The covid-19 virus has transformed our world. It has impacted the study abroad plans of aspirants drastically. With the pandemic, there is no certainty on the student intake from foreign lands. Studying in Abroad amid Pandemic
Studying abroad now has now changed a lot due to covid- 19, some of the other factors students keep in mind while choosing their universities during Covid-19:
Mode of learning.
Before the global pandemic, students would prioritize factors such as campus life while choosing an institution. Today, remote education, online assessment are the most important student concerns when it comes to studying abroad. Universities are adopting a hybrid model of learning where they conduct classes online as well as offline. For many students, this can be a deciding factor between two institutions.
Ranking and quality of education
As international students applying to institutions from a foreign country, ranking and testimonials from past students are some of the only modes of feedback that help them decide. It is an important factor while choosing an institution. Budget plays an important role in selecting a college. During selecting a college tuition fee, financial aids, list of scholarships play an important factor.
General safety and laws
Students are mandatory to receive vaccination against Covid-19 before going overseas and studying over campus. Many countries are accepting different vaccinations so making sure the vaccine is valid over the country you choose is also needed to be kept in mind.
Eligibility criteria for admission
For admissions, exam scores of tests such as SAT, GRE, GMAT, IELTS, and TOEFL are some of the most important qualifying criteria for universities abroad. In the year 2019-2020, universities worldwide eased their admission requirements and even offered application fee waivers to allow more students to apply for their programs of choice
Post-study work policies
As International students are stuck in their home countries during Covid-19, several countries have revised their post-study work visa policies. Countries like the UK and Canada have granted post-study work visas to students who pursued their education online in 2020 and 2021. The UK government has extended its deadline and allowed international students to travel to the UK before September 27.