This year has been far from easy. In the wake of a global pandemic, many people’s lives have been turned upside down by the unprecedented effects of COVID-19, but this shouldn’t steer you away from pursuing your dreams to study in the U.S.! In a new article by EducationUSA Canada’s Jenika Heim, learn more about how undergraduate admissions have changed due to COVID-19. Although the changes are slight, this article will help you to prepare for the journey of applying for an undergraduate degree in current times. Click here to read the article.
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University Spotlight: University of Kentucky
Are you interested in learning more about U.S. universities? Check out our newest University Spotlight: University of Kentucky! Click here to learn about the University of Kentucky and find helpful links and resources to continue your research.
November Upcoming Events
Are you interested in learning more about studying in the US? Check out our upcoming events for this month to improve your international application, gain advice for interviews, and more! Refer to our events section to register for the events shown below!
University Spotlight: Slippery Rock University
Are you interested in learning more about U.S. universities? Check out our newest University Spotlight: Slippery Rock University! Click here to read about Slippery Rock University and find helpful links to continue your research.
University Spotlight: Dickinson College
Are you interested in learning more about U.S. universities? Check out our newest University Spotlight: Dickinson College! Click here to read all about Dickinson College and find helpful links to continue your research.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: STEFAN SMITH, UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT
Want to learn more about studying in the U.S. as a Canadian student? In this week’s student spotlight, Stefan Smith describes his journey to finding the best fit university for him as a student athlete. Click here to read his story and learn more about his experience as an international student at the University of Vermont!
SEPTEMBER UPCOMING EVENTS
Would you like to study in the U.S? Mark your calendars to join our sessions and learn about choosing the right institution, funding opportunities, the application process, and more! Find out the opportunities available to you! Check out our upcoming events! More information: http://bit.ly/EdusaSeptember
Join us September 8th and 9th to Create Your Financial List!
Undergraduate session: September 8 @ 5:00-6:00pm – SIGN UP HERE
Graduate session: September 9 @ 6:00-7:00pm – SIGN UP HERE
EducationUSA Canada Sports Virtual Showcase
Learn about athletic eligibility, scholarships, and 8 diverse U.S. universities and colleges! REGISTER HERE.
The Showcase will begin with a presentation on “Eligibility for Sports Scholarships” by EducationUSA adviser Jenika Heim (3:00-3:30 pm ET). This will include NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA eligibility information as well as some tips for the recruitment process.
Then, every 15 minutes, a U.S. admissions officer will give information about their university including campus highlights, top majors, admissions procedures, and a special focus on athletic offerings and resources.
AGENDA (in Eastern Time)
3:00 – “Eligibility for Sports Scholarships” by EducationUSA adviser Jenika Heim
3:30 – Columbia College of Missouri (NAIA)
3:45 – Florida International University (NCAA D1)
4:00 – Transylvania University, KY (NCAA D3)
4:15 – Lewis Clark State College, ID (NAIA)
4:30 – Shoreline Community College, WA
4:45 – Pima Community College, AZ (NJCAA)
5:00 – Pittsburg State University, KS (NCAA D2)
5:15 – Boston University, MA (NCAA D1)
Finance Your Studies
If you are looking to learn about all of the funding options that are available to you, check out our newly updated Finance Your Studies document!
Click here to view undergraduate funding opportunities.
Click here to view graduate funding opportunities.
For more information about funding opportunities, be sure to visit our financial aid page.
Be sure to also check out our full library of resources for other helpful documents!
Upcoming Webinar: Understanding Financial Aid Decision-Making in the U.S.
Looking for scholarships to study in the U.S.? Join us this session and find out what U.S. institutions are looking for in their award recipients! Learn about need-based versus merit-based scholarships, differences between need-blind and need aware, and more!
Wednesday, September 2nd 6:00 pm EDT
Register today!
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