Frequently Asked Questions

 For most international students, studying abroad is likely to be a combination of gaining a high quality education, developing a global mindset, and experiencing cultural diversity. 

 Once a student has decided the destination, choosing a program and university comes next. For guidance on choosing a course and a university, contact your nearest Golden TImes educational consultant and start the process right away. 

 No one can ethically offer this guarantee since I-20 & Visa issuance are at the discretion of the university and respective embassy. However, we can significantly increase your chances by setting you up for success and ensuring that your profile is sincere, thorough and genuine. 

 Time varies depending on the application deadline for the semester. The school’s admission process will take the longest, but we can help you get started right away. We've had instances where we got students accepted into a university and their I-20s were issued within 1 week!

 When choosing a country to study, students should keep in mind their interest, cost of studying (including tuition and cost of living), graduate career prospects, etc. USA and Canada are two of the most highly desired locations to study in and we can make that possible! 

 The length of time will depend on the program and level of degree. Generally, an Undergraduate Degree will take four years of full time study, while a Graduate Degree such as a master’s degree or equivalent will take two years.  

  Undergraduate programs take place directly after high school. Students usually choose between an Associate’s Degree (2 year) or a Bachelor’s Degree (4 year). Graduate programs take place after a Bachelor’s Degree is acquired - usually a Master’s or a Doctorate’s Degree.Talk to Golden Times educational consultant today to see which path is right for you! 

 Associate's Degree - a two-year program that either leads to a specific vocation or transitions to a bachelor program. 

Bachelor's Degree - a four or five-year program where students earn credits in a wide variety of courses. 

 Master's Degree -  2 year degree providing additional specialization. 

Doctorate's Degree - 5-8 year program certifying the student as a trained research scholar and/or professor. 

 Yes. However, to take admission in PhD, the student has to directly contact the university professor in which a student wants to take admission in. 

 The eligibility requirements depend upon the course and university and vary significantly between each one. No matter what your scores are, we can find a way to make studying abroad a possibility.

 With permission of the university’s International Student Office, international students may work on campus up to 20 hours/week their first year and can apply to work off-campus in subsequent years. 

Transferring to a US university is possible. However, you may lose some credits and require extra time to complete your degree. Connect with an educational consultant today to see what’s the best way forward. 

Most, if not all, universities worldwide require an English language proficiency test before admission to ensure you can read, write, and speak fluently. IELTS/ PTE/ TOEFL/ Duolingo are the most commonly accepted. 

 A credit is a value assigned to each course which reflects the number of work hours you will need to dedicate to that class to succeed, generally. 

 Letter grades indicate a student's academic performance. Each letter grade has a numeric value which is used to calculate a their Grade Point Average (GPA). GPA is a numeric indicator for a student's academic performance, calculated on a scale of 4.0 or 5.0 depending upon the grading system of the university.  

 Each university will want to review an international student’s subjects individually. Students may be asked to contact a credential evaluation agency such as WES. Speak with one of our highly qualified consultants to see if this is needed for you. 

 In order to maintain consistency across international institutions, and to make sure all students are being treated equitably, credential evaluation is important.