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While this guide is mainly planned for
students applying to universities and colleges in the US, much of the information applies
to all students regardless of where they are planning on attending school. This
section is an attempt to address some of the unique differences for schools in various
countries around the world. Students attending colleges and universities in
countries other than U.S. need to check on the specific entrance requirements for that
country and that specific school.
Australia
The school year in Australia begins in February.
Students need to begin applications
no later than September for the February entry date. Some schools
offer mid year entry, but you would still need to apply for the February
admission deadline. The first step in applying to
an Australian university is to contact International Development Program (IDP) Education
Australia. In Manila, this agency can be accessed through the Australian Embassy.
IDP provides a “one stop shop” for Australian education.
For more information, visit these websites:
http://www.education.com.hk/idp/
http://www.online.anu.edu.au/psi
Canada
Canada offers one of the best “value for dollar” educations in the world.
Compared to the US, there is a real distinction between a “college” and a
“university”. Generally speaking, “colleges” offer technical and
vocational training while “universities” is the term used to refer to schools
offering Bachelors degrees and beyond. Applications are usually due between January
and April prior to the September entry date. There is a general application for
schools in Ontario. SAT’s are generally not required (but may be helpful) but
TOEFL is required.
For more information, visit these websites:
http://www.aucc.ca
http://www.cbie.ca
http://www.studyincanada.com
http://www.mcleans.ca
Europe
Most universities in Europe expect applications to be completed after school has finished
in June. You need to have a clear understanding of what documentation you need
before returning to your country and applying for admission.
Japan
Sophia University and International Christian University (ICU) are the major universities
in Japan designed specifically for English-speaking students from international schools.
As in the case with most Japanese universities, admission decisions are primarily
based upon examination results. University applications tend to be due from October
until January for March entry. There are also some schools with April deadlines for
a September starting date.
Korea
Specific information can be obtained from the Korean Embassy as requirements vary from
year to year. Koreans living abroad usually have to have resided overseas for at
least two years to qualify for “special testing”. Testing usually takes
place in November with results coming out in December for the school year that begins in
March.
For more information, visit this website:
http://www.mit.edu:8001/people/cdemello/kr.html
New Zealand
Applications need to be submitted in September for the March entry date. The Embassy
provides information and applications. For more information, visit these websites:
http://www.nzeil.co.nz
UK
Universities in the UK have major differences from schools in the US. In England,
you are required to indicate your course of study at the time you apply. Your
acceptance is for a particular course of study within a particular university. If
you decide to change your course of study after your first year, then you would have to
reapply for that particular course. Another difference is that most UK programs are
three years rather than four years. The UK has a common application process, called
UCAS, where you can apply for up to six different universities. Offers of admission
in the UK are contingent upon your meeting certain conditions. The major factor in
UK admissions is how well you have done on your external examinations. For more
information on applying to the UK, see the IB coordinator or call the British Council.
For more information, check out these
websites:
http://www.ucas.ac.uk
http://www.studyUK.hobsons.co.uk
http://www.newsint.co.uk:80/
Many embassies have information regarding higher
education in that country. Contact your embassy to find out detailed information and
see our links on our website to sites with information about colleges and universities in
these countries. |
