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The process of studying abroad

1. Looking for a school and asking for information

The so-called looking for a school is to find an acceptable school in the country you love after making the decision to study abroad at your own expense, based on the desired study abroad goal (what kind of diploma to get and what courses to study in) and which country to study in, combined with your current diploma level and learning ability. This division of labor is mainly to inquire about the information of studying abroad, that is, to collect and sort out the information of studying abroad according to the basic situation and ideas of individuals. The contents generally include:

1. Have a comprehensive understanding of the political, economic and cultural background, educational system and academic level of the countries that intend to study abroad;

2. Fully understand and master the situation of foreign schools, including history, tuition fees, academic system, majors, teachers' equipment, teaching facilities, academic status, number of students, etc., and pay special attention to the number of international students in this school, including how many China students are studying. In addition, it is necessary to determine whether the diploma issued by this school is recognized by our country;

3. How about accommodation, transportation and medical insurance in this school;

4. Does the school have an agency for studying abroad in China?

5. Study visa status;

6. Does the government allow international students to work legally?

7. Employment situation of this major in this country;

8. Can you immigrate after graduation?

it is necessary to make a preliminary determination of the country, school and major of study under the condition of understanding the above basics. In addition, it is suggested not to be preconceived, but to choose, compare and identify in many ways. Only by comparison can we make the best choice. Attention should be paid to collecting school information from other countries and relevant laws and regulations in China, including: China's basic policy on studying abroad at its own expense; Certification of study abroad agencies; What other countries and institutions accept majors; What is their educational status and system, whether their diplomas are recognized by China, how long the academic system is, what are the tuition and living expenses standards, and what are the enrollment conditions; Self-funded study visas in other countries; Whether foreign students are allowed to work, what is their mother tongue, and what are the geographical and climatic conditions; What is the employment trend of graduates, and so on.

Information about studying abroad can be inquired by visiting the websites of foreign universities through the Internet, or by going to the education centers of relevant countries in China, and asking for and consulting from domestic professional and legal institutions engaged in self-funded study abroad consulting services. In addition, regular participation in international education exhibitions is also a good way to communicate directly with foreign universities.

Once you find an ideal school, you can get in touch with them by writing or email, and briefly tell each other the basic conditions, including: age, gender, country, what courses you have taken or are taking; What courses do you want to study? Then, you can ask the school for the admission conditions and application materials of this major. Every foreign school that enrolls international students has a special person who is responsible for answering such consultation letters, so don't worry that there is no response to the consultation. Of course, sometimes there are too many people who sign up and consult, and the teacher will be too busy. Therefore, once the consultation is ignored within a reasonable time, you should immediately reissue the letter or simply change the recipient. It is suggested to make full use of the convenient and fast advantages of the Internet to inquire about the school, and you can also obtain more information through the online service of the school. The specific method is: directly find the "Search" service on the homepage of the school website, and then type "Request Information" or "Material Request Form" or "International Students" to find the information request method immediately, fill in the form, and the general school will give a reply in the near future. If the school's website does not provide online information service, you can write down the contact information of the school's International Students affairs department and write them an English short message to ask for it. Usually, the school will be happy to send information for free, but because the school has to deal with a large number of similar letters every day, it may take a long time to reply, or there may be no news at all. Of course, some schools need to pay to give information. In addition, we should pay special attention to the information about the international education exhibition in the media, which is a good opportunity to collect rich school materials for free. Of course, you can also take this rare opportunity to ask some questions directly from the representatives of foreign schools, without worrying about language barriers, because the organizer usually arranges an assistant to be responsible for translation at each school booth.

II. Design of study abroad scheme

The design of study abroad scheme is the soul of the whole study abroad plan, and it is also the yardstick used by visa officers to measure whether study abroad is true and reasonable, and determines whether study abroad will be successful and whether it will have the best economic benefits. If you feel inexperienced in the design of the study abroad program, you can ask the "experienced person" or go to a professional study abroad agency for advice. The specific operation is to design a set of scientific and reasonable study abroad program that suits you on the premise of mastering the basic information of studying abroad and the requirements for admission to foreign schools, and combining your age, education, economic ability, foreign language level, majors you have studied, personal hobbies and other factors, and finally make a final decision on the country, institution, major and admission time of studying abroad. Among them, it is especially necessary to have a clear grasp of the "price ratio" of input and output of studying abroad and the future employment prospects of the selected major. After designing the study abroad program, we should immediately start a comprehensive "warm-up and supplementary" preparation according to the entry criteria of the selected goals, including: language learning and examination, preparation of funds needed for studying abroad, preparation of personal qualifications, and adjustment of physical and mental state. As soon as the time is ripe, you can apply for a school.

III. Application for admission

After receiving the free application form from a foreign school, you should fill it in carefully and completely, and send it to the school you applied for along with your personal education certificate, recent academic report card, recommendation letter, resume, language test report card and other materials. At this time, it is generally necessary to pay a certain amount of registration fees at the same time. Because China students often take a casual attitude towards applying to schools, and some even apply to as many as 7-8 schools at the same time, but no one comes after the school has issued the admission notice, more and more foreign schools tend to levy registration fees on China students. After the application form is sent, it usually takes 1-2 months for those who apply for formal courses to get a reply, but it takes much faster for those who apply for short-term courses in English learning, usually only 2-3 weeks. However, you have to add the time of mail exchange. Therefore, in order to leave enough time for visa processing, it is suggested that the earlier you apply, the better. Generally, you will be more calm one year in advance. Except for short-term courses, it is very hasty to apply six months before school. In addition, the courses in some schools are limited by age and English level. For example, language centers in most universities have age restrictions for applicants, generally they must be 16-17 years old, so you must pay attention when applying.

At the same time of applying for courses, you can apply to the school for accommodation arrangements such as student dormitories or host families. If you think that your academic performance is excellent, especially for those students who have taken postgraduate courses or above, you can apply for foreign scholarships and other financial aid for international students, which may be a surprise.

The necessary documents for general course application include: the highest academic record and report card, the highest academic diploma, a complete school application form, photos, financial proof and registration fee;

In addition to the above-mentioned necessary documents, applications for formal courses such as bachelor's degree and master's degree also include: TOEFL or IELTS scores, letters of recommendation from professors or employers, work experience certificates, autobiography, study plans, etc. Applications for art courses need to provide portfolios, audio-visual materials, etc.

4. Handling passport, exit card and visa preparation materials for going abroad for personal reasons

Once the application for admission is approved by a foreign institution, an admission notice will be issued to the public security organ where the account is located, and you can apply for a passport and exit card for going abroad for personal reasons with the admission notice. At present, the procedures for Chinese citizens to apply for leaving the country for personal reasons have been simplified. Ordinary citizens can get the approval form for applying for going abroad with their household registration book or ID card, and applicants only need to submit relevant certification materials. Students studying abroad generally hold ordinary passports for personal reasons. At the same time, you can start preparing all kinds of materials needed to apply for foreign entry visas, including personal education, transcripts, and proof of work experience; Personal and family income, funds and property certificates; Proof of family members' relationship, etc.

v. Notarization

Notarization is the act of state notaries to prove specific legal relations or legal facts according to the rights granted by the state and legal procedures. Chinese citizens must apply for notarization when they apply for studying abroad at their own expense. This kind of notarization belongs to the scope of foreign notarization. The documents to be notarized include: birth certificate, education, degree and achievement certificate, experience certificate, kinship certificate and economic guarantee certificate.

VI. Applying for a visa

After you have obtained your passport, you can apply for an entry visa at the embassy (consulate) of the country to study in China immediately. When applying, you need to fill in the relevant forms as required, submit the necessary supporting materials and pay the visa fee. Some countries (such as the United States, Britain, Canada, etc.) will require applicants to go to the embassy (consulate) for an interview when applying for a visa. The purpose of the interview is to let the visa officer observe and judge the true degree of the applicant for studying abroad at close range, that is, whether he is a real student, whether his purpose of studying abroad is pure, whether he has the ability to successfully complete his study abroad (mainly depending on his foreign language level), and whether he has an immigration tendency. Many people have been "dismissed" by visa officers because they have reached this level. Therefore, it is necessary to find a professional and experienced study abroad consulting company for visa interview guidance in advance in order to ensure that they fail.

Some countries (such as Ireland) may require that tuition fees be remitted before visas are granted. Be careful about this, and make sure that what you get is the official admission notice and the authenticity of the international remittance account, that is, whether it is a special account of the school. In addition, some schools require that all the money must be paid when applying, so it should be remitted at least 3 months before departure.

generally, there are three ways to pay fees to the school: go to the bank to mail a foreign currency Check or Banker's draft, and remember to keep a copy for yourself; Bank Transfer, if the school provides the account number, address and account of the transfer bank, you may wish to use this method and remember to keep the receipt; Credit Card, some schools can accept Visa, Master, AE card, etc. Pay by credit card, and don't forget to keep the receipt.

VII. Physical examination, booking air tickets, and preparing for packing

Before going abroad to study, physical examination, immune examination and vaccination against infectious diseases are required in accordance with relevant state regulations to protect citizens' personal health. In addition, some countries also require applicants to go to designated hospitals for physical examination.

when booking air tickets, you should pay attention to the fact that individual countries and cities may need to transfer. Before booking, you should make it clear with the airlines concerned and determine the time, flight and transfer place. In addition, some countries, such as Japan and Russia, can be traveled by boat and international train.

Actually, you don't need to bring too many articles or clothes to go abroad. Usually, foreign daily necessities are also very cheap. Just avoid shopping in sightseeing areas. Before going abroad, you should leave your family a copy of the school, accommodation address and contact information to facilitate family and contact.

VIII. Arrival

Most foreign colleges and universities will provide airport pick-up and help arrange accommodation services, so be sure to make it clear with the school or study agent before leaving. After settling down, you can get a preliminary understanding of the campus and surrounding environment, and then devote yourself to new learning as soon as possible.