if you are currently, make sure you get the details you need on how to enter this contest. One lucky, grand prize winner will receive $4,000 and…

Dartmouth College, a member of the Ivy League and at the “forefront of US higher education since 1769,” has joined the elite group of US universities and colleges that offer need-blind admissions to international students. From Dartmouth’s news release: “Need-blind admissions for International Students Starting immediately with the Class of 2012, the College will extend…

From the Brown Daily Herald A new endowment will increase financial aid for students from sub-Saharan Africa and will help them financially for two years after graduation if they pledge to return to work in Africa, President Ruth Simmons and Israeli businessman Idan Ofer P’12 announced Thursday. The “Advancing Africa Scholarship Fund” was announced in…